Access and Privacy Coordinator

City of Medicine Hat

$83K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field.
  • Five years of experience in public administration or commensurate education and training.
  • Working knowledge of Access to Information Act and Protection of Privacy Act.
  • Familiarity with municipal legislation and records management practices.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office; agenda management software experience is a plus.
  • Ability to secure and uphold certifications in Administrative Law and Privacy Management.
  • Privacy-related certifications (CIPP/C, CIAPP) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and support the City's access to information and privacy programs for legislative compliance.
  • Coordinate information access requests and advise on privacy best practices.
  • Identify, investigate, and mitigate privacy risks and concerns.
  • Monitor legislative changes and provide clear organizational guidance.
  • Build relationships with internal stakeholders and external regulators.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance available.
Full Job Description
Permanent | Full-time | On Site Starting at $83,240.00/year | Relocation assistance available Help strengthen public trust through responsible information access and privacy practices. As our Access and Privacy Coordinator, you will lead and support key elements of the City's access to information and privacy program, helping ensure legislative compliance, sound information practices, and responsive service to employees, applicants, and the community. What you'll do • Lead and support the City's access to information and privacy programs, ensuring compliance with applicable legislation. • Coordinate information access requests and provide guidance to departments on privacy best practices. • Identify privacy risks, investigate privacy concerns, and recommend practical solutions to protect personal information. • Monitor legislative and regulatory developments and translate changes into clear organizational guidance. • Build collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders, external regulators, and municipal partners while supporting boards, elections, and other legislative processes as required. What you bring • Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential and sensitive information. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to interpret legislation and assess risk. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across diverse stakeholder groups. • Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment. • Project management experience, with the ability to plan, coordinate, and move initiatives forward across multiple stakeholders and priorities. • A collaborative, service-oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous learning and public service excellence. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field from a recognized post-secondary institution. • Five years of related experience in public administration, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. • Working knowledge of the Access to Information Act, Protection of Privacy Act, and other privacy legislation relevant to municipalities. • Knowledge of municipal legislation, records management, administrative law, and related governance practices. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and other business software; experience with agenda management software is an asset. • Ability to obtain and maintain required certifications related to Administrative Law, Privacy Management, and Board Clerk functions. • Privacy-related certifications (CIPP/C, CIAPP) or related privacy education, as well as Local Government Administration coursework, are considered assets. #LI-KH1

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