- $95,890.00 per annum + superannuation
- Multiple full time, ongoing opportunities
- Geelong based role (hybrid work from home – 3 days in office)
- Process FOI applications in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and WorkSafe's FOI procedures and ensure statutory timeframes for responding to FOI requests are met.
- Assist in responding where required to requests for information from the Office of the Victorian Information Commissioner in relation to complaints and reviews of WorkSafe FOI decisions.
- Liaise effectively with applicants, injured workers and/or their representatives to determine appropriate access to information pathways.
- Undertake projects and general tasks at the request of the Manager, FOI and Privacy and Director, Corporate Legal, as required.
- Sound interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise with a wide range of stakeholders from government, the private sector and members of the public.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to meet tight deadlines while maintaining flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities and work environment.
- Sound database management and record-keeping skills.
- An understanding of the application of statutory rules, preferably in the area of FOI.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively in both a team environment and autonomously.
- Previous FOI experience is desirable, but not essential as comprehensive training will be provided.
Freedom of Information Officer - North Geelong, Australia - WorkSafe Victoria
Description
About the role
WorkSafe Victoria is expanding its Freedom of Information function, and looking for multiple Freedom of Information Officers to join the team in these newly created positions.
Freedom of Information Officers process Freedom of Information (FOI) requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982, WorkSafe's FOI Procedures Manual, and administrative law principles.
Key Accountabilities
The position of FOI Officer will assist employees, senior management, Authorised Agents and members of the public in relation to FOI processes and legislative requirements. More specifically an FOI Officer will:
Please ensure you take a look at the Position Description here for additional information on accountabilities for this role.
About you
You are a team player who has an eye for detail. More specifically you have:
Working with Us
At WorkSafe, we aspire for every employee to feel connected, safe and valued in their team, for teams to feel valued in the workplace, and for WorkSafe to be valued in the community.
We believe that a diverse workforce is the key to delivering the best outcomes for the Victorian community and strongly encourage applications from all people, including First Nations people and people with disability, diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, sexualities and genders.
What's next?
Applications close 11:00pm Monday 29 April 2024. Click the link to apply, and join us in making a difference to Victorian lives.
Only people with the right to work in Australia may apply for this position. You may be required to undergo a National Police Check (and/or Medical Assessment) as part of the recruitment process.
Candidate screening may take place prior to the advertisement closing, so get your application in.
For further enquiries please contact Bianca Stojanovski via email
About us
WorkSafe's Strategy has our core purpose front of mind – reducing workplace harm and improving outcomes for injured workers. We don't shy away from the importance of our purpose to the Victorian community, that's why we have a stated ambition to be world leading.
We want Victoria to be the safest place to work in Australia and one of the safest in the world; and we aspire to be a world leader in return to work after a workplace injury.
WorkSafe are striving to build a diverse workforce that reflects the Victorian community we serve.