Supervisor of Records, Information, and Privacy

Supervisor of Records, Information and PrivacyThe Regional District's administrative office is in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation. We are a local government that delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities.A permanent full-time position is available in the Corporate Services Department for a Supervisor of Records, Information and Privacy. Reporting to the General Manager of Legislative and Corporate Services, this exempt position is responsible for the Regional District's records, and information management program, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) requirements and requests, privacy management and related organizational training.The position has a pivotal role in advancing the organization's implementation of a new Electronic Document and Records Management System (EDRMS) and supports the overall development, application, and maintenance of the centralized Records Management Program. It also will regularly collaborate with other departments to develop and improve information governance practices and provide advice, training, and guidance to the management team, staff, and volunteer Fire Chiefs on FOIPPA and records management policies, procedures, and compliance. The Supervisor acts as the Freedom of Information (FOI) Coordinator and with the support of a Records Management Corporate Services Assistant will handle information requests, interpret, and apply FOIPPA regulations, review and analyze complex data for release, and make recommendations. Additionally, the role involves assisting in drafting and reviewing Privacy Impact Assessments.Qualifications and ExperienceCompletion of Grade 12 supplemented by education in Local Government Administration, Records Management, and Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy, or equivalent combination of training and experience.Minimum of two (2) years progressive experience in the records and information management field, preferably in a local government or public sector environment.Ability to interpret and apply the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and familiarity with the Local Government Management Association's (LGMA) Records Management Manual would be an asset. The Regional District of Fraser-Fort George offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package, pension plan, and opportunities for professional career growth, along with support for work life balance for its employees.The salary range for this position is $77,314 - $96,720 (2024 rate) and will be commensurate with education and years of experience. We invite you to join our dynamic team and contribute to the Regional District's ongoing efforts to service excellence and the advancement of our records, privacy, and information management practices. To find out more about the requirements of this exciting career opportunity visit the Careers page of our website - . Please forward your cover letter and resume in confidence through the online posting. This posting will remain open until filled, but a review of applications will begin after 4:00 pm on Monday, April 15, 2024. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.