Release of Information Coordinator

RPH - Freedom of Information; Southwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization is seeking a Release of Information Coordinator to manage Freedom of Information requests. This full-time permanent role requires coordination of FOI activities, support for Mental Health Review Board hearings, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws. The ideal candidate will have strong coordination skills, knowledge of FOI policies, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders. This role offers a competitive salary and various benefits.

Benefits

12% employer-contributed superannuation

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• Must have experience in processing FOI and ROI requests.
• Ability to represent RPBG before the WA Information Commissioner.
• Strong understanding of legislative compliance.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate FOI and ROI requests for RPBG.
• Support Mental Health Review Board hearings.
• Provide consultative service on FOI matters.

Skills

Coordination skills

Knowledge of Freedom of Information (FOI) policies

Communication skills

Job description

Release of Information Coordinator Salary : HSO Level G6 $110,666 - $119,660 per annum Location : Perth Unit / Division : Royal Perth Hospital >

RPH - Freedom of Information Work Type : Permanent - Full Time Position No : 00109019 Closing Date : 2025-12-30 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD) Attachments :

This is a permanent full‑time appointment at 76 hours per fortnight.

EMHS is committed to ensuring that our services are delivered by people who are representative of the diverse communities we assist. We wholly embrace diversity and inclusion and encourage people to work with us from all ages, races, genders, religions, sexual orientations, family responsibilities or other characteristics, including Aboriginal people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, individuals with a diverse sexuality or gender or bodily diversity, and people with disability.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed‑term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal records screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre‑employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Profile

The Release of Information Coordinator coordinates and processes Freedom of Information (FOI) and release of information (ROI) requests for Royal Perth Bentley Group (RPBG) and Mental Health Services, ensuring compliance with legislative obligations. Supports the coordination of Mental Health Review Board hearings. Represents RPBG before the WA Information Commissioner, the public and other agencies in relation to FOI and ROI. Provides an advice and consultative service relating to FOI and ROI matters to all stakeholders of the RPBG.

Area

Royal Perth Hospital (RPH) is Perth’s inner‑city, tertiary adult hospital and part of the Royal Perth Bentley Group. Home to the State Major Adult Trauma Service, RPH offers tertiary‑level emergency medicine, mental health, complex and elective surgical care, and specialist medical services. It is also a premier teaching hospital and contributes to innovation and excellence in medical research and patient care.

Benefits

• 12% employer‑contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice.
• Professional Development Opportunities and Study leave / assistance.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Flexible leave arrangements.
• Other professional and location based allowances.
• For information on superannuation.

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online. It is preferable for your referee to be a current supervisor or manager. Applicants are advised to write a cover letter and write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2–3 pages as well as provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00 pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

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