Archivist

Hawkesbury City Council•Full-time•Windsor, New South Wales, AU•5d ago
Be passionate. Be progressive. Hawkesbury City Council.
Salary Range $82K - $96K per annum
9 Day Fortnight
Fitness Passport Option + On-Site Parking

Hawkesbury City Council is the largest local government area in metropolitan NSW covering 2,800 square kilometres, incorporating both urban and rural communities. We are committed to working together to deliver outcomes for the community through innovation and best practice.
Hawkesbury City Council strives to be an inclusive workplace for all people. We welcome and encourage applications from all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQ+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.
The Role
Reporting to the Records Coordinator, the purpose of this position is to support the management of Council's records by providing day to day physical and digital archival services. The position ensures that records are captured, stored and disposed of in accordance with the State Records Act ****, Museums of History Act ****, established Council policies, and relevant General Retention and Disposal Authorities.
About You
You will have an Associate Diploma in Business (Records & Information Systems) or demonstrated equivalent experience. You will have strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise using planning and time management. You will have a demonstrated ability to use initiative, create and work independently, and analytical skills.
Essential Criteria
Associate Diploma in Business (Records & Information Systems) or demonstrated equivalent experience

Sound understanding of records preservation, including the use of archival quality materials and preparing transfers for Museums of History NSW
Minimum five years' experience in Records Management; specifically with an electronic records and document management system




Sound understanding of computer systems and applications (i.e. Dataworks, ECM, TRIM or similar)
Knowledge of and experience with legislation relating State Records; Access to Information; Privacy and Personal Information
Understanding of best practice and developing standards in recordkeeping, records retention & disposal, and archives management.
Understanding of Occupational Health and Safety and Equal Employment Opportunity Principles.
Experience in developing and implementing policies and standards in respect of record functions.
Experience and knowledge of the State Records Act ****, Museum of History Act ****, and the Evidence Act **** as it relates to electronic records
The right to live and work in Australia
Class C Drivers Licence
WHS General Construction Work in NSW
Working With Children Check (WWCC)
Successful applicants will be required to undergo background (police) checks and medical declaration

Desirable Criteria
Bachelor qualification in Records Management or related course
Experience with processing Subpoenas and access to information requests

Knowledge of Local Government operations/functions, and the Local Government Act ****

The Rewards
There are great benefits and opportunities to working with Hawkesbury Council, including:
Outstanding working environment
9 Day Fortnight
Flexible Work Arrangement
Long Service Leave after 5 years
Training and Development Opportunities
Employee Reward and Recognition program
Fitness Passport Option
Social Club - BBQs, Christmas parties, raffles and activities
Employee Assistance Program for employees and their family

To Apply
For further position details, including the selection criteria and how to apply, visit our website or call Council's People and Development Team on ************.
Applications close Monday, 9th November ****
Applicants who do not address the selection criteria may not be considered for this position.
Please note that the canvassing of Councillors in relation to these matters will automatically disqualify the applicant from this process.

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