Senior Information Records & Archives Officer

Senior Records & Archives Officer

City Chambers

Salary: £46,023 – £54,476
Hours: 36 per week, 52 weeks

This post will lead and coordinate the effective delivery of the Council’s archives and records management function, supporting the continuous development and implementation of a consistent, robust, Council-wide multidisciplinary information governance framework of policies, procedures, training and guidance.

Through this framework, as well as via project work and bespoke advice and support, they will help ensure that the Council meets its statutory obligations under public records legislation, including associated codes of practice and professional record-keeping standards.

You won’t do this alone, being the senior officer in a 10+ strong Records & Archives Team. You will support colleagues with expert advice, triage issues, and deputise for the Council’s Information Asset Manager.

You will serve as the senior lead for the Council’s Records & Archives Team, responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive policies, processes, and standards, working with a wider team to ensure compliance with Scotland’s public records legislation.

You will manage archival collections and public access, including a preservation program and disaster preparedness, and oversee the Council’s statutory Records Management Plan and its records retention schedules.

On a day-to-day basis, your key responsibilities will include:

• overseeing the Edinburgh City Archives public access service, including search room and volunteer management, and triaging enquiries
• providing expert guidance, support, and training across the Council on records management issues and topics
• initiating and leading outreach efforts to connect stakeholders, partners, and the wider community with the historic records in the City Archives through events, digital engagement, and tailored communications
• conducting or contributing to information governance audits and assessments