Record Management Officers

About the opportunity

Are you someone who is organised, detail-oriented and looking for your next opportunity?

Due to an internal promotion we are currently searching for two enthusiastic, experienced and customer focused individuals to join our Records Management team on a full time and part time basis.

The Records Management team is an essential part of Council, which is responsible for ensuring all records are managed and maintained in accordance to legislative requirements. Reporting to the Records Management Coordinator, this role will undertake the daily records management processes and tasks of Council, including the preparation, scanning, registration and dissemination of internal and external records pertaining to Council’s business. 

To find out more about your next career opportunity: Position Description

Remuneration:

Full-time: $57,627 - $66,726 per annum plus superannuation. 

Part-time: $31.54 - $36.52 per hour plus superannuation.

Why Work for us?

You will be located in the picturesque Hunter Valley which is just 120 kilometres north of Sydney and 40 kilometres west of Newcastle. Our region is well renowned as Australia's oldest wine producing region and has a tourism industry worth an estimated $521 million. 

Working at Cessnock City Council you will have access to a wide range of benefits and options to help you balance your work/life commitments. These include; 

• Full-time 35 hour position available
• Part-time 21 hour position available 
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements, option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO (Full-time employees)
• 12% superannuation 
• Generous leave entitlements including Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Paid Parental Leave
• Ongoing training and development opportunities including access to Council's Study Assistance program
• Generous corporate fitness program for you and your immediate family members 
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful location in the picturesque Hunter Valley! 

Applications Close: Thursday 28 March 2024 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: 

Amanda Hillman, Records Management Coordinator on (02) 4993 4206 

How to Apply:

Please complete the application form below and provide detailed responses to the questions which relate to the criteria within the position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter. Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions, for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit our How to apply page.

Pre-Employment Screening:

Please note, prior to an offer of employment being made, recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks, such as references, employment history checks, working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us:

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community, providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. We're committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce. 

We are committed to the value of respect, and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is to support veterans finding suitable, sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements, please contact recruitment@cessnock.nsw.gov.au for a confidential discussion.

Guided by staff values of integrity, respect, teamwork, accountability and excellence, Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive, thriving Council and employer of choice.