Information Governance Officer

An opportunity has arisen to join Information Governance at Staffordshire County Council as part of a forward thinking and innovative team at an exciting time of information management development. The role has a competitive salary and offers flexible and home working.

We are looking for a motivated individual, who is experienced in Information Governance and records management, to play an integral part in the implementation of our Information Management Strategy and be involved in our programme of work migrating to M365.

It is a varied role which involves supporting all service areas within the organisation, providing guidance, support and advice regarding data protection and information management. It will require an organised and enthusiastic individual who is confident in providing expert advice and policy development.

As an Information Governance Officer you would be required:

• To provide input into, the Information Governance elements of M365 and the SCC digital programme of work
• To provide support in delivering Information Governance across SCC
• To provide input/lead on Information Governance elements of service projects and initiatives
• To champion and support the information asset and assurance program of work
• To investigate Information Governance breaches and failures and work with services to develop practice/process improvements
• To audit and review processes for information sharing with partners and commissioned services
• Develop and promote Information Governance resources and provide appropriate training
• To provide and develop support and guidance to ensure information assurance of SCC information practices

The ideal candidate will be experienced in Information Governance; they will have the knowledge, and are at ease, with actively supporting and championing information management best practice, applicable legislation and national standards across the organisation. 

If you have any questions, please contact Hedda Motherwell at: hedda.motherwell@staffordshire.gov.uk

We are no ordinary county council:

Our Values:

The core of who we are as an organisation. Just like we all have personal values that shape our thoughts and behaviour, organisational values drive how we think and act collectively.

Our values were created and shaped by colleague feedback and national best practice and they sit at the heart of People Strategy:

We have a real sense of community spirit that brings our people together. This feeling of belonging means we are all connected to what we do and take pride in the difference we make every day for Staffordshire people.

We are ambitious and our sights are set firmly on a better future. We look forward and race ahead - that goes for your career too. 

Our benefits:

We recognise that it is our employees that are central to everything we do. We aim to create a supportive working environment where employees can achieve their full potential and achieve a healthy work-life balance. 

In addition to your salary, as a member of staff, you will have access to Our rewards and benefits - Careers at Staffordshire

Our recruitment process:

As an Authority we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Staffordshire County Council is an equal opportunities organisation and Disability Confident employer. We encourage applications from all background and communities

As part of our commitment as a Disability Confident employer, a Gold Award Armed Forces employer and our commitment to supporting care leavers - we offer a guaranteed interview as long as your application meets the minimum criteria for the post.