Information Management Officer

Careers at Council; Colac; On-site; AUD 72,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible workplace

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Colac Otway Shire Council is seeking a proactive Information Management Officer to support records management, information security and compliance across the organisation. The role maintains the EDRMS, delivers staff training and provides expert information management advice.

This temporary full-time position offers a flexible workplace, varied responsibilities and opportunities to contribute to the community of Colac Otway.

Qualifications

• This role requires experience with records management or EDMS; training may be provided.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks in a busy environment.
• Good communication skills and a customer-focused approach when supporting staff and stakeholders.
• Understanding the importance of confidentiality and handling information appropriately.

Responsibilities

• Support records management, information security and compliance across the organisation.
• Maintain Colac Otway Shire's Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS).
• Deliver staff training and provide expert information management advice.
• Manage archives and assist with information governance initiatives.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Customer-focused service

Confidentiality awareness

Tools

EDRMS

Job description

Temporary Full-Time | Fixed Term to 26 July 2027

Be the Colac Otway Shire Council's Information Management Expert

We're looking for a proactive and customer-focused Information Management Officer to support records management, information security and compliance across the organisation. This role plays a key part in maintaining Council's Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS), delivering staff training, managing archives and providing expert information management advice.

About You

You will bring:

• Confidence using computer systems and applications. Experience with electronic document or records management systems is an advantage, but training can be provided.
• Good attention to detail and the ability to organise and prioritise tasks in a busy work environment.
• Effective communication skills and a positive, customer-focused approach when supporting staff and stakeholders.
• An understanding of the importance of confidentiality and handling information appropriately, or a willingness to learn.

Why Join Us?

At the Colac Otway Shire Council, you’ll join a supportive and values-driven organisation where your expertise makes a real difference. You’ll enjoy a varied role that combines records management, information security, staff training and continuous improvement, while working with teams across the organisation. We value innovation, professional development and collaboration, and offer the opportunity to contribute to meaningful outcomes for our community.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $71,667.44 to $75,515.44 per annum pro rata plus superannuation.
• Flexible and progressive workplace.
• Opportunity to make a genuine impact.
• Variety and autonomy.
• Professional growth and development.
• Supportive leadership, collaborative team environment and a values driven culture.
• Meaningful work that positively impacts Council employees and the broader Colac Otway community.

For further information regarding the duties and requirements of the role, please refer to the position description.

Applications close Thursday 24 September 2026 at 11.59pm

Colac Otway Shire Council is a child safe organisation and is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.