Job description
Agency Department of Corporate and Digital Work unit Information Services
Development
Job title Manager Records and Information Designation Administrative Officer 7
Job type Full time Duration Fixed to 24/08/2026
Salary $113,938 - $122,574 Location Darwin
Position number 37806 RTF Closing 03/02/2026
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APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF
YOUR TERTIARY QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates
people with disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment
process or job, please discuss this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the
merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures
plans, go to the OCPE website.
Primary objective
Lead and drive the Information Services function in the successful coordination and continuous improvement of the delivery
of client focussed services within the Specialist Services team.
Context statement
Information Services provides best practice advice and records management services to NTG client agencies. Structured into
several work streams, a wide range of services are delivered, including records management, help desk services, records
appraisal, sentencing and disposal, training development and delivery and Freedom of Information.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. Provide leadership and strategic direction in the management of information within the NTG recordkeeping
environment.
1. In conjunction with the senior manager, manage the relevant work stream in the successful coordination and delivery of
client focussed services and the achievement of agreed deliverables.
3. Provide specialist advice and consultative services to client agencies and senior staff regarding records and information
management practices for a range of supported business information systems and policy matters.
4. Deliver continuous business process improvement across the Information Services function based on policy
development, business analysis, active review and evaluation, and process mapping.
5. Contribute to the planning processes for the development and delivery of a program of works and project schedule to
support information management services including the development of project plans to progress new initiatives and
the implementation of EDRMS across government.
1. Understand and relate to the confines of working in an evolving environment and contribute to the development of the
knowledge bank within the records and information management function.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. High-level knowledge and experience of contemporary information and records management systems, policy, standards,
principles and practices, including digitisation.
1. Well-developed project management skills, with the ability to plan and manage simultaneous projects, competing
priorities and timeframes to deliver quality outcomes against agreed standards.
3. Previous experience applying business process improvement and change management methodologies.
4. Ability to evaluate programs and systems, investigate and research and analyse information, identify change
opportunities and think laterally to identify, implement and promote improved work practices.
5. Well-developed communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to provide expert, authoritative advice.
1. High level ability to lead and mentor a team, and proactively build and sustain positive relationships clients and
stakeholders and maintain confidentiality and discretion.
7. Demonstrated work ethic and attitude which emulates DCDD values of Commitment to service, Innovation, Ethical
practice, Accountability, Impartiality, Diversity and Respect.
Desirable
1. Diploma or Advanced Diploma in Recordkeeping and membership of a relevant professional association.
Further information
The recommended applicant will be required to undergo a criminal history check prior to selection being confirmed. A
criminal history will not exclude an applicant from this position unless it is relevant to the position.