Privacy Analyst

Job Information

Job Title: Privacy Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 55809

Ministry: Technology & Innovation

Location: Remote across Alberta

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: April 16, 2024

Classification: Program Services 2

$2,345.14 to $3,076.28 bi-weekly ($61,208 to $80,290/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

Technology and Innovation is responsible for making innovation and technology the driving force behind Alberta’s economic growth and diversification. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.aspx .

The passionate and solutions focused people that we hire help us to drive vital programs and services that affect Albertans. Whatever your position is here, you will be a part of something great. Join us!

Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity in a fast paced, team-oriented environment? Would you like to take your analytical and collaboration skills to the next level? If yes, then this position will be a great opportunity for you.

Technology and Innovation is responsible for the administration of part 2 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act). In addition, the Data, Privacy, and Innovation Division delivers the privacy program for all Government of Alberta departments and some of their agencies, boards, and commissions.

Reporting to the Manager, Privacy Services, you will work as a member of a team delivering protection of privacy services in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, and processes to enable compliance with the FOIP Act. Responsibilities include conducting low complexity investigations, responding to low complexity requests for advice and assisting Senior Privacy Advisors on medium/high complexity privacy files. You will consult with clients internally and externally, identify and resolve issues, and so much more!

Key Responsibilities Include

• Supports Privacy Services in ensuring adherence to the protection of privacy and security provisions under Part 2 of the FOIP Act associated with the collection, use and disclosure of personal information:
• Prepares routine privacy files.
• Responds to general privacy complaints received and supports the investigation process.
• Provides information to the client ministry on Personal Information Banks and Schedule 1 Public Body listings.
• Assists the Senior Privacy Advisor and/or Manager on complex privacy advice questions, privacy breach investigations and privacy risk assessments completed under Part 2 of the FOIP Act.

• Analyzes and compiles relevant reference material for internal and external stakeholders concerning privacy legislation and research that supports the application of the FOIP provisions:
• Provides written and verbal summary analysis of legal advice, consultation advice, and program/business area advice to the Senior Privacy Advisors and/or Manager.
• Ensures documentation and Privacy Services decision-making records meet the GoA information and records management standards. (Electronic and Hardcopy).
• Prepares reporting and statistical analyzes of Privacy Services files.
• Understands the situation, question, and business context.
• Other related duties as assigned by management.
  
  
Your success in this position is built on well-developed research and analytical skills, attention to detail and good verbal and written communication skills. It would also be enhanced by awareness of access and privacy legislation and government operations, programs and services. Proficient organizational and time management skills are required to work independently and in a team setting. The ability to build strong relationships with clients and peers and to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities within tight timelines is essential.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This Link Will Assist You With Understanding Competencies

https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf .


• Agility: Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, manage resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
• Systems Thinking: The work done within the APS is part of a larger integrated and interrelated environment. It is important to know that work done in one part of the APS impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS. Systems thinking allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind. Creative Problem Solving: Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
  
  
Qualifications

Requirements:


• University graduation in a related field such as Business Administration, Political Science, Public Administration, Law.
• No experience required.
  
  
Equivalencies: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:


• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
  
  
Assets


• A certification in Information Access and Protection of Privacy (IAPP).
• Experience working with the Alberta FOIP Act, legislation, and regulations as it relates to collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.
• Experience researching and referencing legislation, policy, procedures, and regulations.
• Experience preparing reporting and statistical analysis.
• Experience in information privacy specific roles.
• Experience with records management, privacy and security concepts and principles.
• Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
  
  
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes


• Term of Employment: Permanent full-time position
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
• Location: Remote across Alberta
  
  
This position is eligible for remote work. You must reside in Alberta to work remotely.

Final candidates will be required to undergo security screening.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Additional Information

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans:
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) – https://www.pspp.ca
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information – https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-human-resource-directives
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
  

How To Apply

Click on the “Apply Now” button.

Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles , for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( https://canalliance.org/en/default.html ).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or a copy of the role profile, please contact Michelle Elliott at Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca .