GIPA Officer

At a Glance

Work type: 35 hrs per week
Salary: $91,365.95 to $100,642.13 + 12% superannuation
Employment Type: Full Time Permanent
Closing date: 9pm, Sunday 9 August 2026

The City of Parramatta is in the midst of significant growth and transformation. With a community that brings together many cultures, skills and stories, a changing skyline and new investments, this is an exciting time to be part of the journey. Parramatta 2050 gives us a clear picture of where we’re heading; a connected, creative and sustainable City with opportunities for everyone. Every role at City of Parramatta contributes to this next chapter, helping us build a strong, thriving Parramatta for the people who live, work and spend time here.

About the role
This role is responsible for provision of technical advice and effective access to information under the Government and Public Access Act (GIPA) and associated legislation.

In this role you will: 

• Review and assess access applications under the GIPA Act and other legal requests, ensuring compliance with statutory obligations and Council protocols.
• Coordinate and maintain Council records to meet government standards, ensuring accuracy, accessibility, and secure storage of documentation.
• Provide expert advice and support to internal and external stakeholders on sensitive and urgent matters, fostering collaboration and enhancing customer experience.
• Manage Council’s statutory reporting requirements including the Disclosure Log, Contracts Register, and submissions to the Information and Privacy Commission.
• Identify and communicate emerging issues early, applying mitigation strategies and promoting continuous improvement across practices and procedures.
• Uphold Council’s values by acting ethically and fairly, ensuring compliance with WHS, EEO, diversity, and inclusion policies. 

What’s on offer

We offer a competitive remuneration package from $91,365.95 to $100,642.13 + 12% superannuation

Your employee experience with City of Parramatta includes: 

• Flexibility: Hybrid working conditions, flexi‑time scheme, additional leave over the Christmas period 
• Leave: 14 weeks paid parental leave, 15 days personal leave, Long service leave after 5 years 
• Wellbeing: Employee led networks (ERGs), Fitness passport, Flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Ongoing wellbeing initiatives, Health insurance discounts.
• Location & Convenience: Central Parramatta location, discounted parking, Novated leasing available
• Growth: Learning and development programs, leadership pathways, free LinkedIn Learning 

About you

The successful candidate is someone who has:

•  Knowledge of various State and Federal acts that relate to the management and provision of information in local government including Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, Privacy & Personal Information Protect Act 1998, Copyright Act 1968, Environmental Planning & Assessment Act NSW 1979 and Local Government Act 1993.
• Experience in determining access applications and the correct application of public interest considerations
• Experience in searching, retrieval of files, inspecting and investigating of records to determine relevance to scope of access applications
• Experience in using software systems such as TRIM, Microsoft and other systems 
• High level of customer service and ability to meet tight deadlines

To be considered for this role, you must meet the essential requirements in the Position Description , including:

Qualifications: 

• Tertiary qualifications and/or demonstrated experience in the provision of access to information services to the community and other stakeholders

Want to know more?

Review our Values Flyer to learn more about the behaviours that guide how we work. 

Further details about this role can be found in the Position Description. 

For a confidential discussion, please contact Patricia Clive via [email protected].

How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by 9pm, Sunday 9 August 2026. Applications submitted by other means will not be accepted.

Please upload:

• Current resume and cover letter addressing the Position Description.

Please note: Candidates who do not meet the essential qualification and licence requirements may not progress through the recruitment process.

This position requires the preferred candidate to undergo the below pre-employment compliance checks:

• Criminal history check:  A criminal history does not necessarily disqualify a prospective candidate from selection.  

The City of Parramatta supports a drug and alcohol‑free working environment. Employees may be subject to random testing.

How we work: Inclusion & Belonging
At the City of Parramatta, inclusion and belonging are central to how we work. We’re building a workforce that reflects our diverse community and value different perspectives and lived experiences. We welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people living with disability, people of all ages, women, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, LGBTQIA+ people, ADF veterans, and others who bring unique perspectives.

We are committed to a fair, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process and support reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment and employment – contact [email protected] for a confidential discussion.

Eligibility: 
Please note you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or a permanent resident in Australia to apply for this position. Applicants holding valid visas may be considered for Casual or Term contracts subject to their visa work conditions.