FOI (Freedom of Information) Officer
Department: | Ambulance Victoria | ||||||||||||||||
Work Type: | Fixed term - part time | ||||||||||||||||
Job Function: | Classification:
| See Advertisement
| Work Location:
| Doncaster
| Reference:
| VG/1832668
| Closing Date:
| 06-Dec-2024
| Salary Range:
| See Advertisement
| Job Duration:
| N/A
| Attachments:
| How to apply for a position with AV.pdf (PDF, 119KB) | FOI Officer (PD1013).pdf (PDF, 513KB) Position Description Contact:
| |
Position Details
At Ambulance Victoria (AV) we are proud to share our commitment to save and improve lives by providing outstanding care for our patients. It is our promise to every patient, and it sits at the heart of everything we do. No matter what corporate or support role you play in delivering our critical services to Victorians, you join a team dedicated to bringing our vision of ‘Outstanding emergency health care every time' to life.
We are seeking a Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer to provide support for our Legal Department.
This is a Part Time (0.6FTE), Fixed Term (March 2026) position. While WFH/Hybrid options are available, it is essential that the successful applicant maintains a presence at Doncaster in line with our hybrid working model.
About the role
Reporting to the Lead FOI, responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
- Process FOI applications for documents and make an independent informed judgement as the authorised officer under the Victorian Freedom of Information Act 1982 (FOI Act) in accordance with statutory timeframes and requirements
- Process requests for information/documents in accordance with the relevant Act which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Health Records Act
- Coroners Act
- Child Protection Act
- Privacy and Data Protection Act
- Crimes Act
- TAC Act
- Process requests for information/documents in accordance with the relevant Act which includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Provide timely advice on the interpretation and application of the FOI Act and relevant processes to internal stakeholders and FOI applicants
- Proficiently operate the Content Manager Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS), Oracle, VACIS, Chris 21 and AV Event Registers
About you
To be considered for this position you will possess qualifications (diploma, degree, or industry certification) with subsequent relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of training and relevant experience. Other requirements include:
- Knowledge and understanding of the FOI Act and associated Professional Standards, Privacy and Data Protection Act and Health Records Act
- Attention to detail using appropriate checking processes to ensure information is recorded and provided accurately
- High level of personal integrity and professional conduct and the judgement and maturity to ensure matters of a confidential or sensitive nature are handled and dealt with appropriately and diplomatically in accordance with legal requirements
- Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and relevant software applications
Working at Ambulance Victoria
As a valued member of AV you will enjoy a professional working environment that recognises the importance of work/life balance. We offer salary packaging options, generous personal leave entitlements, accrued days off for full time roles, and other benefits including free on-site parking.
We believe our people are our greatest resource and the sustainability of our workforce depends on how well we utilise our people's skills and abilities and whether our staffing reflects the diversity of the Victorian community. If you are ready to be an integral part in bringing our values of Care, Accountability, Respect and Excellence to life at AV, we want to hear from you!
Important information
By applying for a position, you agree to undertake an assessment of any Secondary Employment or outside interests, in line with AV's Secondary Employment procedure. This is required to ensure there is no perceived or actual conflict of interest for AV should you be successful and commence in the role.
Successful applicants will need to be willing to complete pre-employment screening including references, misconduct and Police Checks.
This position is classified Administrative Band 3 under the Ambulance Victoria Enterprise Agreement 2020.
The position description can be found on the AV Careers website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au.
How to apply
Your application is an integral part of the selection process and should include:
- Cover letter outlining your experience and interest in the position
- Current resume
- A separate document addressing the key selection criteria from the position description
Applications must be submitted by 11.59pm AEDT on Friday 6 December 2024. Applications must be submitted via the AV Careers Centre website https://careers.ambulance.vic.gov.au to be considered. Emailed applications will not be accepted.
For further information, please refer to ‘Applying for a position with Ambulance Victoria‘. For any further queries please contact recruitment via recruitment@ambulance.vic.gov.au 03 9840 3653.
At all levels of our organisation a diverse and inclusive workforce allows us to deliver the Best Care to the Victorian community, and helps create a healthier, more productive workplace for our people.