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Job Description The Privacy and Information Access Lead ensures compliance with Alberta's access to information and privacy legislation. This position is responsible for implementing, maturing, and operating NAIT's access to information and privacy management program. Under ATIA, this position will handle all access to information requests (including corresponding with the applicant, collecting records, applying statutory exemptions, and disclosing within legislated timelines) by providing expert advice, navigating complex and sensitive matters and serving as the operational lead for regulatory engagement.
Key Responsibilities Major Responsibilities and Estimated Time Allocation:
Action access to information requests (35%)
Develop and implement privacy compliance program (25%)
Provide expert advice and education (15%)
Lead or coordinate privacy breach responses and regulatory engagement (5%)
Develop policies, procedures, and educational modules (20%)
Skills & Abilities In-depth knowledge of Alberta's ATIA, POPA, FOIP and related regulations Awareness of Canada's Privacy Act, Access to Information Act, and related regulations Extensive knowledge of privacy-by-design frameworks, access to information processes,



risk management and administrative law principles
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g. law, information management, public administration, privacy, risk or a related discipline) Professional privacy certification (e.g. IAPP from the University of Alberta preferred, CIPP/C considered) or equivalent demonstrated experience. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Applicants with education credentials earned outside of Canada should have their credentials evaluated by World Education Services (WES), International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or the Comparative Education Services (CES).
Remuneration Remuneration: Refer to salary range noted on this posting, plus a comprehensive benefits package. The compensation range for this job posting is : $84,655.22 - $112,153.60 NAIT is committed to a transparent, fair, and human-centered hiring experience. All candidates are assessed directly by our recruitment and hiring teams.
About NAIT We are known as one of Alberta’s top employers. Being part of a community that makes a difference in the lives of students, staff, industry clients and partners, NAIT’s culture reflects our shared values of respect, collaboration, celebration, creativity, and accountability. People are what make NAIT great, and we prioritize the employee experience.
Benefits For eligible positions,



we offer benefits and unique perks focusing on health and wellness, work-life balance, recognition, and professional and personal growth.
In addition to excellent vacation time, eligible employees receive paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s.
NAIT supports a flexible work environment, enabling staff to request approval for on-campus, off-site, or hybrid work arrangements based on the nature of the role.
Please note that remote positions require employees to reside within Canada.
Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion NAIT is committed to fostering a safe environment that supports equity and cultivates inclusion through our Centre for Community and Belonging (CCB) and our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Strategy. We are a proud partner of the Canadian Centre for Diversity and Inclusion.
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We're committed to creating a workplace that fuels passion, values inclusion, supports wellbeing, and encourages continuous growth. Our culture is grounded in respect, collaboration, creativity, celebration, and accountability. When you join NAIT, you become part of a community dedicated to making a meaningful difference for students, colleagues, industry partners, and the broader community.
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📌 Privacy & Information Access Lead, General Counsel Services (Alberta)
🏢 Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
📍 Alberta