Senior Right to Access Officer

At the NSW Department of Education, we educate and inspire lifelong learners – from early childhood, through schooling to vocational education and training.

• Full time ongoing employment opportunity in a vibrant and supportive team


• Based in Parramatta CBD with flexible work arrangements available


• Remuneration of $113,574 - $125,720 plus super & leave loading

About the Role

The Senior Right to Access Officer makes and reviews decisions about access to information in accordance with the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 (GIPA Act), and supports the team to deliver quality customer service and meet departmental and statutory compliance, processing and reporting requirements.

For further information please view the role description.

About You

• Strong knowledge of the GIPA Act, Freedom of Information Act 1982 (Commonwealth), and related access to information legislation, with demonstrated experience managing access applications and ensuring compliance.


• Excellent legal analysis, drafting, and decision-making skills—particularly in administrative and commercial law, supporting the preparation of robust decisions and responses able to withstand external scrutiny.


• High-level communication, teamwork, and collaboration skills, including the ability to coordinate projects, support process improvements, and maintain strong customer service standards within a legal team.


• Proven ability to manage complex reviews and projects, including responding to external oversight bodies and NSW Legislative Council Orders, while balancing transparency, accountability, and departmental interests.


• Knowledge of and commitment to implementing the Department’s Aboriginal Education Policy and upholding the Department’s Partnership Agreement with the NSW AECG and to ensure quality outcomes for Aboriginal people.

 Essential requirements of the role 

• Legal qualifications for NSW, or tertiary qualifications in a related area, or other relevant legal experience highly desirable


• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience in applying information access legislation including the GIPA Act and making decisions in response to requests for information.


• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the value of public education.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements, including - hybrid/work from home arrangements.


• 35 hour working week


• Competitive salary, salary sacrificing, employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading


• Flex Leave entitlements, generous holidays & leave conditions


• Opportunities for advancement and mobility across the Department to support your career growth

How to apply

Attach a resume (maximum 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.

Applicants are encouraged to prepare their application materials independently. The selection panel values authentic and personally written responses that reflect your own experience, insights and alignment with the Department’s values and priorities.

Please refer to the Applicant’s Guide to Applying to assist you with your application.

If you are an existing Education Support Staff (corporate staff) with the NSW Department of Education, click here for instructions on how to submit your application.

All other applicants please submit your application by clicking ‘Apply Now’.

Note: the selection process will include a range of assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Successful candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening for this role which includes a National Criminal History Check.

This is a child-related role. As a condition of employment you will be required to provide a valid Working with Children Check (WWCC) Clearance number (for paid employment). Visit the website for more information.

Candidates must have Australian work rights (citizens, permanent residents, New Zealand citizens or a valid work visa). Ongoing (permanent) roles are open to Australian citizens and permanent residents and New Zealand citizens, while temporary roles welcome applicants with a visa. 

Closing date: Sun 21st June 2026 at 11:59pm

Contact:  For role enquiries please contact Jessica Guignouard, A/Manager Information Access at [email protected]

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including but not limited to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people, people of any age or gender, people from culturally and linguistically diverse groups and/or from the LGBTQIA+ community, veterans, refugees, people with disability, people with sensory differences, and neurodiverse people. If we can make some adjustments to our recruitment/interview process to better help you shine, please reach out to the contact person for this recruitment, details listed above. For more information, visit the NSW Department of Education’s Diversity, equity and inclusion webpage.

A recruitment pool will be created through this recruitment process. A recruitment pool is a group of applicants who have been assessed and identified as suitable for this role, and who may be considered for a range of similar roles, including temporary, term or ongoing roles, over the next 18 months.