Information Governance Officer

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service; Clyst St. George; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service is seeking an Information Governance Officer to help meet statutory obligations under GDPR, FOIA and the EIR. You will manage information requests, conduct DPIAs and investigate incidents to support risk mitigation.

The role requires strong attention to detail, excellent organisational and communication skills, and the ability to deliver training and guidance across the Service.

Qualifications

• Practical experience and knowledge of data protection and freedom of information.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed processes accurately.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills, with the confidence to support colleagues at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Manage information requests under GDPR, FOIA and EIR.
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and assess information processing risks.
• Investigate information security incidents, identify trends, and support risk mitigation.
• Deliver training and awareness of information governance best practice across the Service.

Skills

Data protection knowledge

FOIA knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

GDPR tools

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in helping the Service meet its statutory information governance and compliance obligations.

Key responsibilities:

• Manage information requests under GDPR, Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) and Environmental Information Regulations (EIR).
• Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and assess information processing risks.
• Investigate information security incidents, identify trends, and support risk mitigation.
• Deliver training and awareness of information governance best practice across the Service.

We're looking for someone with:

• Practical experience and knowledge of data protection and freedom of information
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow detailed processes accurately.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Outstanding communication and customer service skills, with the confidence to support colleagues at all levels.

A sound understanding of GDPR, Data Protection Act, FOIA, and EIR