Digital Records Officer (9715)

Group and Team: Information and Technology Services
Location: Town Hall
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 3
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $88,483 per annum + 13% superannuation. 

• Enjoy city of Hobart employee benefits.
• Work for an organisation that makes a positive difference.
• Above award wages and employer superannuation at 13%.

About the role

This position is crucial for the efficient management, governance, and accessibility of the City's digital records. It involves overseeing the classification, registration, and indexing of records in accordance with established protocols and legal requirements.

Role accountabilities include: 

• Ensuring compliance with records management policy and standards.
• Design and deliver training programs on records management systems.
• Leading initiatives to enhance records management processes and practices.
• Coordinating audits to assess compliance and preparing comprehensive reports on records management activities.

For further details, please refer to the full position description: Digital Records Officer Position Description

About you

Are you ready to elevate your career? 

We are seeking a highly motivated individual with a degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or related discipline. Candidates with substantial experience in records management or several years of relevant professional experience will also be considered.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a proactive mindset, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a high-volume work environment.  If you are enthusiastic about making a meaningful contribution and driving positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply.  

We look forward to welcoming a dedicated professional to our team.

About us

The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.

We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:

• Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13% with salary sacrifice options.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• A wide range of leave entitlements.
• Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
• Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
• Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
• An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
• Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.

Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.

The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.

City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.

Learn more about our vision, mission and values.

How to apply

If you're passionate about records management and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today!

If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Sina Tarkesh, Lead Enterprise Architect, on 0431 704 003 or email [email protected] 

All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to [email protected]. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.

Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 15 June 2025.

Before you begin

You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.

Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.

To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:

• Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
• Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.

Selection process

Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.

The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.

Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.

Learn more about the selection process on our website.