Information Asset Lead (9780)
Job No:
COH23786
Location:
Hobart, TAS
Group and Team: Information and Technology Services Group, Information Management Team
Location: Town Hall, 50 Macquarie Street, Hobart
Employment status: Permanent Full-time
Classification: Municipal Officer Level 5
Agreement: Hobart City Council Enterprise Agreement 2024
Salary range: $119,423 per annum + 13.5% superannuation
About the role
The City of Hobart is seeking an experienced Information Asset Lead to ensure Council’s information and data are managed as strategic, trusted, and protected organisational assets.
Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, this role provides leadership and oversight across data governance, information and data asset ownership, classification, quality, protection, and lifecycle management. You will work across the organisation to embed strong information and data governance practices into systems, business processes, and decision‑making, supporting service delivery, transparency, compliance, and public trust.
This is a key role at the intersection of data governance, information and data protection, privacy, records management, and digital transformation.
Learn more about the role in the position description: Information Asset Lead
About you
You are an experienced information or data professional with strong expertise in information and data governance, protection, and lifecycle management in complex, regulated environments. You understand the importance of information and data as strategic organisational assets and are committed to ensuring they are accurate, accessible, secure, and trusted.
You bring a solid understanding of public‑sector obligations, including public records, privacy, information security, and Right to Information requirements, and are confident managing information and data‑related risks, including contributing to incident or data breach responses.
Collaborative and pragmatic, you work effectively across technology, records, privacy, risk, legal, and business teams to embed sound information and data practices into systems, projects, and everyday operations. You can translate complex governance concepts into clear, practical guidance and communicate effectively with both senior leaders and non‑technical stakeholders.
Qualification or professional certification in one or more of the following:
- Information or Records Management
- Data Governance or Data Management
- Information Technology or Information Systems
- A related discipline relevant to information governance.
Desirable qualification:
- SFIA Responsibility Level 6: Initiate / Influence - IRMG (L6) — Information Management.
About us
The City of Hobart offers something for everyone, with connections between nature, history, culture, businesses and each other. We are proud to provide a range of services and facilities that support the wellbeing, safety and participation of the community as well as continuously look to improve and embrace new approaches to achieve better outcomes for all. With an industrious and diversified economy, wherever your skills, talents and passions lie, we can offer you the opportunity to have a rewarding career with ongoing learning and development opportunities.
We recognise contributions to our workforce and offer:
- Above Award wages and Employer Superannuation at 13.5% with salary sacrifice options.
- Flexible work arrangements including the option to apply for a nine-day fortnight.
- A wide range of paid leave entitlements.
- Health and Wellness programs, including onsite gyms.
- Discounted membership at Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre.
- Ability to purchase additional leave after 12 months of service.
- An Employee Assistance Program that offers onsite visits.
- Corporate Health Plan discounts with BUPA, St. Lukes and Medibank.
Learn more about what the City of Hobart can offer you.
The City of Hobart is committed to building an inclusive community and workplace. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, abilities, ages and identities.
City of Hobart has a strong commitment to health and safety. Appointment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment background checks. These will include reference checks, verification of qualifications, National Criminal History record check, and Medical Assessment including drug and alcohol testing.
Learn more about our vision, mission and values.
How to apply
If you're passionate about managing information in a large organisation, and ready to take on a role that challenges and rewards, apply today!
If you require any further information specific to this role please contact Claire Poless, People and Culture Specialist, on 03 6238 2458 or email claire.poless@hobartcity.com.au.
All applications must be made in the online portal, and you can save your application as you progress through the stages until you submit your final application. If you have any issues with submitting your application, please email details of the issue to recruitment@hobartcity.com.au. Please note that we do not accept applications via email or after the position has closed so if you have issues submitting your application, please contact us prior to the closing time.
Applications close 11:59 pm Sunday 26 April 2026.
Before you begin
You will need to read the position description prior to commencing your application as you will be required to address the key duties, skills and knowledge for this role in 600 words or less.
Please ensure you have copies of your current resume and relevant qualification/s ready to attach at the end of your application.
To protect privacy and prevent fraud, do not upload or email personal documents such as Driver’s licences, passports, or personal tax and superannuation details. Instead:
- Applicants are required to declare they hold the required documentation/licence, and
- Originals will be sighted by People and Culture on the first day of work as a condition of employment.
Selection process
Candidates are initially selected for interview based on the details provided in their application.
The City of Hobart assesses all applications based on merit.
Positions are filled, based on how well the successful candidate meets the requirements of the position.
Learn more about the selection process on our website.
