Senior Advisory Officer
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LocationSydney Region-Sydney - Greater West
Also inParramatta
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SenioritySenior
DepartmentInfoLink Information Access Advisory
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 26, 2026 · 1w ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Demonstrated practical experience in the application of the Government Information (Public Access) Act
Subject matter expertise in information access
Manage complex information access matters
Exercise sound judgement and provide authoritative advice
Undertake merits reviews
Deliver education and training
Identify opportunities to strengthen policy, procedures, organisational capability and compliance
Obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force
Demonstrated general experience conducting merits reviews of administrative decisions or working in a regulatory environment
Australian Citizen, permanent resident of Australia, or New Zealand citizen
Undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check
Benefits
Competitive salary
Flexible work options
Annual leave loading
Corporate wellbeing programs
Fitness passport
Free annual influenza vaccination
Salary packaging options
Convenient location
In house gym facilities
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Clerk Grade 7/8
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Temporary Full-Time up to 30 June 2028
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Parramatta
About us
The NSW Police Force (NSWPF) is one of the largest police forces in the western world, with more than 20,000 employees, including more than 4,000 administrative employees who support the sworn officers that provide a range of law and order services 24 hours a day, seven days a week to the socially, geographically and culturally diverse community of NSW.
About the role
We have an opportunity for a Senior Advisory Officer to be part of our InfoLink Information Access Advisory team. This is a subject matter expert position requiring demonstrated practical experience in the application of the Government Information (Public Access) Act. The role applies this expertise to manage complex information access matters, exercise sound judgement and provide authoritative advice across the InfoLink Command. The role also undertakes merits reviews, deliver education and training and identify opportunities to strengthen policy, procedures, organisational capability and compliance across various information access pathways. Demonstrated general experience conducting merits reviews of administrative decisions or working in a regulatory environment is highly regarded, and applicants with this experience are strongly encouraged to apply.
View the relevant role description for more information on this role (e.g. essential requirements, key accountabilities, key challenges and capabilities required for the role)
What we can offer you
At NSWPF our people have access to a range of benefits that help balance life at work and at home. Some of the benefits available when you join the NSWPF include:
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competitive salary;
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flexible work options;
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annual leave loading;
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corporate wellbeing programs including seminars and the Fitness Passport;
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free annual influenza vaccination;
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salary packaging options via superannuation contributions or a novated vehicle lease;
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convenient location for public transport and to shops etc; and
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in-house gym facilities.
How to Apply
Applications can only be submitted electronically via the I Work for NSW website.
To be considered for this role, attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume that clearly details your skills & experience as relevant to this role.
Please do not attach copies of qualifications, certificates or documentation (other than what has been requested) - you can bring these if called for interview.
Please address each of the following Target Questions (500 word per question) in the text boxes provided in the online application or attach as a separate document.
Target Question 1:
Describe your experience providing subject matter expertise advice, guidance and training to others regarding compliance with legislative requirements in the context of requests for information.
Target Question 2:
Provide an example where you have conducted a merits review of an administrative decision. Identify the legislation in which you undertook the review and how you approached the task.
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed through to the selection process.
If you require any further information about this opportunity, please contact the hiring manager Irene Nicolau via (02) 8835 7476.
Requirements
To be eligible to apply for this role, you must meet one of the following statuses:
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an Australian Citizen;
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a permanent resident of Australia; or
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a New Zealand citizen.
Prior to commencement, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a rigorous National Police (criminal history) Check and obtain and maintain a Security Clearance as determined by the NSW Police Force.
Our commitment to Diversity
At the NSW Police Force, we are proud to be an employer of a diverse range of people. We are committed to reflecting the diverse community we serve and creating an inclusive and respectful workplace for all employees where differences are embraced, contributions are valued, and everyone has a sense of connection and belonging.
We welcome applications from individuals with diverse skills, experiences, and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQIA+ individuals, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, those from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people of all ages.
We understand that the recruitment journey may present unique challenges. If you:
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Identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like support with your application, please contact the NSWPF Aboriginal Employment & Engagement team at [email protected]
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Identify as a person with disability and require further information on the role or adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
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Are transgender or gender diverse and want to learn more about our support options, please contact the Inclusion & Diversity team at [email protected]
This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
For more information on applying for roles with the NSW Police Force click here
For Technical assistance please contact: [email protected] (Please include the word Taleo in the subject line)
Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
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