Privacy Officer - Halifax, Canada - Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University

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Halifax, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Description

Position Details:

Position Information
Position Title
Privacy Officer

Department/Unit

President's Office

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S19623

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

Salary
- $74,183 - $99,507 per annum

Classification

ADM07

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role._

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada's leading researchintensive university and a driver of the region's intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purposedriven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to General Counsel, the Privacy Officer is responsible for the development, oversight and administration of Dalhousie University's privacy policies, procedures and protocols and for the administration of requests for access under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPOP). The Privacy Officer role requires the ability to independently manage priorities and resources (includes supervision) with mínimal oversight. The Privacy Officer supervises and delegates work to the Access and Privacy Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

Administers the process to facilitate the University's reporting requirements under the _Personal Information International Disclosure Protection Act._
Develops and delivers education and training for university faculty and staff in relation to the University's privacy obligations and best practices.
Develops best practices, guidelines and protocols in relation to the management of personal information to support the activities and programs across campus (including personal health information).
Work collaboratively with Legal Counsel, Information Technology Services and other units as required to respond to and provide advice regarding privacy breaches or incidents.

Note

The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Dalhousie's vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination.

However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.

Required Qualifications

Undergraduate degree in a relevant field, with approximately seven years' related experience (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
Training and knowledge of privacy and access to information laws and regulations.
Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Solid experience in working with sensitive and confidential information.
Ability to work collaboratively in a complex and multistakeholder environment.

Assets

Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP).
Master's degree in relevant field.
Experience in working in a postsecondary setting.

Job Competencies
Self-Awareness & Professionalism

Respect & Inclusion
Thinking and Acting Strategically
Relationship Building
Service

Additional Information

Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program._

Application Consideration

Diversity Statement