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National Network Coordination is responsible for the strategic and operational implementation of the National Archives’ physical presence and statutory functions across a network of state and territory offices in Australia. This includes collection management, archival services, access, public engagement, digitisation and relevant state and territory stakeholder management responsibilities.

National Archives of Australia is seeking an enthusiastic APS Level 5 Senior Archival Officer to be part of a team assisting the Australian community to access the collection in the NSW office.

In this role you will work under limited supervision and coordinate the work of a small team in accordance with established guidelines and procedures, using a variety of digital information management systems, as well as the physical handling of records, to deliver access to the national archival collection.

Eligibility: Applicants must be Australian citizens and be able to obtain and maintain a security clearance at a Negative Vetting Level 1 clearance level. 

Requirement:  

You must also be able to meet the inherent physical requirements of this role which includes repetitive, sedentary, screen-based work and/or the ability to pack, sort, lift and relocate records in accordance with established work health and safety practices and archival principles. 

How to apply: Applications must be submitted via our online e-recruitment system.  Applicants must in 1000 words or less outline the skills and relevant experience you would bring to this role. Please refer to the selection documentation for this position.

RecruitAbility applies to this vacancy. Under the RecruitAbility scheme you will be invited to participate in further assessment activity for the vacancy if you choose to apply under the scheme; declare you have a disability; and meet the minimum requirements for the job. For more information see: RecruitAbility | Australian Public Service Commission (apsc.gov.au)