Records Manager - 20831
1
National
All
Staff Grade 6
Permanent
Full Time
Knowledge & Information Management
£46,374
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Records Manager (RM) to lead the business in the effective and appropriate management of our records from creation through to disposal, ensuring our information is safeguarded and well governed.
The team supports and advises staff on managing their physical and digital records holdings in accordance with our information management policies, in line with legislation. You will own the relationship with our senior RM Champion, and you will be expected to use a range of influencing and stakeholder engagement skills to build the understanding and appreciation for good records management across the business using the network of 700+ RM leads and co-ordinators as the mechanism to ensure compliance.
As the Departmental Records Officer (DRO) you will work closely with The National Archives, Cross Government Groups and other external partners. Internally, you will be a core member of the Defra Information Management Group and you will work closely with our Knowledge Management and IT colleagues to help shape, develop and implement new ways of working, utilising new technologies, across the business.
The team supports and advises staff on managing their physical and digital records holdings in accordance with our information management policies, in line with legislation. You will own the relationship with our senior RM Champion, and you will be expected to use a range of influencing and stakeholder engagement skills to build the understanding and appreciation for good records management across the business using the network of 700+ RM leads and co-ordinators as the mechanism to ensure compliance.
As the Departmental Records Officer (DRO) you will work closely with The National Archives, Cross Government Groups and other external partners. Internally, you will be a core member of the Defra Information Management Group and you will work closely with our Knowledge Management and IT colleagues to help shape, develop and implement new ways of working, utilising new technologies, across the business.
The Records Management team consisting of 3 staff members, is part of the Knowledge and Information Management team in Data and Information and within the Chief Operating Officer’s Directorate. The team develops and implements organisational wide policies to promote records management best practice, report organisational compliance, provides advice and guidance, and delivers tools and training courses.
You’ll need to demonstrate excellent leadership and influencing skills, effectively partnering with a diverse range of customers to achieve key records management outcomes.
You’ll need to show evidence of how you have supported policy / process development through to implementation and negotiated successful business outcomes with customers and partners.
You’ll have a good track record of successful process development, sound business and/or legislative knowledge and a clear focus on quality and innovation.
You’ll need a good understanding of IT related processes and procedures. Experience of SharePoint as a working environment would be desirable.
You'll have excellent communications skills, and be able to build a wide range of relationships both internally and externally.
You’ll need to show evidence of how you have supported policy / process development through to implementation and negotiated successful business outcomes with customers and partners.
You’ll have a good track record of successful process development, sound business and/or legislative knowledge and a clear focus on quality and innovation.
You’ll need a good understanding of IT related processes and procedures. Experience of SharePoint as a working environment would be desirable.
You'll have excellent communications skills, and be able to build a wide range of relationships both internally and externally.
For further details please contact: Sally Williams, Knowledge and Information Manager on 07789 615726 or by email: sally.williams@environment-agency.gov.uk
You can also download the candidate information pack for further information.
Post-covid, a limited amount of travel may be required for team meetings with the usual locations being Bristol and Birmingham.
Online Interviews, via MS Teams are expected to take place in the week beginning 7th February.
You can also download the candidate information pack for further information.
Post-covid, a limited amount of travel may be required for team meetings with the usual locations being Bristol and Birmingham.
Online Interviews, via MS Teams are expected to take place in the week beginning 7th February.
24/01/2022, 23:55 hours
Basic Check
Delivers Results Through Others
Harnesses the team to deliver results on time, to required standards and in line with organisational processes and procedures.
Legislative Knowledge
Applies a knowledge of statutory environmental and technical requirements to protect both the Environment Agency and the environment
Customer and Partner Relations
Consults and collaborates with Customers and Partners effectively through awareness raising, education and combined projects, ensuring buy-in to initiatives and the beneficial promotion of the Environment Agency’s duties and policies.
Achieves Results
Sets and delivers high work standards, demonstrates the drive to meet targets.
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
Prioritises and organises tasks and resources to ensure timely achievement of results
If you are applying from the Civil Service please note that the Environment Agency is not a part of HM Civil Service and you would not be a Crown Servant in the event of being appointed. Therefore, you will not be eligible for continuous service. For applicants who currently work in local government or other bodies listed in the Redundancy Payments (Continuity of Employment in Local Government etc) (Modification) Order 1999, you may be eligible for continuous service for the purpose of calculating any future redundancy payment. If you are unsure of your status then you should contact your own HR Team.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
We are fully committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce to reflect the communities we serve. We welcome flexible working patterns for all our vacancies, including job share, so please include clearly any information regarding your preferred working arrangements on your application.
We also have a Guaranteed Interview Policy to support those with a disability who are seeking employment. We have committed to guaranteeing an interview to anyone with a disability whose application meets the minimum criteria for the post.
The Environment Agency, as a Non-Departmental Public Body, is committed to providing value for money and utilises Central Government frameworks and contracts for all external recruitment needs. For this reason, we are unable to engage with the market directly through post, email or phone calls . Should you wish to become a support supplier on one of these frameworks or contracts please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/become-a-crown-commercial-service-supplier/becoming-a-supplier-through-the-crown-commercial-service-what-you-need-to-know for more information.
This Vacancy is closed to applications.