Our federal government client is seeking a ATIP Consultant to join them on contract to interpret and apply the Access to Information Act on contentious and complex documents. This will be a Hybrid role 3 days onsite, 2 days remote.
Position Details:
- Must hold valid secret clearance
- Hybrid work location
- Contract from May 2024 - Sept 2024
- Must have knowledge of and experience using APCM and APR
- Must have recent experience in the application of section 13, 15, 16, 29, 20, 21, 23, and 69 of the ATIA
Tasks:
- Review of the applicant's request for information under the Access to Information Act or Privacy Act
- Research precedent case files and determine the most appropriate course of action and select records relevant to requests
- Prepare the necessary consultations with other government departments, thirds parties, legal and other relevant stakeholders
- Perform a complete review of consultation responses and contact relevant OPIs for clarification if required or disagreement with proposed severances
- Submit a final release package for delegated authority approval
- Update Access Pro Case Management Database to document actions taken on the files
- Coordinate the defence of decisions on complaints submitted to the Information or Privacy Commissioner
- Provide advice and guidance to management including senior management, department and agencies
- Perform a detailed quality control review of all documents.