Freedom of Information Officer

South Australia Police; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 82,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

South Australia Police seeks a dedicated FOI Officer (ASO4) to assess and process Freedom of Information applications under the FOI Act. The role involves liaising with stakeholders, locating documents across multiple sites, and drafting determinations with advisory support to clients.

The position is a short-term contract with the potential for duties beyond the stated remit and requires eligibility to work in Australia and a compliance with a criminal history check.

Qualifications

• Current Australian work eligibility status and ability to pass a criminal history check.
• Participation in SAPOL’s iEngage program as required.
• Flexibility to be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level.

Responsibilities

• Assess and process FOI applications under the FOI Act, liaising with relevant stakeholders and assisting in identification, location and coordination of document retrieval across multiple sites.
• Draft and vet determinations; provide advisory service to diverse clients within the agency.

Job description

South Australia Police

Job reference:

857689

Location:

5000 - ADELAIDE

Job status:

Short Term Contract

Eligibility:

Open to Everyone

Multiple full-time vacancies up to 12 months.

The Freedom of Information (FOI) Officer is accountable for assessing and processing applications made pursuant to the Freedom of Information Act 1991 (FOI Act). This includes, but is not limited to, liaising with relevant stakeholders and assisting in the identification, location and coordination of the retrieval of documents across multiple sites within the agency, undertaking research; consulting with third parties; internal and external stakeholders; drafting and vetting determinations; and providing an advisory service to a diverse range of clients.

Special Conditions

• The incumbent must hold a current Australian work eligibility status and will be subject to a criminal history check.
• The incumbent may be assigned to other duties at this remuneration level or equivalent.
• The incumbent is required to participate in SAPOL’s iEngage program.

Salary

ASO4 - $82,212 - $86,180 per annum.

Enquiries

Christian Ainley

8207 5591

[email protected]

South Australia Police is dedicated to strengthening trust and collaboration with First Nations communities in South Australia as we shape a culturally responsive and inclusive workplace for First Nations employees.

Our vision is to create safer communities by strengthening the bonds of mutual respect, understanding, and partnerships between police and First Nations peoples. By deepening our appreciation and understanding of First Nations cultures and acknowledging the past, we are committed to focusing on the present and moving forward together into the future.

To strengthen our workforce, South Australia Police encourage applications from First Nations peoples.

South Australia Police is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion.

People with disability are strongly encouraged to apply.

The South Australian public sector supports flexible ways of working including part-time working arrangements wherever reasonably possible. The sector is diverse and desires to increase in diversity and to create opportunities for more South Australians.

We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process and supportive workplace. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.

Applications close:

01/10/2026 5:00 PM

Attachments

• ASO4 - Freedom of Information Officer.pdf
• RF2099 - Pre-Employment Dec.pdf

Flexibility Statement

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.