Occupation Description

Skill Level: -
The entry requirement for this occupation is a bachelor degree or higher qualification or at least 5 years relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience is required in addition to the formal qualification.

Tasks Include: -

• analyses the record-keeping needs of an organisation, and translates these needs into record management systems
• maintains computerised and other record management systems and record forms, and advises on their usage
• trains staff in the use of record management systems
• controls access to confidential information, and recommends record access code of practice and procedures
• develops record coding and classification structures, and monitors their use
• extracts statistical and other data, based on the classification of recorded information
• assists with surveys and other research requiring access to recorded information
• conducts audits to identify missing records and arranges searches to retrieve them
• develops records disposal schedules and monitors their use
• processes requests under freedom of information legislation