Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $81,496 - $98,955
Grade: VPS 3
Occupation: Legal
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/775997OG
THE ROLE
The Freedom of Information Officer works flexibly across all streams of FOI work. They act as an authorised officer under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Vic) and respond to Freedom of Information requests, subpoenas, court warrants and other requests for child protection information. They review the validity of requests, assess information for release, apply exemptions where required and make decisions on the release of information.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
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HOW TO APPLY
Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)
Please apply to submit your interest in this position.