Records Archivist

Records Archivist 

• Be part of a dynamic public sector team and work with records experts of the industry
• Temporary role based in the Sydney CBD Dynamic and agile organisation within the government sector
• Are you passionate about preserving organisation history and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards?  

Classification grade: Clerk Grade 5/6 

Salary: $97,027 - $107,059 p.a. base salary (employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading is paid in addition to the base salary) 

Work type: Full Time - 35 hours per week, up to 2 years temporary employment with a possibility of extension or conversion to ongoing 

* Our primary place of work is the CSO Office located at 60-70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney. Please note we will be relocating to a new premises located at Parkline Place, 252 Pitt Street, Sydney in July 2026. 

About the role 

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team to lead the development and implementation of a Records Disposal Program for legal and administrative records. This critical role ensures cost effective storage and disposal of records while complying to regulatory requirements and best practices. 

The Archivist is responsible for conducting appraisals of records, preparing recommendation reports, and transferring significant records to external archives for preservation. They offer expert advice on record classification, retention authorities, and access directions, and provide guidance and support to Records Officers in managing record management procedures. Additionally, they assist in complex inquiries, projects, and staff training under the guidance of the Records Manager.  

To learn more about the role, please review the role description here.  

Essential requirements 

• Certificate IV in Business (Records & Information Management) or a minimum of 3 years' experience in reviewing and managing archived records.  
• Obtain and maintain a Negative Vetting 1 Security clearance.  
• Must possess the ability to safely and efficiently handle boxes weighing between 5 kg and 10 kg, as this responsibility may be required on a daily basis. Physical fitness and the capability to perform these duties are essential.   
• Requirement to work onsite at the CSO Office, located at 60-70 Elizabeth Street, Sydney, five days a week. Please note that the office will be relocating to Parkline Place, 252 Pitt Street, Sydney, in July 2026. 

How to apply: 

For your application to be considered, you must submit your application online and include:  

• An updated resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role 

The selection process may include a range of assessment techniques to assist hiring managers in determining your suitability for the role.  

You can request adjustments throughout each step of the recruitment process. If you require any adjustments or alternative formats to participate in the process, please contact Margaret Ters, Talent Acquisition Partner on 0427 413 924 or email Margaret.Ters@cso.nsw.gov.au to further discuss.  

A Talent pool may be created from this recruitment action for ongoing and temporary roles for this role or similar roles that may become available over the next 18 months. 

Closing date: Sunday, 11 May 2025 (AEST 7:59PM) 

Recruitment enquiries: Margaret Ters, Talent Acquisition Partner, margaret.ters@cso.nsw.gov.au, 0427 413 924   

Why work for CSO?  

The NSW Crown Solicitors Office (CSO) provides high-quality and cost-effective legal services to the NSW Government and its agencies. As a trusted legal advisor to the NSW Government, our principal role is to advise and represent agencies so that they can deliver policies, programs and projects in a lawful, effective and efficient manner. 

We act with integrity and professional independence, guided by the government sector's core values. We are focussed on providing excellent client service and promoting a culture of continuous improvement. We also provide our people with opportunities to learn, develop and adapt within an inclusive and supportive environment. 

For more information about the CSO, click here. 

Our commitment to leave benefits 

We have generous leave provisions available for our employees that acknowledge individual preferences and responsibilities including:  

• Up to 20 days recreation leave and up to 18 days flex leave per annum
• 20 days purchased leave annually
• Inclusive paid parental leave provisions of up to 16 weeks (14 weeks + 2 bonus weeks) which can be taken flexibly within the first 24 months to support the birth, adoption, altruistic surrogacy or permanent out-of-home care placement of a child 
• Study time up to 4 hours per week  
• Extended Leave of up to 44 days after 10 years or up to 30.8 days after 7 years of service.   

How we support health & wellbeing: 

• We offer an employee assistance program to support the wellbeing of employees in the workplace and in their personal lives, which also extends to family members
• Coaching services are available for people leaders and executives to learn and implement best practices to manage their team’s wellbeing
• We offer an annual Flu Vaccination program
• We provide access to the Fitness Passport program – a discounted workplace health and fitness program available to staff and their families  

CSO's commitment to diversity

At CSO, we believe a diverse and inclusive workforce contributes to the success of our organisation and we are committed to ensuring that our workforce reflects our diverse community. 

We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, the LGBTQIA+ community, culturally and linguistically diverse people, veterans and other diverse communities.