About the role

We are seeking a Freedom of Information (FOI) Specialist to join the Information Services team on a permanent full-time basis to provide essential legislated service to the community regarding information provision. The FOI Specialist reports to Coordinator – Information Management & Spatial Systems and will be responsible for information gathering and document discovery for external stakeholders as well as creating and training employees in information guidelines and processes. Above all, the FOI Specialist ensures that the City of Swan meets its legislative requirements under all relevant FOI legislation.

Key Accountabilities include, but are not limited to;

• Ensures the City meets their Freedom of Information legislative requirement, and other performance data for the business unit.
• Understands, interprets and communicates FOI legislation at the appropriate level of knowledge for all stakeholders.
• Negotiates with external stakeholders regarding information and FOI requests.
• Provides professional freedom of information advice to customers, community, employees and FOI applicants.
• Processes and oversees freedom of information investigations and provide FOI decisions on behalf of the City of Swan.
• Increase freedom of information awareness and responsibility of employees by developing, implementing, and maintaining FOI training and induction programs.

About you

The successful candidate will have the following:

• Tertiary qualifications in related discipline and/or substantial experience in a freedom of information role.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge of the Freedom of Information Act 1992 and associated regulations.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in interpreting legislation.
• Demonstrated ability to undertake research and analysis on freedom of information-related activities.
• Demonstrated ability to provide Freedom of information advice on various matters.
• Experience in processing FOI applications.
• A satisfactory National Police Certificate is required.

For more information about the role please refer to the position description.

About working with us

The salary for this position will be from $91,194.72 - $108,194.90 per annum, depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

You will also enjoy benefits including

• Flexibility to balance work and life through supported work from home and a 19-day month
• Excellent leave entitlements e.g. purchase additional leave, Local Government public holiday
• Generous Superannuation contributions up to a total combined 17%
• Comprehensive employee wellness program
• Generous study assistance (terms and conditions apply)
• Free parking options available
• Travelsmart allowance to support public transport use or cycling to work

About the City

The City of Swan, located north east of Perth, is the largest local government by land size in the Perth metropolitan area, and has one of the fastest growing populations.

The City covers an area of 1,042 square kilometres, equivalent to almost 20 per cent of the Perth metropolitan area. A beautifully diverse expanse of land, the City is rich in natural assets, including the iconic Swan River and internationally renowned Swan Valley viticulture region established in 1829.

Our location, services and facilities make the City an attractive place to live. The population across our 42 suburbs stands at 168,334 in 2023, but is set to reach 300,000 by 2050.

The Whadjuk people of the Noongar Nation have been the traditional custodians of the land for more than 40,000 years. The Derbal Yerrigan (Swan River) holds enormous cultural significance for the Noongar people. The City is also rich in European history, and our community is a melting pot of multiculturalism, with one in three people being born overseas and one in five speaking a language other than English at home. Our ideal location, significant history, diverse community and strong economy ensures a positive future for the City of Swan, full of opportunity.

Our purpose at the City is to improve the quality of life for all of the people who live in, work in and visit the City of Swan by delivering our vision of ‘one city, diverse people, culture and places’ through shared values of respect, excellence, accountability and leadership.

At the City of Swan we are committed to recruiting and retaining the right people and creating a great place to work. We offer our employees real careers, real impact, and real rewards.

We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ+, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background, and people of all ages.

For a confidential discussion, please contact Andrew Mügge directly on 9267 9143.

For queries regarding the application process, please contact our friendly People Services team on 9267 9145.

To apply please submit a cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience and why you would be a good fit for this role, and a resume via the link.

Closing Date: Monday, 21 July 2025 at 11pm AWST.

The City of Swan reserves the right to commence shortlisting and interviews earlier than the closing date. The City also reserves the right to close the vacancy early therefore if you are interested in this position, please submit an application as early as possible.