Senior Freedom of Information Officer
Adelaide, South Australia, Australia · Full Time
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- Experience
- Any
- Salary
- AUD 92,122 – AUD 102,456 / year
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 2 weeks ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Eligibility
- Applicants must be current employees of the South Australian Public Sector.
- Resume
- Required to apply
Where you'll work
Job description
About the Role
South Australia Police seeks a Senior Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to manage the effective provision of information requests under the Freedom of Information Act 1991. This role is based in Adelaide and involves assessing FOI applications, collaborating with stakeholders and agencies, developing FOI staff capabilities, and preparing detailed determinations within legal timeframes.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess applications according to Sections 13 and 18 of the Freedom of Information Act.
- Coordinate with relevant stakeholders and external agencies to facilitate information release.
- Develop and mentor FOI team members to enhance service delivery.
- Draft complex FOI determinations complying with legislated deadlines.
Requirements
- Must be currently eligible to work in Australia and successfully pass a criminal history check.
- Ability to be assigned to alternative duties at a comparable remuneration level.
- Preparedness to encounter sensitive and potentially distressing content as part of the role.
- Participation in SAPOL’s iEngage program is mandatory.
Employment Details
This is a short-term full-time contract position for up to 12 months based in Adelaide. The salary range is between $92,122 and $102,456 annually (ASO5 level).
Application Information
- Applicants must be employees within the South Australian Public Sector.
- Submit online applications including a cover letter, a statement addressing essential criteria (max two pages), and a current resume listing three referees, including your current manager.
- External applicants must also complete and submit a Pre-Employment Declaration Form (RF2099).
Diversity and Inclusion
South Australia Police is committed to fostering a culturally responsive, inclusive, and diverse workplace, particularly encouraging applications from First Nations peoples and people with disabilities. Flexible working arrangements, including part-time options, are supported wherever reasonable.
Additional Information
- Applicants are encouraged to discuss flexible working arrangements.
- Reasonable adjustments are available to ensure a supportive recruitment process.
- Applications close on 26 July 2026 at 5:00 PM.