AddressLocated 20km west of Sydney on Dharug country, with a population of 240,000 residents, Cumberland City Council is the fourth most populous Local Government Area in Greater Sydney. Cumberland boasts one of the most diverse communities in Australia, with people from many different backgrounds and cultures living alongside one another.
Our people are focused on driving community outcomes, programs and services to innovate, inspire and deliver change for the community we represent and has worked hard to fulfil its community’s vision for Cumberland as a place where anyone can feel welcome, belong and succeed.
ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITYThe Records Management team is responsible for processing incoming correspondence and registering documents relating to Council's business in Council's Electronic Document Records Management system and provides technical support to system users.
The Records Management Officer will demonstrate expertise in Records and Information Management principles by providing an efficient, effective, and reliable electronic document management service for the Council. Reporting to the Team Leader Records, this role will undertake the daily Records Management processes and tasks of Council, including the preparation, scanning, registration and dissemination of internal and external records pertaining to Council’s business.
The successful applicant will require:
- Tertiary qualifications in business and Records Management and/or demonstrated experience in a formal record keeping environment
- Experience in the operation of an electronic document Records Management system (EDRMS)
- Well developed written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated team player and possesses the ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Effective interpersonal and customer relation skills with experience providing excellent internal customer services within agreed performance criteria
- Demonstrated self starter with the ability to initiate further projects or work tasks after routine tasks are completed without direct or constant supervision
- Demonstrated experience with MS Office suite
- Knowledge of the State Records Act and associated legislation
Download the position description here for more information.
About this role:
- Term contract part-time position for a period of up to ten (10) months
- Working 3 days per week, a total of 23.25 hours per week, 8:00am to 4:30pm with a 45 minute lunch break
- This Position will be rostered to work at both Council's Merrylands and Auburn offices, on a rotating roster with occasional travel across worksites required.
Salary information: The salary and conditions of employment are in accordance with the NSW Local Government (State) Award.
- Grade 7 of the Cumberland Salary Structure with a salary range of $35.92 to $41.31 per hour, plus 11.5% superannuation (please note this salary range and superannuation percentage will apply from the first pay period in July 2024)
- The commencing salary will be negotiated, taking into consideration the successful applicant's qualifications, skills and experience related to the role
- We promote work-life balance and offer flexible working arrangements including working from home opportunities or an additional three (3) days' leave for front-facing roles that are unable to access working from home arrangements (days are calculated on pro-rata basis for part-time positions)
- Training and professional development opportunities available to develop skills and grow your career
- Leave entitlements including annual leave,personal leave, parental leave and access to Long Service Leave after five (5) years (where applicable)
- Three (3) additional grant days of paid leave over Christmas (where applicable)
- Corporate Health Insurance discounts
- Health and Wellbeing Programs to support our staff by providing access to online professional learning, paid leave to undertake annual skin checks, COVID-19 vaccinations and to donate blood
- Subsidies to assist with the cost of wellness and fitness activities
- Free access to Council owned swimming pools
- Access to Council's Fitness Passport Program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Cumberland City Council is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, reflective of the community it represents. Council welcomes and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, and is committed to providing an accessible and safe workplace for our staff through making reasonable adjustments. If you have any accessibility or support requirements throughout the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager during the application process.
What you'll need to have for this role:
- The right to live and work in Australia
- Be able to provide information for pre-employment checks required for the position
- Participate in health monitoring as outlined in the risk assessment for this position and Council’s Health Monitoring Procedure, as required
- Provide evidence of your vaccination status as part of the employment screening process, in accordance with Council’s COVID-19 Vaccination Procedure.
Enquiries: Telephone Sharmaine Meehan, Position Name on 8757 9906 for further information.
Closing date: 11:59pm, Sunday 9 July 2024
HOW TO APPLY
To submit your application for this position, please complete the questionnaire. You'll be asked to attach your resume and any relevant qualifications (if required) to complete your application. Make sure you have these attachments ready before you apply as your application cannot be submitted until completed.
