Job Description
Fulltime Permanent Position
Enjoy a Rostered Day off per Fortnight.
Be a trusted partner delivering to customers.
Our Team
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Performance directorate underpins the delivery of service excellence by providing expertise in financial services, procurement, governance, customer experience, property services and business technology
About the Role
Provide information to internal and external customers in line with legislative requirements, Council policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will see themselves:
Provide information and assist with information issues to respond to requests for information from a range of sources including GIPA applications.
Provide advice and support to Council business units to support effective practices in the provision of information.
Maintain information request records using Council’s EDRMS to enable correct storage, access and retrieval of information.
Undertake other information tasks and projects as required.
Promote the positive and collaborative culture and values of the organisation through open, fair and transparent decision making and ethical, professional behaviour.
Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities.
About You
We are looking for a someone who demonstrates:
Higher School Certificate and/or relevant experience
Strong written and verbal communication
Customer Service skills
Understanding of the information access principles relating to personal and public information.
Skills in time management, prioritisation and flexibility in managing priorities,
Interpersonal skills to build internal and external relationships
Listening, verbal and written communication skills,
Proficiency with information technology systems and applications.
Our Benefits and Culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy;
3 extra days off during Christmas each year
15 days sick leave each year
2 days health and wellbeing leave
Gym membership discounts
Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
Apply Now
Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the job description.
Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role outlined in the position description.
Applications must be submitted email at recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au
In the subject line please quote F24/571 Information Officer.
Closing Date: Monday, 16 September 2026
Enquiries: Karen Barrass – Lead Governance via +562 1707 or karen.barrass@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.
Enjoy a Rostered Day off per Fortnight.
Be a trusted partner delivering to customers.
Our Team
At Bayside Council, we are committed to a positive, flexible and supportive workplace culture, where our people and customers feel respected and valued. We are proud to serve our community through operating with transparency, integrity and in the best interests of the Bayside community to deliver exceptional service.
The City Performance directorate underpins the delivery of service excellence by providing expertise in financial services, procurement, governance, customer experience, property services and business technology
About the Role
Provide information to internal and external customers in line with legislative requirements, Council policies and procedures.
The successful candidate will see themselves:
Provide information and assist with information issues to respond to requests for information from a range of sources including GIPA applications.
Provide advice and support to Council business units to support effective practices in the provision of information.
Maintain information request records using Council’s EDRMS to enable correct storage, access and retrieval of information.
Undertake other information tasks and projects as required.
Promote the positive and collaborative culture and values of the organisation through open, fair and transparent decision making and ethical, professional behaviour.
Work in collaboration with and assist the team, manager and other key stakeholders to achieve business unit goals, work requests, demands and Council priorities.
About You
We are looking for a someone who demonstrates:
Higher School Certificate and/or relevant experience
Strong written and verbal communication
Customer Service skills
Understanding of the information access principles relating to personal and public information.
Skills in time management, prioritisation and flexibility in managing priorities,
Interpersonal skills to build internal and external relationships
Listening, verbal and written communication skills,
Proficiency with information technology systems and applications.
Our Benefits and Culture
As an organisation, we pride ourselves in offering a flexible working environment centred on delivering great outcomes for our customers, whether internal or external. Bayside Council has a strong culture of collaboration and delivering exciting new initiatives for our community.
On top of the competitive salary, our people enjoy;
3 extra days off during Christmas each year
15 days sick leave each year
2 days health and wellbeing leave
Gym membership discounts
Additional parental leave entitlements for both parents
Apply Now
Before submitting your application, please take the time to read the job description.
Your application should include an up-to-date resume (max 3 pages) and a covering letter (max 2 pages), outlining how your skills and experience meet the focus competencies, key accountabilities and challenges of the role outlined in the position description.
Applications must be submitted email at recruitment@bayside.nsw.gov.au
In the subject line please quote F24/571 Information Officer.
Closing Date: Monday, 16 September 2026
Enquiries: Karen Barrass – Lead Governance via +562 1707 or karen.barrass@bayside.nsw.gov.au
Applicants may be required to satisfactorily undertake a Criminal History Check, Medical and/or Working with Children check in accordance with the position.
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to an equitable, diverse and socially inclusive work environment.
💡 Quick Summary
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Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.