Senior Access to Information & Privacy Officer (Lawyer)

Overview

Are you a lawyer with experience in managing and completing FOI requests, some of which are highly complex?

We have an opportunity for a skilled and motivated team player to provide advice on the application of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA), assess privacy requirements, and facilitate responses to access to information requests. You'll be responsible for ensuring that we meet our obligations under FIPPA.

Consider joining a strong, committed team who value hard work but understand the need for a healthy lifestyle. Work a Monday to Friday week and do work that matters supporting an organization whose mandate is to improve health and safety of workplaces across the province.

Where you'll work

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a model that combines the convenience of working remotely with the dynamism of working in one of our offices, based on the operational needs of the position.

In this role, you will work primarily from our Richmond office, with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.

What you'll do

As a senior access to information and privacy officer you will:

• Advise WorkSafeBC staff on the interpretation and application of FIPPA
• Represent WorkSafeBC in Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner reviews and hearings (written)
• Draft appropriate clauses for a variety of information-sharing agreements between WorkSafeBC and third parties
• Advise on responses to any privacy complaints in accordance with WorkSafeBC policies
• Conduct privacy impact assessments
• Analyze access to information requests, and prepare appropriate responses
• Develop and deliver in-house training programs related to FIPPA

Is this a good fit for you?

We're looking for someone who can:

• Independently set priorities and follow up with relevant parties to meet strict deadlines, while managing a large workload
• Give clear direction, instruction, and guidance while working with a variety of groups and individuals
• Write strong decisions by interpreting applicable law and policy
• Mediate and negotiate resolutions of access to information and/or privacy issues
• Prepare and present complex information and communicate in a clear and concise manner to diverse audiences

Your background and experience

• A university degree in law
• A member of the Law Society of British Columbia, or currently eligible for membership
• PACC/IAPP certification is an asset, but is not required
• A minimum of five years of experience in legal analysis, with well-developed writing skills and research techniques
• Working knowledge of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act or other privacy or access to information legislation is required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Important to know

Before we can finalize any offer of employment, you must:

• Successfully meet the legal requirements under the Criminal Records Review Act to work with children and/or vulnerable adults.
• Confirm you're legally entitled to work in Canada

WorkSafeBC's COVID-19 Employee Mandatory Vaccine Policy (the "Policy") is suspended effective January 9, 2023, however we reserve the right to re-implement it in response to changes in the public health landscape, including public health orders. We are committed to the protection, health, and safety of our employees and our Communicable Disease Prevention Program and related protocols remain in effect.

Who we are

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We're honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What's it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It's challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for.

Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Learn more: Discover who we are .

Our benefits

As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work - and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• Defined benefit pension plan that provides you with a lifetime monthly pension when you retire
• 4 weeks of vacation in your first year, with regular increases based on years of service
• Extensive health care and dental benefits
• YourChoice Benefit Program
• Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Learn more: Find out what we offer .

Salary: $99,086 - $120,389 /annually

Want to apply?

• In addition to your resume, please submit your most up-to-date cover letter.
• Applications are welcomed immediately, however must be received no later than 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
• Please note that we will be starting assessments prior to the closing date.

We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.

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Legal