This is a permanent full-time position commencing ASAP

Education Business Services (EBS) is the key provider of professional business services and support for Western Australian public schools, statutory boards and divisions of the Department. These highly valued services are delivered through the areas of finance, information and communication technologies (ICT), and infrastructure. We continually strive to enhance the capability and responsiveness of our staff, systems and processes across the organisation to deliver high quality education.

The Corporate Information Services branch works to improve the quality, accessibility, reliability and security of information to support the Education system. It is responsible for the provision of records management, system administration, Freedom of Information (FOI) and the legal disclosure of information, as well as Library and switchboard services.

The Role

The Information Access Manager will lead and manage issues as they arise from FOI and information access and disclosure activities that impact on government and provide solutions for consideration by the Department. They will develop a culture of continuous improvement to maximise best practice for FOI and information access and disclosure across the Department, through example and education. They will also support and audit business practices in accordance with the requirement of law and policy.

The successful applicant will manage and control the activities of the Information Access and Release Team providing leadership, training and guidance to staff to ensure a high- quality customer experience that aligns with the Departments values and community expectations. Ensuring information access and disclosure services are highly accessible and responsive to customer needs.

In this role you will build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders internal and external to the Department. You will represent the Department as required, on committees and working parties in relation to information access and disclosure. You will engage and collaborate with Western Australian Government agencies to achieve best practice for FOI and information access and disclosure policies and procedures.

Professional Benefits

We are conveniently located in East Perth and our employees enjoy a range of benefits which include: 

• 12% employer contributed superannuation.
• Flexible working arrangements are genuinely considered to create healthy work life balance including; working from home or remote, flexible working hours and part-time arrangements
• Generous leave entitlements including annual, personal, long service and parental leave
• Professional development opportunities and study leave/assistance
• Access to salary packaging (in accordance with relevant industrial instruments)
• Enjoy easy access to public transport with the Claisebrook train station just a 5-minute walk away or, take advantage of the free Yellow Cat bus service that stops outside our building entrance. Additionally, various CPP parking locations are within walking distance.

Want to know more?

Full details of the role, selection criteria and training requirements are listed in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Melissa Pettit, Manager Corporate Information Services on (08) 9264 5434 or by emailing melissa.pettit@education.wa.edu.au

Agency Referrals: Public sector agencies seeking to refer surplus employees should contact Recruitment at centralservices.recruitment@education.wa.edu.au during the advertising period. 

We are committed to building the leadership capability of our people (Building Leadership Impact).

Equity and Diversity

We are committed to an inclusive and culturally responsive workforce reflecting the diversity in our workplaces and the Western Australian community. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, young people, people of diverse sexualities and genders, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

Explore our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025 for more details.

Eligibility

To work with us, you must: 

• be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident or have a valid visa with relevant work rights for the term of the appointment.
• consent to a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and obtain a current Screening Clearance Number issued by the Department of Education’s Screening Unit before you start.

More information about employment eligibility can be found on our website and in the attached Job Description Form (JDF).

Application Instructions

Apply online in two easy steps:

Step 1: Select Apply for Job

Complete the online application form, including details of two (2) work related referees, preferably one being your current line manager.

Step 2: Attach your documents

Your application should include: 

• A CV of up to four (4) pages outlining your employment history and professional learning summary relevant to this position
• A two (2) page statement addressing the following selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF:

1. Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply legislation relating to information access and sharing, including Freedom of Information.
2. Highly developed skills of analysis, demonstrating sound judgement when analysing information from a range of sources and making recommendations.
4. Demonstrated highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills, with experience liaising with a variety of clients, building, and maintaining relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
5. Demonstrated ability to build an effective team environment, facilitating cooperation and partnerships by working collaboratively, including the ability to mentor and support team members.

Shortlisted applicants will have their skills and experiences in relation to the remaining selection criteria assessed in the further stages of the recruitment process

It is recommended you have your attachments ready before selecting Apply for Job.

Your application must be received before the closing date and time. Late applications will not be accepted.

For technical support submitting your application, you can call the Department of Education’s Recruitment team on (08) 9264 4127 for assistance.

Advertised Vacancy Number: DOE1065679

Applicants assessed as suitable may be considered for similar vacancies that arise in our branch within the next 12 months. This includes circumstances where this position becomes subsequently vacant should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised position.

The Department applies a four (4) day breach period to this selection process.

Applications close: 4.30pm (AWST) on Monday, 5 October 2026