Information Governance Officer (Fixed Term)

Job Description

This is a fixed term post until 31/10/2025.

West Dunbartonshire Council's Regulatory and Regeneration service is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to undertake the role of Information Governance Officer.

As Information Governance Officer you will play a key role in helping make sure that the Council complies with its legislative duties around record management, freedom of information, and data protection. You will also provide support and be part of the core election team for all elections.

In particular, you will:-

- oversee and review the Council’s Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 responsibilities in  line with legislative requirements;
- provide guidance and support to all services areas in relation to information governance matters;
- assist the Records Management Officer with relevant training programs;
- co-ordinate and administer freedom of information requests; and assist the Records Management Officer with data protection and records management responsibilities.

The Individual

WDC was voted one of the top ten flexible employers and prides itself in providing flexible working to support work life balance. In addition to this there are also additional benefits:

• Access to the Local Government pension scheme (LGPS) with an employer’s contribution of at least 19.3% and all associated benefits
• A minimum of 25 days annual leave, increasing a day each year up to 35 days as well as 8 fixed public holidays each year
• Access to employee wellbeing supports including occupational health & counselling if ever you need help and support

Now that you have read the role and what we have to offer, we would love to hear from you. Please use the application to tell us your experience, and why you are the candidate for this role.

For information about West Dunbartonshire Council please click on the following link and see why we are an employer of choice:

http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/about-us/

More information on the benefits of working within West Dunbartonshire Council, can be found using the following link:

http://www.west-dunbarton.gov.uk/jobs-and-training/working-for-us/benefits-of-working-with-us/