Position Information

Position Title

Privacy Officer

Research Project

Department/Unit

President's Office

Location

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Posting Number

S251-26

Employee Group

DPMG

Position Type

Regular, On-Going

Duration of Contract (if applicable)

Employment Type

Full Time

Full-time Equivalency (FTE)

1.0

Salary

$82,887 - $111,181 per annum

Classification

ADM-07

Provisional Statement

This is a provisional classification. Formal regular review classification procedures may be initiated at any time by the incumbent or supervisor after the incumbent has worked a minimum of six months in the role.

About Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.

Job Summary

Reporting to General Counsel, the Privacy Officer is responsible for the development, oversight and administration of Dalhousie University’s privacy policies, procedures and protocols and for the administration of requests for access under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPOP).

The Privacy

Officer role requires the ability to independently manage priorities and resources (includes supervision) with minimal oversight.

The Privacy

Officer supervises and delegates work to the Access and Privacy Specialist.

Key Responsibilities

- Administers the University’s responsibilities in responding to requests for access under the FOIPOP – receiving and evaluating applications.
- Reviews and provides advice to departments and units concerning the completion of privacy impact analysis on current and revised initiatives, applications, infrastructure and programs.
- Administers the process to facilitate the University’s reporting requirements under the Personal Information International Disclosure Protection Act.




- Develops and delivers education and training for university faculty and staff in relation to the University’s privacy obligations and best practices.
- Develops best practices, guidelines and protocols in relation to the management of personal information to support the activities and programs across campus (including personal health information).
- Work collaboratively with Legal Counsel, Information Technology Services and other units as required to respond to and provide advice regarding privacy breaches or incidents.

Note The successful applicant will be eligible for hybrid work (combination of in-person work on campus and remote work from within Nova Scotia) as agreed by all parties based on operational requirements and university guidelines.

Required Qualifications

- Undergraduate degree in Law, Public Administration, Information Management, or a related field, plus five to seven years’ progressive experience in privacy, access to information, compliance, governance, legal, risk management (or an equivalent combination of training and experience).
- Experience conducting or advising on Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and privacy compliance reviews.
- Strong analytical skills, high attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Solid experience in working with sensitive and confidential information.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a complex and multi-stakeholder environment.

Assets

- Certified Information Privacy Professional (CIPP).
- Master’s degree in relevant field.
- Experience in working in a post-secondary setting.

Job Competencies The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies, in particular:

- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Respect & Inclusion
- Thinking and Acting Strategically
- Relationship Building
- Service





Additional Information Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.

Application Consideration

Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.

We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.

Diversity Statement

Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi’kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above.

For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please review our Employment Equity information.

If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed here.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies

1

Open Date

08/06/2026

Close Date

08/20/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Special Instructions to Applicant

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://dal.peopleadmin.ca/postings/21944

📌 Privacy Officer (Halifax Regional Municipality)
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