Freedom of Information and Privacy Officer

Utilise your expertise to ensure the effective management of Freedom of Information (FOI) responses in accordance with legislative requirements, while also providing advice, guidance, and training to the organisation on privacy and broader legislative compliance.
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Department: State Emergency Service Victoria
Work Type: Ongoing-Part Time
Job Function: Information Management
Classification: VPSG4
Work Location: Melbourne - CBD
Reference: VG/FOIAPOS1877148
Closing Date: 15-Aug-2025
Salary Range: $92,332 - $104,762
Job Duration: N/A
Attachments: IS - IGS - Freedom of Information and Privacy Officer Position Description - April 2024.pdf (PDF, 256KB)
Position Description

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Contact: James Lu
james.lu@ss.vic.gov.au

Position Details

  • $97,955 to $111,142 + 12% Super
  • Ongoing - Part Time
  • At least 3 years' experience working in the area of Freedom of Information, preferably in Victoria with advanced knowledge of the Privacy and Data Protection Act, 2014

ROLE SUMMARY: 

This position is responsible for ensuring VICSES meets its obligations under the Freedom of Information Act 1982 and the Information Privacy Principles of the Privacy & Data Protection Act 2014. It requires the application of expertise and judgement to make informed decisions within relevant timeframes and the ability to assess issues and processes against legislation and standards. The position also provides advice, assistance and training to the organisation about legislative compliance with these and other information-related legislation and requirements.

WHO WE ARE:

Victoria State Emergency Service (VICSES) is a volunteer-based emergency service. Our highly skilled and equipped Volunteers are trained comprehensively in a wide range of emergency environments. To minimise the impact of emergencies when they occur and strengthen the community's capacity to recover swiftly and safely, VICSES focuses on working with communities and partners in building resilience to achieve more aware, informed and prepared communities.  We support them to understand their risk and the relevance of taking action before, during and after emergency events.

As the largest road rescue network in Australia we have specialist teams that provide a 24/7 response to road accident and trauma incidents. We assist Victoria Police in search and rescue operations, and play an important role in supporting the Country Fire Authority (CFA), Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV), Parks Victoria and the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) during major bushfire and emergency incidents.

TO APPLY:

Please view the Position Description and submit an application via careers.vic.gov.au

Applications should include a cover letter detailing your relevant skills and experience, along with a current resume or CV.

For further information about the role, please contact James Lu on james.lu@ses.vic.gov.au.

Applications close Friday, August 15, 2025.

VICSES is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to being a child safe organisation and are taking a leadership role in gender equality in the emergency management sector. Additionally, VICSES is committed to ongoing flexible working arrangements, subject to operational and business requirements. For more information on our values, benefits of working with us, and guides on the application and recruitment process, please click here - ses.vic.gov.au/join-us/careers 

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