Records Team Leader
About the Role
As Records Team Leader, you will lead the development and performance of Council’s records and
information management systems — ensuring they are compliant, contemporary and support a
high-performing organisation.
Reporting to the Manager Governance, you’ll lead a team of five and play a key role in strengthening how
Council manages its information.
What You’ll Do
• Lead and develop the Records team
• Improve systems, processes and practices
• Ensure compliance with the State Records Act
• Implement records and information management strategies
• Support information access requests and organisational use of systems
Why You’ll Want This Role
• Step into a leadership role with real ownership
• Influence governance, compliance and decision-making
• Be part of a council with a strong, values-driven culture that is actively improving how it works
• Enjoy flexibility and regional lifestyle benefits
About You
systems.
You bring:
You are an experienced records or information management professional who can lead people and improve
• Experience in records or information management
• Strong knowledge of legislation and best practice
• Experience with electronic records systems
• Proven ability to lead and deliver outcomes
• High attention to detail and strong communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality outcomes
You bring clarity to complexity and confidence to decision-making.What You’ll Get
• Salary from $86,500 per annum + super PLUS the opportunity to work a 9 day fortnight
• Full-time, stable role within Governance & Strategy
• Leadership responsibility and visibility across Council
• Flexible work arrangements and supportive team environment
In your application, tell us about…
• Why do you want to work at Armidale Regional Council?
• What makes you the best person for the role?
• Your qualifications and experience relevant to the role.
Please include a covering letter and a CV. We also want you to upload a video of yourself (no longer than 3
minutes*) answering the following:
• Briefly introduce yourself,
• Why are accuracy and attention to detail important in a role like this?
• How do you ensure compliance and quality in your work?
Please note:
• You are required to answer five application questions (three written and two video). Your résumé and
cover letter will be assessed against the Essential Criteria in the Position Description.
• Video responses must be submitted in .mov, .mp4, .wmv or .avi format, with a maximum file size of
50MB.
• Please also attach PDF copies of any relevant qualifications, tickets and/or accreditations.
Are you ready to be part of reviving the region and join the Governance team?
• If you would like further information on the role, please contact Stacey Drew, Manager Governance on
0429 043 198 for a confidential discussion.
• Armidale Regional Council is an inclusive employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion,
national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, or marital, veteran, or disability
status.
• Council recognises the unique skills and attributes demonstrated by service personnel in their service
to our country and applications from ex-service personnel are welcome. All applicants who are
veterans will be provided with specific feedback on their application if they are unsuccessful. The
Local Government Rank to Grade Guide was developed to help both hiring managers and
veterans understand how ADF skills and experience align with public sector jobs. You can use this
guide as a tool to help you identify where your skills and qualifications align you to. For further
information, and to access this guide, please click Here.
