Manager, Access to Information & Privacy

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Overview

Are you an experienced lawyer with expertise in privacy or administrative law? WorkSafeBC's Law & Policy division is seeking a lawyer who will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and management of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy department and the establishment, maintenance and ongoing assessment of our privacy management program.

As Manager, Access to Information and Privacy, you'll ensure WorkSafeBC's compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the effective delivery of quality, customer-focused services to our clients.

How you'll make a difference : You'll ensure WorkSafeBC is serving stakeholders across B.C. effectively

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'll work primarily from our Richmond office, with some flexibility to work from your home in B.C.

What you'll do

As Manager, Access to Information and Privacy, you will:

Provide expert legal advice and guidance to our Board of Directors, President, executive, managers and all staff regarding WorkSafeBC's duties under FIPPA, and on access and privacy law in general
Manage assigned staff to effectively plan and deliver services to facilitate WorkSafeBC's compliance with FIPPA
Develop and implement FIPPA compliance policies, privacy breach protocols, and corporate-wide training programs
Perform risk assessments with regard to WorkSafeBC's compliance with FIPPA and its privacy management program, including legal analysis to conduct complex privacy impact assessments in compliance with FIPPA
Act as a contact and liaison with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) and conduct mediations and hearings before the OIPC
Work with the Information Technology department and, in particular, IT Security and Risk Management, to ensure that data collection, protection, storage, and disclosure complies with FIPPA

Is this a good fit for you?

We're looking for someone who can:

Clearly and accurately prepare, present, and communicate details and complex information orally and in writing to a variety of internal and external clients with varying levels of understanding
Create a supportive work environment in the department by ensuring effective communication and promoting teamwork
Bring a client-focused, service-oriented approach to providing services to clients
Interact in a confident, professional and objective manner, influence others to comply with policies and procedures, and maintain collaborative relationships with management, peers, and clients

Your background and experience

A law degree in privacy law or an administrative field
A member of good standing with the Law Society of BC
A minimum of five years of recent experience in a privacy or access to information-related role
Management experience is an asset

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
Benefits package that includes customizable options for health care and dental benefits, additional days off, and a health care spending account
Optional leave arrangements
Development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, leadership development, and more)

Salary: $116,185 - $141,165/annually

Learn more: Find out what we offer .

Want to apply?

Applications are welcomed immediately; however, they must be received by 4:30 p.m. PST on the closing date.
We encourage all qualified applicants to apply . If you require accommodation during the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.
Please note that we will be starting assessments before the closing date.

Learn more: Read up on what you need to know before you apply and find talent acquisition contact information on WSN.

About WorkSafeBC

Who are we? We’re a team of more than 3,000 people, working together across 15 offices in the Lower Mainland, Vancouver Island, and B.C.’s interior. Our vision is to keep British Columbians free from workplace injury, disease, and death. And our work reflects our values: service, integrity, accountability, partnership, and innovation. At WorkSafeBC, we’re dedicated to promoting safe and healthy workplaces across B.C. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work-related injuries or diseases do occur, we provide compensation, and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We also work diligently to sustain our workers’ compensation system today and for future generations. We’re honoured to serve the almost 2.3 million workers and 235,000 employers in our province. What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC? It’s challenging, stimulating, and hugely rewarding. Our positions offer tremendous diversity and excellent 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 benefits Being part of WorkSafeBC means being part of a strong, committed team. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package may include vacation, optional leave arrangements, health care and dental benefits, and contributions toward your retirement pension. As a member of our team, you'll have access to services and benefits that can help you get the most out of work — and life.