Job Description
At the Territory Records Office, our purpose is to inspire trust in government through transparent and accessible records that tell the story of Canberra. By developing professional records and information governance standards, providing practical advice, and delivering innovative projects, we maintain the framework in which government can create and keep records that account for its actions to the community. We also protect and make accessible the unique archival records that document the ACT Government’s actions and tell stories about our community.
The Senior Director, Archives oversees the development of policies and strategies that preserve the ACT Government’s archival collection and increase the availability of information, records and archives for the community and within the ACT Public Service. In this role you will support the Executive Branch Manager to set and steer the strategic direction for the Territory Records Office. You will also oversee the work of teams that:
Deliver day-to-day services that protect and provide access to hard copy government archives
deliver hard copy and digital mail services across the ACTPS
design and deliver projects that increase the digitisation of the archives collection
provide public access services, including through publications and events that promote the ACT’s archives and their value
administer significant whole of government contracts relating to the storage and distribution of, and access to, government information.
To fulfil the role, you will need to be able to work collaboratively across government to achieve shared goals. You’ll need to bring a pragmatic approach to resolving differences and issues in situations with many competing stakeholders and interests. And you’ll need to have a commitment to advocating for the value of records and archives as a key enabler of government accountability and community memory
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Notes: This is a temporary position available from 03 February 2026 until 07 March 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Please provide your curriculum vitae, and a one-page pitch, including details of referees.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
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Note
This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. This is a temporary position available from 03 February 2026 until 07 March 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months.
The Senior Director, Archives oversees the development of policies and strategies that preserve the ACT Government’s archival collection and increase the availability of information, records and archives for the community and within the ACT Public Service. In this role you will support the Executive Branch Manager to set and steer the strategic direction for the Territory Records Office. You will also oversee the work of teams that:
Deliver day-to-day services that protect and provide access to hard copy government archives
deliver hard copy and digital mail services across the ACTPS
design and deliver projects that increase the digitisation of the archives collection
provide public access services, including through publications and events that promote the ACT’s archives and their value
administer significant whole of government contracts relating to the storage and distribution of, and access to, government information.
To fulfil the role, you will need to be able to work collaboratively across government to achieve shared goals. You’ll need to bring a pragmatic approach to resolving differences and issues in situations with many competing stakeholders and interests. And you’ll need to have a commitment to advocating for the value of records and archives as a key enabler of government accountability and community memory
We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.
Notes: This is a temporary position available from 03 February 2026 until 07 March 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months. This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only.
How to Apply: Please provide your curriculum vitae, and a one-page pitch, including details of referees.
Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below.
#LI-DNI
Note
This position is available to ACT Government officers and employees only. This is a temporary position available from 03 February 2026 until 07 March 2026 with the possibility of extension up to six months.
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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.
