Opportunities Information Access and Privacy (IAP) Administrator
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Job Summary
Competition # :47579
Department:Service Nova Scotia
Location:HALIFAX
Type of Employment:Term
Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG
Closing Date:21-Dec-25(Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)
About Us
Information Access & Privacy (IAP) Services is an integrated unit that provides access and privacy services to government addition to providing client departments with operational advice and guidance on access and privacy issues the Unit also promotes a culture that supports openness and transparency.
About Our Opportunity
As the IAP Administrator you are responsible for the administration of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIPOP) Act process as well as other information access and privacy (IAP) processes for the assigned client department(s).
Primary Accountabilities
You manage the processes as outlined in the Act make recommendations on FOIPOP applications and represent the client department(s) on requests for reviews of departmental decisions by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) of Nova Scotia. You are also responsible for managing requests under departmental Routine Access policies as well as facilitating pro-active disclosure where appropriate.
You provide operational advice and guidance including training and education to client departments in matters regarding access and privacy and also promote a culture that supports openness and transparency. As a member of a corporate team you contribute to the overall operations of the Unit and will keep abreast of current trends in other jurisdictions. You are committed to a work culture that supports other IAP team members to ensure cross training skills development and excellence in client service.
Qualifications and Experience
To be considered for this opportunity you have a bachelors degree in a related discipline (i.e. Business the Social Sciences the Arts and Humanities or studies related to Information Management) and at least two years of experience in a policy environment or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
You have a sound knowledge of access and privacy legislation and a thorough working knowledge of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act the Privacy Review Officer Act (PROA)and the Personal Information International Disclosure Protection Act. Awareness of Privacy Impact Assessments Research Agreementsand management of privacy breaches or complaints is also needed in this position. Your expertise will allow you to effectively research analyze and synthesize the NS Information and Privacy Commissioners recommendations those of Commissioners in other jurisdictions as well as orders and decisions of the Courts on matters related to access and privacy.
You must be able to build relationships with applicants and staff in client departments as well as negotiate mediate and resolve conflicts. A high level of diplomacy sensitivity and confidentiality is required for this position in addition to excellent communication organizational and time-management skills.
Experience developing and delivering training will be considered an asset.
The following competencies are required: Conceptual Thinking Strategic Orientation Outcome Focus Initiative Effective Interactive Communication Partnering & Relationship Building and Intercultural & Diversity Proficiency.
We will assess the above qualifications and competencies using one or more of the following tools: written examination standardized tests oral presentations interview(s) and reference checks.
Benefits
Based on the employment status and union agreement the Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of benefits such as a Defined Benefit Pension Plan Health Dental Life Insurance General illness Short and Long Term Disability Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. For information on all our Benefit program offerings click here:Benefits for government employees.
Working Conditions
Significant amount of reading and concentration are required for this work along with a considerable requirement for accuracy and attention to detail in a high-volume environment.
Additional Information
This is a term full-time vacancy based in Halifax Nova Scotia with a projected end date of March 26 2027.
What We Offer
- Career Development where you have access to career guidance tools resources and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
- Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued respected connected and tuned in. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies.
- Countless career paths.
- A dynamic client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.
Pay Grade: EC 10
Salary Range: $3108.16- $3885.22Bi-Weekly
Employment Equity Statement:
Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative at all job levels of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy and we welcome applications from Indigenous People African Nova Scotians and Other Racially Visible Persons Persons with Disabilities and Womenin occupations or positions where they are under-represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups you are encouraged to self-identify on your electronic application.
Accommodation Statement:
We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights you require an accommodation throughout the recruitment process please contact us at
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PLEASE NOTE: Candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.
Offer of employment is conditional upon the completion of all applicable background checks and confirmation of credentials the results of which must be satisfactory to the employer. We thank all applicants for the interest however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All questions and concernsmay be directed to
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