Records, Information, and Privacy Coordinator Job in Prince George, BC

RECORDS, INFORMATION AND PRIVACY COORDINATOR

The Regional District’s administrative office is located in Prince George, in North Central, BC on the unceded ancestral lands of the Lheidli T’enneh. Prince George is an urban regional centre that offers a wide range of education, health, and outdoor recreation amenities. We are a local government that delivers a wide range of services to people living in seven electoral areas and four member municipalities.

The Regional District has an opening in the Corporate Services Department for a Records, Information and Privacy Coordinator. Reporting to the General Manager of Legislative and Corporate Services (Corporate Officer), 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.

This position will also administer the organization’s Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy program. The Supervisor acts as the Freedom of Information (FOI) Coordinator and responds to requests for access to records and requests made under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

The Coordinator 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 position 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 Experience

•Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by education or training in local government administration, records management, privacy management, and the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, 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 through a flex time program and other opportunities.

The salary range for this position is $76,750 – $99,140 (2025 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 – www.rdffg.bc.ca.

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 Thursday January 30, 2025.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interview will be contacted.

For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://rdffg.prevueaps.ca/jobs/25994-12800.html