BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Independent Investigations Office (IIO) is an independent, civilian-led agency that investigates police-related incidents resulting in death or serious harm to help ensure accountability and public confidence in policing. Operating independently from government in its investigations and decisions, the IIO has jurisdiction over police services and designated officers across British Columbia, including municipal police, the RCMP, and Indigenous police services. The team is committed to conducting impartial, thorough investigations that support fairness, transparency, and public trust across diverse communities.

The Role
As the Privacy Records & Policy Specialist, you will provide expert advice on privacy, information access, records management and information governance, ensuring sensitive information is handled responsibly and in accordance with legislation and organizational standards. You will develop policies and safeguards, lead research and analysis to support informed decision-making, and advise leaders and staff on complex matters while promoting transparency, accountability and the respectful handling of information. You will also supervise and support administrative staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive approach to corporate services.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Degree in Information Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and 3 years of *related experience OR:
• Diploma in Information Management, Business Administration, Public Administration or a related field and 4 years of *related experience. 

*Related experience includes:

• Experience interpreting and administering FOIPPA legislation and providing advice on policy, procedures, and guidelines.
• Experience researching, implementing or developing policy, regulation, or legislation.
• Experience in leading, planning and coordinating complex projects/assignments that have multiple delivery components while managing daily work responsibilities.
• Experience in resolving complex client issues relating to privacy, FOIPPA, and records management.
• Experience in concisely and persuasively writing a range of documents/content, including communicating sensitive information to clients.
• Experience preparing briefing notes, reports, recommendations, dashboards or other decision-support materials for senior management or Executive. 
• Experience in delivering subject matter training.

Preference may be given to applicants with:

• Experience in government records management practices using ARCS/ORCS.
• Experience providing verbal briefings to senior management and executive and making presentations.
• Experience collecting, validating, analyzing and presenting qualitative or quantitative information for planning, evaluation, performance measurement or corporate reporting. 
• Experience supervising staff, including work assignment, performance planning and leave approval. 
• Project Management experience.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Katherine.Stdenis@iiobc.ca.

About this Position:
1 Position is available.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to 2 days at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and/or permanent vacancies.
Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

Working for the BC Public Service:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire: YES - You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.