Record Management Officer

Record Management Officer
Temporary, Part-time position (56 hour fortnight)
From $88,852 - $104,00 per year (pro rata)
Immediate start available

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is seeking applications from meticulous and methodical Records Management Officers to join the HR, Risk & WHS team. This role is a temporary, part-time position with potential for part time or  full-time permanency in 2025.

About the role
Reporting directly to the Head of HR, Risk & WHS, the Records Management Officer is responsible for accessioning, arranging, managing and disposing of records across CEDB’s network of 33 schools. The Records Management Officer will:

• Establish and maintain archive databases in accordance with industry best practice standards
• Develop and deliver training materials for mandatory induction and continued education for all stakeholders involved in records management
• Provide strategic advice and implement a best-practice information management strategy and framework that aligns with legislation, policies, and standards
• Analyse data and utilise when necessary to prepare high-quality audits and comprehensive reports
• Transfer information onto CEDB’s record management system
• Managing the life-cycle of records from active to inactive status
• Be expected to travel to diocesan schools to work closely with school staff and

Travel to diocesan schools will be required to work closely with school staff, providing guidance and support as they transition to the new records management process.

About you (Selection Criteria)
We are looking for someone able to align with the following selection criteria:

• Qualification in archives, librarianship or records management and /or equivalent combined relevant experience
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills – both written and verbal with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organisation
• The ability to manage projects, coordinate activities, establish priorities and meet deadlines.
• Sound knowledge  and experience in archival management and arrangement
• Strong IT skills and experience working with collections and management systems and data
• Demonstrate an understanding of risk management and disaster preparedness
• Ability to work independently as well as within a team environment and to meet deadlines
• Hold current valid driver’s licence and a willingness to undertake travel to schools as required
• A willingness to support the values and ethos of the Catholic tradition in the workplace
• Be eligible to hold a Working with Children Check

What we offer

• Opportunity to increase to full-time permanent (or flexible to continue part time hours) for the right person in 2025
• Professional development opportunities
• Salary packaging available – get the most out of your pay
• A good work-life balance, working a 28-hour week (35 hours full time)
• Access to additional leave (conditions apply) as well as leave loading

About Us
Responsible for 33 schools, approximately 9,600 students and 1,700 staff, Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst (CEDB) is encompassed by the Blue Mountains, Warrumbungle Ranges, the Pilliga, Macquarie River, Lachlan River, Abercrombie River and the Jenolan State Forest. The Diocese covers 103,680 square kilometres, comprises of Three Traditional Nations: the Wiradjuri, Gamilaraay/Gomeroi, and Wailwan nations and boasts the beauty of the central west and orana regions of NSW. A diversity of opportunities awaits you.

How to Apply
If you think this role sounds like you, we would love to hear from you! Click “Apply” to be taken to our online application portal where you be asked to complete our online application form. All applications will require:

• An updated CV/Resume
• A cover letter addressing the selection criteria outlined in the “About You” section of this advertisement
• Contact details of appropriate referees
• All supporting documentation (transcripts, identification, WWCC etc)

Applicants must be submitted by 11:55pm on 4 December 2024.

Please note that the CEDB intends to fill this vacancy as quickly as possible and therefore will close the job as soon as the right candidate is found. We encourage you to apply right away!

A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles, valid for a period of 12 months.

Further details of this position can be obtained by contacting Angela D’Amore; Head of HR, Risk &WHS on 02 6338 3000.

CEDB is committed to instilling Safe Child standards in all our schools and CEDB with an understanding that keeping children safe is the responsibility of everyone within our school community.

A valid Employee Working with Children Check is required for this position.

Child Protection legislation requires preferred applicants to be subject to employment screening.

Catholic Education Diocese of Bathurst is an equal opportunity employer.