Access to Information and Privacy Team Leader

About the Opportunity

This is a pivotal leadership opportunity to shape and guide Councils Access to Information and Privacy functions. The role is responsible for providing strategic direction and oversight of Councils access to information and privacy frameworks ensuring strong statutory compliance while embedding best practice and driving continuous improvement across the organisation.

You will play a key advisory role delivering high-quality specialist guidance on access to information matters in line with the Government Information (Public Access) Act as well as privacy advice under the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998. Working closely with senior leaders employees and key stakeholders you will support informed decision-making and promote a culture of transparency accountability and trust.

This position offers the opportunity to influence organisational practice strengthen governance and lead meaningful improvements in how information and privacy obligations are managed. It is ideally suited to a confident leader with strong technical expertise and the ability to translate complex legislative requirements into practical organisation wide solutions.

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Remuneration

$87711 - $100867 per annum plus superannuation

The Benefits

• Full-time 35 hours per week
• Flexible work arrangement options including hybrid work arrangements option of nine-day fortnight or monthly RDO
• 14% superannuation
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and Long Service Leave after 5 years
• Ongoing training and development opportunities with access to Councils Study Assistance Program
• Corporate fitness program for you and immediate family members
• Regular wellbeing programs and free annual flu vaccinations
• Free parking on-site
• Beautiful office location in the heart of the Hunter Valley

About You

You will hold a Certificate IV in Policy Governance Business Administration or an equivalent qualification with demonstrated experience in a similar role and a strong understanding of corporate governance. You have sound knowledge of key legislation including the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act 1998 and the Local Government Act 1993. You communicate clearly and effectively with strong report writing and presentation skills and can manage competing priorities in a politically sensitive environment. You are organised solutions-focused committed to quality service delivery and able to build effective working relationships using well-developed negotiation problem-solving and technology skills.

Whats Next

We encourage you to apply by completing the application form below and uploading a copy of your resume.

Your candidate suitability is determined by your responses to the selection criteria questions for more information on how to address the selection criteria please visit ourHow to applypage.

Pre-Employment Screening

Please note prior to an offer of employment being made recommended candidates will be required to undertake a medical assessment (including drug and alcohol testing) and other pre-employment checks such as references employment history checks working with children checks or a criminal record check.

About Us

At Cessnock City Council our success is built by our people and core values. We offer you a direct connection to the community providing opportunities to both inspire growth and sustainability in our diverse region. Were committed to building a passionate and inclusive workforce.

We are committed to the value of respect and we strive to have an inclusive workforce that is reflective of the diverse populations we serve. We welcome applications from qualified individuals of all ages and genders Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples people from culturally diverse backgrounds the LGBTQIA community veterans and people with disabilities.

We partner with the Veterans Employment Program and the NSW Government to implement recruitment practices dedicated to supporting veterans to pursue a career in local government. Our aim is tosupport veterans finding suitable sustainable and meaningful employment.

There are options available to request adjustments. If you need any adjustments to be made to the recruitment process or if you would like to discuss any accessibility requirements please contactfor a confidential discussion.

Applications Close: Thursday 19 February 2026 at 11.30pm

Who to Contact: Jessica Clark Governance Lead on (02)

You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for this position.

Guided by staff values of integrity respect teamwork accountability and excellence Cessnock City Council is indeed an attractive thriving Council and employer of choice.