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• Opportunity to work in a newly created team and department
• Permanent full-time opportunity, 35hrs/week
• Based in Parramatta, flexible working supported
• Salary relative to experience, and ranges from $106,025 to $117,363 + super (Clerk Grade 7/8)

Our Governance & Risk branch within the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) is seeking to appoint an Information Access and Privacy Officer to join the team dedicated to upholding the department’s commitment to privacy principles and public access to information.

About the role

The Information Access and Privacy Officer provides advice and support to the department and network of agencies on information access and privacy issues. You will make decisions on applications for access to information under the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act) on a variety of topics and provide advice on privacy matters under the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 (PPIP Act).

In your role you will also be supporting and providing advice on other statutory, reporting and compliance functions relating to privacy and information access, in addition to helping to develop and improve internal processes and procedures. You may also be involved with the delivery of training to ensure staff are aware of their obligations for both access to information and privacy.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will need to have prior experience interpreting and providing advice on legislation. Working knowledge and experience in the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the Health Records and Health Records Act 2002 is preferred, but not essential for the role.

You will have demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills including the ability to provide trusted advice and recommendations across a large and complex organisation. You will also have excellent communication skills and be able to engage and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels. You will have advanced organisational skills and be able to work independently to deliver multiple priorities to meet critical deadlines.

Key knowledge and experience

• demonstrated experience working in an environment requiring interpretation and advice on legislation
• demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple priorities and meet statutory or other critical deadlines
• proven experience delivering exceptional service and/or advice to internal and external stakeholders
• working knowledge and experience in the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and/or the Health Records and Health Records Act 2002 (preferred).

For more information read the full Role Description:  Information Access and Privacy Officer

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Who we are

The Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) works to protect the state’s environment and heritage. It leads the way on climate change, driving the sustainable transition to a net zero economy, powered by affordable, reliable, and clean energy.

DCCEEW conserves and protects the state’s natural environment. It manages the NSW national park estate, including its rich and diverse biodiversity and Aboriginal cultural heritage for future generations.

DCCEEW also ensures sustainable management of water resources across the state, to support the environment, communities and industry.

We acknowledge the ongoing custodial responsibilities of the Aboriginal peoples of NSW to care for Country and water and are committed to establishing meaningful partnerships with Aboriginal peoples in the management of the environment.

To Apply

If excited by the information above, we look forward to receiving your application, including a copy of your resume and a single page cover letter expressing your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close on Sunday, 17th Nov 2024 at 11:55 PM.

Should you require further information about the role please contact Hannah Stephenson, Manager Privacy and Information Access via Hannah.Stephenson@dpie.nsw.gov.au or on 02 8229 2851.

A recruitment pool may be created for ongoing and temporary opportunities of the same role or role type that may become available over the next 18 months.

Our goal is to build a workforce that not only represents but also understands and serves the diverse communities of New South Wales. We are committed to making our state a vibrant and inclusive place to live, work, and thrive for everyone. Our workforce represents people of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, the LGBTQI+ community, and people from diverse ethnic and cultural backgrounds.

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If you require an adjustment for your application process, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team by emailing dcceew.ta@dpie.nsw.gov.au or contacting (Nivya Shetty) via nivya.shetty@dpie.nsw.gov.au  or 0437 224 498  (please mention reference number 539365).

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