Bring your policy and legislation expertise to this exciting role

The Corporate Information & Records Management Office (CIRMO) is responsible for ensuring that government information is managed, used and protected appropriately and strategically to enable better delivery of services to citizens, businesses and the public sector. The Corporate Privacy Office, within CIRMO, is the corporate office responsible for the operational and strategic activities related to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA), including the review of privacy impact assessments, provision of strategic privacy advice, development of privacy policy, training and guidance, compliance monitoring, and incident response and investigation activities related to information incidents, including privacy breaches, among other responsibilities.

The Privacy Advisor plans, develops, implements and evaluates the delivery of mandatory and discretionary privacy and information management training for government employees and contractors/service providers. The position provides legislative and corporate privacy policy interpretation to government organizations, private organizations and the general public at both the operational and strategic level. The position independently manages assigned projects and those focused on the review and revision of existing ministry programs or policy.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in public policy, business administration, communications, public administration, law, or other related degree. An equivalent combination of education/experience may be considered.
• Experience must include:
  • Design and delivery of information/education materials;
  • Training development and delivery (or public speaking);
  • Analyzing, interpreting and applying policy and legislation; and
  • Developing and maintaining relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.
    

Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the following:

• Master's degree.
• Experience with privacy and information management policy.
• Experience developing and delivering information management training.
• Completed the BC Information Privacy Certificate.
• Experience analyzing, interpreting, and applying privacy legislation (FOIPPA and PIPA) relating to the collection, use and disclosure of personal information as they apply to the provincial context.
• At least one (1) year experience managing projects and/or project components.
  

For questions regarding this position, please contact Dayna.Beuthin@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
An eligibility list may be established to fill future permanent and/or temporary vacancies across the Ministry of Citizens' Services
Remote work is allowed, this position can work up to full time from their home in British Columbia subject to an approved telework agreement. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity and are not a complete list of locations.

Working for the BC Public Service:

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How to Apply:
Your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above.

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - A resume is required as part of your application, however, it may not be used for initial shortlisting purposes.

Questionnaire: YES - You will be required to answer a standard questionnaire.

Helpful tips, videos and more regarding the application process can be found on the Your Job Application page of MyHR. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, e-mail BCPSA.Hiring.Centre@gov.bc.ca, before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible.

Additional Information:
A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located at the bottom of the posting.

Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.