Records & Information Governance Specialist

City-of-Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 66,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Training opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

City of Austins Clerks Office seeks a knowledgeable Records Management Professional to advise on policies, interpret retention schedules, and train staff on compliance. The role includes project support, data analysis, and presenting findings to leadership, with opportunities to influence city-wide records governance.

The position emphasizes transparency and effective information management across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in a related field and one year of relevant experience; substitution allowed.
• Knowledge of city, state, and federal records laws and retention requirements.
• Ability to analyze data, develop SOPs, and improve processes.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and close projects related to records and information governance.
• Develop and maintain databases to support tracking and research findings.
• Interpret retention schedules and advise on policy implementation.
• Create and deliver training for staff on records policies.
• Facilitate meetings and document action items with flowcharting methods.

Skills

Records management knowledge

Policy & procedure development

Data analysis

Training & presentation skills

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor7s degree in a related field

Tools

Document management systems

Document scanning technologies

Content management systems

Databases

Enterprise business applications

Job description

City of Austins Clerks Office seeks a knowledgeable Records Management Professional to advise on policies, interpret retention schedules, and train staff on compliance. The role includes project support, data analysis, and presenting findings to leadership, with opportunities to influence city-wide records governance.

The position emphasizes transparency and effective information management across departments.