Term, full-time vacancy up to 13/07/2026

Your new company
Join SAPOL and contribute to Safer Communities by ensuring transparent access to information. As a Senior Freedom of Information Officer, you'll support the Officer in Charge of the FOI Unit, processing FOI requests, assessing documents, and ensuring compliance with legislation. This role offers meaningful impact, leadership opportunities, an exciting and dynamic working environment with the opportunity to provide a meaningful contribution to South Australia.

Your new role
In this position you will be exposed to sensitive and distressing material which may be triggering for some individuals. You will also:

Provide leadership and mentorship to FOI Unit staff.

Lead and oversee FOI applications in line with the Freedom of Information Act 1991.

Research, assess, and prepare high-quality documentation for FOI requests.

Evaluate and process FOI requests, sourcing, and vetting documentation.

Prepare draft determinations for review and publication.

Manage FOI-related policies.

Liaise with internal and external stakeholders, including government agencies, legal representatives, and the public.

Ensure compliance with Information Privacy Principles, State Records Act, and Libraries Act.

What you'll need to succeed
To be considered for the role you will have:

Strong integrity and confidentiality handling complex information.

Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Proven ability to manage workloads under pressure and lead a team.

Sound understanding of FOI legislation, State Records Act, and privacy principles.

Experience in writing complex reports and making determinations.

Leadership in mentoring and developing staff.

Completed SA State Records FOI Course (Accredited FOI Officer) - desirable.

Essential requirements:

Be an Australian citizen or Australian permanent resident at the time of applying and will be subject to a criminal history check.

In order to be considered for the position, you must address and substantiate all the essential minimum requirements and desirable characteristics from within the position information documentation. Please limit the response for each criteria to ½ a page.

Applicants should include the name, title, and contact details for 3 current referees.

Salary
ASO6 - $98,478 - $104,165 per annum.

What you'll get in return

In return you will be working in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team environment. SAPOL also offer:

Free onsite gym facilities

Subsidised gym membership with our participating partners

Flexible working arrangements encouraged to support work life balance and personal commitments including working from home options

A range of free internal health support services and health assessments

What you need to do now
If you have the required experience, skills and abilities please apply via the link below attaching your cover letter and resume.

For enquiries, please contact Yvonne Scott at [email protected]

Application Instructions
Please click on 'Apply' which will direct you to iworkforSA and further information will be provided on how to apply.

Applications Close: 5:00PM 29/07/2025