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Apply By: Thursday, October 1, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Regional Information Management Specialist

Job ID: 248947

Posting status:

Open

Organization:

Ministry of Natural Resources

Division:

Regional Operations Division, Southern Region

City:

Peterborough

Position(s) language:

English

Job term:

1 Temporary

Job code:

17158 - Systems Officer 4

Salary:

$1,512.75 - $1,933.38 Per week*

*Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Weave Strategy into Information Systems!

In the vast landscapes of Ontario's Southern Region, where natural resources shape communities and policy guides progress, information is more than data, it's a living asset. Here, the Regional Information Management Specialist becomes a steward of knowledge, weaving together systems, standards, and strategy to ensure that every byte of information serves a purpose. From safeguarding intellectual property to enabling frontline staff with the tools they need; this role is about leadership in the quiet architecture of decision-making.

It's about building bridges between technology and people, ensuring that what we know is protected, shared, and used wisely, for today and for generations to come.

Work in a team environment, using your talents to find innovative ways to promote information and data management, where your advice and leadership will be a valuable asset to the Regional Services Section, Southern Region, Ministry of Natural Resources.

This role offers the chance to influence business practices, modernize information management standards, and collaborate across divisions. You'll work closely with senior leadership, lead projects, and provide training and guidance to ensure information is secure, accessible, and used effectively.

Want more Information?

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About the job

As a key member of the Southern Region's Regional Services Section, you'll help shape how information is used, protected, and shared across programs. This role blends leadership, strategy, and technical expertise to ensure that data serves its highest purpose, supporting informed decisions and effective service delivery. As a Regional Information Management Specialist, you will:

- lead regional planning and implementation of information management strategies, ensuring alignment with corporate standards, policies, and legislative requirements
- collaborate across divisions and ministries, frequently supporting senior leadership to identify business needs, manage information-related risks, and advance best practices in information stewardship
- identify and implement innovative tools, technologies, and automation solutions that improve information management, business processes, and service delivery
- provide leadership and expert advice to ensure information is managed as a corporate asset and is secure, accessible, usable, and protected from loss, misuse, or unauthorized disclosure, including compliance with records management and privacy requirements
- coordinate and support information governance, records management, and FOI/FIPPA-related practices by promoting adherence to information management standards, procedures, retention requirements, and quality controls

What you bring to the team

Leadership and Project Management Skills

You have:

- leadership and project management expertise to lead, coordinate, and participate in project teams supporting information management initiatives, program directives, and organizational priorities
- experience providing expert advice, training,



and change management support to promote adoption of information management standards, records management practices, and new ways of working
- proven ability to build consensus, manage competing interests, and work collaboratively with stakeholders to implement information management solutions and address business needs
- skills to lead implementation activities, coordinate resources, monitor progress, and support successful project delivery and adoption

Technical Knowledge and Skills

You have experience applying:

- information management legislation, concepts, policies, procedures, and planning processes, including records and information lifecycle management, privacy requirements, data architecture, modelling, administration, standards, quality assurance, and performance measurement
- relevant legislation and government procedures related to information governance, records management, information security, and the protection of sensitive and confidential information, including FOI/FIPPA requirements
- theory and principles of systems design and development, including business analysis, testing, implementation, and training of information management solutions
- technology solutions that support business improvement, including SharePoint Online (SPOL), Power Automate, Power BI, workflow automation, databases, GIS products, and related information management technologies.

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

You have:

- proven analytical, problem-solving, and innovation skills to assess business needs, information management risks, compliance requirements, and opportunities for cost-effective solutions that improve program and service delivery

Interpersonal and Communication Skills

You have:

- demonstrated interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills to provide clear and concise advice on records and information management, FOI/FIPPA considerations, information governance requirements, and technology-enabled solutions.
- the ability to communicate complex information management and technical concepts to diverse audiences and support informed decision-making.

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions. Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.





Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

- diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives
- accessibility
- Anti-Racism Policy

What we offer

The Ontario Public Service is one of Ontario's largest employers. Employees work for 29 ministries, with offices in more than 70 cities across the province. We offer:

- a career that can grow across ministries and job functions.
- flexible learning and developmental opportunities, including education and mentorship programs.
- many employee networks offering support for and education about underrepresented groups.
- comprehensive benefits that look after your holistic wellness needs
- base salary that aligns to market trends with scheduled salary progression
- work arrangements including opportunities like flex hours, self-funded leave and more.
- a modern, friendly, and accessible physical work environment

In addition to the province-wide benefits offered by the Ontario Public Service, this position provides a unique chance to lead without direct reports, allowing you to influence business practices and drive meaningful change. You'll collaborate across the organization, working with colleagues from various ministries and divisions to shape how information is managed and shared. The role also offers the chance to identify program needs, develop innovative solutions, and lead projects and teams that bring those ideas to life.

Additional information:

Apply by: Thursday, October 1, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Position details:

- 1 English Temporary, duration up to 9 months, 300 Water St, Peterborough, East Region

Compensation group: Ontario Public Service Employees Union

Work hours:

Schedule 6

Category:

Information Technology

Posted on:

Wednesday, September 16, 2026

Note:

- T-NR-248947/26

How to apply:

- You must apply online.
- Your cover letter and resume combined should not exceed five (5) pages. For tips and tools on how to write a concise cover letter and resume, review the Writing a Cover Letter and Resume: Tips, Tools and Resources.
- Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements for this job. We rely on the information you provide to us.
- Read the to make sure you understand this job.
- OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.
- If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please Contact Us to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team will contact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment: All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.

Exigences en matière de langue et évaluation:

Toutes les offres d'emploi externes de la fonction publique de l'Ontario (FPO) sont affichées en français et en anglais. Consultez la section « Langue du ou des postes » en haut de chaque offre d'emploi pour connaître les exigences linguistiques. Pour tous les postes, les candidats sont évalués en anglais, la langue d'affaires de la FPO. Si le poste est bilingue (anglais/français), vous devrez également passer un test de compétences linguistiques en français.

Strengthening Ontario, together

📌 Regional Information Management Specialist (Peterborough)
🏢 Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry
📍 Peterborough