At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage and preserve Council’s records, both physical and digital.
- Company: Join Hawkesbury City Council, a progressive and inclusive workplace.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, flexible work arrangements, and wellness programs.
- Other info: Great team culture with social events and professional development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in your community while developing your career.
- Qualifications: Associate Diploma in Business or equivalent experience in Records Management.
The predicted salary is between 96000 - 96000 $ per year.
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice. Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Records Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to support the management of Council’s records by providing day to day physical and digital archival services. The position ensures that records are captured, stored and disposed of in accordance with the State Records Act 1998, Museums of History Act 2022, established Council policies, and relevant General Retention and Disposal Authorities.
About You
- You will have an Associate Diploma in Business (Records & Information Systems) or demonstrated equivalent experience.
- You will have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise using planning and time management.
- You will have a demonstrated ability to use initiative, create and work independently, and analytical skills.
- Sound understanding of records preservation, including the use of archival quality materials and preparing transfers for Museums of History NSW.
- Minimum five years’ experience in Records Management; specifically with an electronic records and document management system.
- Sound understanding of computer systems and applications (i.e. Dataworks, ECM, TRIM or similar).
- Knowledge of and experience with legislation relating to State Records; Access to Information; Privacy and Personal Information.
- Understanding of best practice and developing standards in recordkeeping, records retention & disposal, and archives management.
- Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity Principles.
- Experience in developing and implementing policies and standards in respect of record functions.
- Experience and knowledge of the State Records Act 1998, Museum of History Act 2022, and the Evidence Act 1995 as it relates to electronic records.
- The right to live and work in Australia.
- Class C Drivers Licence.
- WHS General Construction Work in NSW.
- Working With Children Check (WWCC).
- Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration.
- Bachelor qualification in Records Management or related course.
- Experience with processing Subpoenas and access to information requests.
- Knowledge of Local Government operations/functions, and the Local Government Act 1993.
The Rewards
- Great working environment.
- 9 Day Fortnight.
- Flexible Work Arrangement.
- Long Service Leave after 5 years.
- Training and Development Opportunities.
- Employee Reward and Recognition program.
- Fitness Passport Option.
- Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities.
- Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family.
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