Freedom Of Information Officer

* The Department of Education seeks a VPSG4 Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to support the department's FOI Unit to process requests in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act 1982 (the FOI Act).
FOI Officers are responsible for coordinating document searches, liaising with FOI applicants, making relevant enquiries and assessing documents for release under the FOI Act.
FOI Officers may also provide support to the Executive and Ministerial Services Branch from time to time.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- to understand and interpret legislation
- excellent attention to detail and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- the ability to work with as part of a team
- excellent time management skills and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively, and
- strong verbal and written communication skills.'
For more details regarding this position please see attached position description.
The Department values diversity and inclusion in all forms - gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. For more information about our work, working for the Department, diversity and inclusion, and our employment conditions visit the Department website , HRWeb and our Diversity and Inclusion page.
Applicants requiring adjustments can contact the nominated contact person.
Information about the Department of Education's operations and employment conditions can be obtained from the following websites: www.education.vic.gov.au and http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx.
Applications close 8 Aprill 2024