Information Access Officer | Full-time Permanent

Closes: 18 August 2026

Classification: Administrative Services Officer Class 6

Salary: $102,657 - $116,592 plus superannuation

Position No: 72117,Several

Directorate: Health and Community Services

Advertised (Gazettal date): 04 August 2026

Contact Officer: Lisa Guteridge on Lisa.Guteridge@act.gov.au or (02) 6205 3296

Details: Are you a critical thinker with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for delivering outcomes that make a difference?

The Health and Community Services Directorate (HCSD) is looking for two Information Access Off icers to join a small, collaborative that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning and delivering high-quality outcomes. As part of the team, you will be responsible for managing requests for information under section 856C of the Children and Young People Act 2008. In this rewarding role, you will analyse sensitive information, coordinate complex records searches, prepare high-quality briefs and contribute to decision-making on matters of significant importance to children, young people and families.

We are looking for applicants with strong analytical and communication skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. If you enjoy working collaboratively, exercising sound judgement, navigating complex information, and handling sensitive and sometimes confronting material with professionalism, discretion and care, we would love to hear from you.

HCSD is an inclusive employer where all people are respected and valued for their contribution. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, People with Disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and queer (LGBTIQ) people.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Experience working with sensitive or protected information, interpreting legislation, and contributing to government decision-making processes will be highly regarded.

Note: A merit pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applications are sought from potential candidates and should include:

A pitch of no more than two pages demonstrating your skills and experience relevant to the position capabilities under the 'What you Require' heading in the Position Description,

A current Curriculum Vitae, and

Contact details of at least two relevant referees.

Applications should be submitted .

Note: Under the ACTPS employment framework you may be placed in another role where required for the efficient administration of the service.

The ACT public service is committed to closing the gap, underpinned by the belief that when Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people have a genuine say in the design and delivery of policies, programs and services that affect them, better life outcomes are achieved. More information can be found here ACT Closing the Gap Implementation Plan - ACT Government Transparency Portal.

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