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Records Archivist Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2027) Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2 Remuneration: $114,251 - $134,809, plus superannuation Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW and Gladesville Hospital, Victoria Road, Gladesville Hours per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ627710 Closing Date: Friday 16 January 2026 (11:59PM) About Us We are committed to growth and development, providing resources and opportunities to excel in your career. Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment guide our work. We foster a diverse and inclusive workplace. About the Role The role is responsible for the appraisal, sentencing and lawful disposal of records in accordance with approved Retention and Disposal Authorities issued by State Records NSW. This role ensures compliance with the State Records Act 1998 and supports the Ministrys information governance lifecycle management practices. It also supports the development, preservation, and accessibility of the Ministrys archival collections, with an emphasis on digitisation, research and access, ensuring integrity and accessibility of records through effective appraisal, arrangement, description and appropriate preservation. What Youll Be Doing Appraise and assess Ministry records and apply relevant Retention and Disposal Authorities to sentence records for retention, transfer and lawful destruction. Identify Ministry records eligible for destruction and identify records of perpetual value and manage their transfer to Museums of History, NSW for longterm access and preservation. Maintain accurate documentation of sentencing decisions and disposal actions to support audit and compliance requirements. Provide advice and support on the application of Retention and Disposal Authorities and records disposal procedures. Develop and review records sentencing and disposal procedures. Develop and implement archival policies and procedures that reflect contemporary best practices and technological innovation. About You Extensive experience in corporate records and information management in a large and complex/diverse service industry organisation, with relevant qualifications or equivalent, including strong knowledge and practical experience with the State Records Act 1998 (NSW) and associated standards. Proven experience interpreting and applying General and/or Functional Retention and Disposal Schedules and demonstrated experience in archival practice, including research and access. Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to analyse and interpret information, and excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Demonstrated proactive approach, strong attention to detail and commitment to excellent customer service. Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve quality service outcomes. How To Apply Submit your rsum (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (12 pages) with responses to the following target questions. Attach responses to your application. Describe a project where you resentenced records after changes to retention authorities. What challenges did you face and how did you resolve them? Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team to achieve a challenging goal. What was your role, how did you contribute and what was the outcome? Contact Lusia OBrien at [email protected] and quote REQ627710 for rolerelated queries. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, contact Khloe Yang at [email protected]. Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment reflecting the community and customers we serve. We actively promote employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community members, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and require assistance, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative. Eligibility: Australian citizen, permanent resident of Australia, New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or holder of a valid visa with permission to work in Australia. Additional Information This is a temporary role, but there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade. This recruitment may create a talent pool for similar future roles over the next 18 months. The selection process will include meritbased techniques to determine suitability. #J-18808-Ljbffr