Information Access & Privacy (IAP) Services is an integrated unit that provides access and privacy services to government departments. In addition to providing client departments with operational advice and guidance on access and privacy issues, the Unit also promotes a culture that supports openness and transparency. Specifically, you’ll manage the processes as outlined in the Act, will make recommendations on FOIPOP applications and will represent the client department(s) on requests for reviews of departmental decisions by the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) of Nova Scotia. You are also responsible for managing requests under departmental Routine Access policies, as well as facilitating pro‑active disclosure where appropriate. You will provide operational advice and guidance, including training and education, to client departments in matters regarding access and privacy and also promote a culture that supports openness and transparency. As a member of a corporate team, you contribute to the overall operations of the Unit and will keep abreast of current trends in other jurisdictions. You are committed to a work culture that supports other IAP team members to ensure cross training, skills development, and excellence in client service. To be successful in this role, you will have a bachelor’s degree in a related discipline (i.e. Business, the Social Sciences, the Arts and Humanities, or studies related to Information Management) and at least two years of experience in a policy environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. You will have a sound knowledge of access and privacy legislation and a thorough working knowledge of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the Privacy Review Officer Act (PROA),and the Personal Information International Disclosure Protection Act. Awareness of privacy processes,



for example management of privacy breaches or complaints, is also needed in this position. Experience developing and delivering training will be considered an asset. Conceptual Thinking, Strategic Orientation, Outcome Focus, Initiative, Effective Interactive Communication, Partnering & Relationship Building and Intercultural & Diversity Proficiency. The Government of Nova Scotia offers its employees a wide range of perks such as a Defined Ben Defined Benefit Pension Plan efit Pension Plan , Health, Dental, Life Insurance, General illness, Short and Long Term Disability, Vacation and Employee and Family Assistance Programs. We have one term opportunity available in Halifaxwith a projected end date of October 5, 2028. Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career. We have forward-thinking policies and strategies. A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus. Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under‑represented. If you are a member of one of these equity groups, you are encouraged to self‑identify on your electronic application. If you are receiving a pension from the Nova Scotia Public Service Superannuation Plan (PSSP) or any related plans, you cannot receive pension payments while contributing to the same plan. If you accept a position that requires PSSP contributions, your pension payments must be stopped. Please contact the Nova Scotia Pension Services Corporation for more information.

📌 Information Access and Privacy Officer (Halifax Regional Municipality)
🏢 The Government of Nova Scotia
📍 Halifax Regional Municipality