Whangārei District Council is busy implementing changes and working on new initiatives aimed at better serving our community. To support us in this exciting phase in our development as an organisation we are looking for an experienced leader to provide leadership and advice on the development of Council's document and information management policies, process, and systems.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the team responsible for developing and implementing appropriate monitoring and reporting on Council's document and information management practices as well as ensuring the effective operation of the Council's information and document management processes & systems in support of business objectives, including:

• Responses to requests made under the Local Government Official Information & Meetings Act 1989 (LGOIMA) or the Privacy Act 1993
• Archives management
• Retention & Disposal
• Training and user support (EDRMS & Information Management)
• Quality Assurance
• System developments, maintenance and upgrades.

If you think you have what it takes to be successful in this role and are keen for us to consider your application, you will need to be able to demonstrate the following attributes:

• Experience in a leadership role within the public sector or information management sector
• Understanding or ability to develop understanding quickly of relevant legislation eg; Public Records Act, LGIOMA, LGA, Privacy Act
• Ability to successfully lead a team, motivating and mentoring staff
• Ability to think critically and develop creative solutions to problems
• Ability to work methodically and efficiently and to set and meet appropriate standards and deadlines
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly with a varied and broad range of stakeholders
• Ability to work effectively with others through development of strong working relationships and provision of clear well thought out advice

At Whangārei District Council we take our reputation as a lifestyle destination seriously and consider a range of flexible working and life balance options for those that want to work in a professional and progressive environment while still having the time to take advantage of everything our district has to offer. In addition, our employment package includes Health Insurance, Life Insurance, payment of a professional membership, continuous development opportunities and an active social club plus much more.

Whangārei is a district on the rise. It is Northland's only city and largest commercial centre. Nestled between forest clad hills at the heart of the beautiful Whangārei Harbour, nowhere in the district is more than 40 kilometres away from our spectacular coastline and commuting to WDC's CBD location is a breeze.

There's a lot that'll make you 'Love it Here!'

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact People and Capability team on: (09) 430 4200 or 0800 932 463.