Southern Workforce Solutions is recruiting a Right to Information Officer for a temporary prospect with a respected Tasmanian local government organisation.
The position is responsible for managing and processing Right to Information applications in accordance with Tasmania’s Right to Information Act 2009 and other applicable legislation.
You will manage applications from receipt through assessment, maintain accurate records, communicate with applicants and internal stakeholders, and support the organisation in meeting its information access obligations.
Key responsibilities
- Manage and process Right to Information applications• Provide timely and accurate advice regarding RTI obligations• Communicate professionally with applicants throughout the application process• Support internal stakeholders with information access requirements• Maintain accurate records for current and archived RTI matters• Manage associated records and reporting information• Support annual RTI reporting requirements• Prepare correspondence when required• Handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately• Work independently while meeting statutory and organisational deadlines
Essential requirements
- Bachelor Degree or higher with relevant experience in law and/or corporate governance• Current Driver Licence• Demonstrated understanding of the Right to Information Act 2009 or equivalent legislation• Understanding of statutory obligations, exemptions, timelines and appeal mechanisms• Experience managing sensitive information ethically and confidentially• Strong written and verbal communication skills• Ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines• Current Registration to Work with Vulnerable People
Desirable experience
- Previous experience working with the Right to Information Act or comparable legislation• Experience working in local government• Experience using SharePoint• Experience with Microsoft 365 applications
Employment details
- Hobart, Tasmania• Temporary Full-Time• 3-month initial assignment• Possibility of extension• $74.70 per hour, inclusive of 20% casual loading• Immediate start• One position available• Applications close 22 September 2026
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Suggested Indeed screening questions
- Do you hold a Bachelor Degree or higher with relevant experience in law and/or corporate governance?
- Do you have experience working with Right to Information, Freedom of Information or comparable legislation?
- Do you currently hold a Driver Licence?
- Do you currently hold Registration to Work with Vulnerable People in Tasmania?
- Are you available to commence immediately?
- How many years of experience do you have working with legal, governance or information access matters?
Pay: $74.70 per hour
Work Location: In person
📌 Right to Information Officer (Hobart)
🏢 Southern Workforce Solutions
📍 Hobart
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