New Job Admn O 18R - 21R - Foi Analyst (Developmental) In British Columbia

ADMN O 18R - 21R - FOI Analyst (Developmental)
ADMN O 18R - 21R - FOI Analyst (Developmental)

ADMN O 18R - 21R - FOI Analyst (Developmental)

Company : Jobssummary / Indeed
Salary : $56,033–$63,565 a year
Location : British Columbia

Full Description

Posting Title
ADMN O 18R - 21R - FOI Analyst (Developmental)
Position Classification
Administrative Officer R21
Union
GEU
Location
Abbotsford, BC V2S 1H4 CA
Campbell River, BC V9W 6Y7 CA
Cranbrook, BC V1C 7G5 CA
Fort Nelson, BC V0C 1R0 CA
Hope, BC V0X 1L0 CA
Kamloops, BC V2H 1B7 CA
Kelowna, BC V1Z 2S9 CA
Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
Nanaimo, BC V9T 6L8 CA
Nelson, BC V1L 6K1 CA
Prince George, BC V2N4P7 CA
Smithers, BC V0J 2N0 CA
Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA
Vancouver, BC V6B 0N8 CA
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA
Williams Lake, BC V2G 5M1 CA
Salary Range
Administrative Officer 18: $56,032.51 - $63,565.27 annually Administrative Officer 21: $60,998.61- $69,422.06 annually
Close Date
11/29/2022
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Citizens' Services
Ministry Branch / Division
CIRMO/IAO
Job Summary

Freedom of Information Analyst (Developmental)
Administrative Officer R18 - R21

This posting is to establish an eligibility list for future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
Applicants will be appointed to the appropriate classification level based on their qualifications.

We offer flexible work arrangements, including the opportunity to volunteer to telework (with conditions) as set out in applicable employer policies. The locations listed above are to assist applicants in searching for this opportunity. This position may be performed in other approved locations within the province of BC. For specific information about a location, applicants should contact the hiring manager.

On November 1, 2021 the BC Public Service announced the COVID-19 Vaccination Policy that defines the conditions and expectations for BC Public Service employees regarding vaccination against COVID-19. Among other possible measures, proof of vaccination will be required. It is a term of acceptance of employment that you agree to comply with all vaccination requirements that apply to the public service. More information can be found here.

Bring your strong analytical and sound decision making abilities to this important role

The Ministry:

Dedicated to making life better for British Columbians, the Ministry of Citizens’ Services (CITZ) delivers key services that people rely on. CITZ delivers accessible, multi-channel services, through a single-point-of-contact service approach to people in urban and rural communities through Service BC, and delivers the digital face of government at www.gov.bc.ca. CITZ also provides support for the expansion of high-speed internet connectivity throughout the province, leadership across government to modernize information management and technology resources, trusted data services to government agencies, prompt and relevant responses to freedom of information requests, and statistical and economic research, information and analysis to businesses and the public sector. In addition, the Ministry manages the Province’s real estate assets, technology systems and equipment, and leverages procurement to increase business opportunities and create rewarding jobs that contribute to local economies and benefit individuals, families, and communities.

A service-focused organization, CITZ strives to be a great place to work, where all employees feel both engaged and motivated to do their best.

The Division:

Reporting through the Office of Government’s Chief Information Officer, the Corporate Information and Record Management Office (CIRMO) is the central agency responsible for leading and enabling modern information management (IM) across the BC Public Service, including privacy, access, and records management. CIRMO defines effective government IM through strategies, legislation, policies, and standards. CIRMO enables ministries and public bodies by delivering IM operations and training, and by providing tools to assess compliance.

CIRMO promotes effective privacy and access across government by providing leadership to assist both the public and private sectors to adhere to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) and Personal Information and Protection Act, respectively. FOIPPA provides individuals a right to access their own personal information held by public bodies, as well as general information about government operations, programs, and services. CIRMO has a lead role in ensuring government meets its legislated responsibilities regarding access to information, including coordinating responses to recommendations made by the Information and Privacy Commissioner.

CIRMO is also responsible for leading and supporting the BC Public Service in the transformation to digital records management. This transformation includes transition to the digital storage of information and archiving government’s information of permanent value in a digital archive, as required by the Information Management Act (IMA). CIRMO works with the Digital Investment Office to ensure IM projects align with government’s vision for modernized IM. CIRMO values the user experience and continually seeks to improve its citizen and government-facing operations through service design and agile approaches to modernizing our services.

The Position:

The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIPPA) enables the public to request and obtain copies of records held by B.C. government ministries or the Office of the Premier, when those records are not routinely available. Within the Ministry of Citizens' Services, the Information Access Operations (IAO) branch has a lead role in ensuring government meets its legislated responsibilities with regard to the FOIPPA. Staff at IAO carry out the day-to-day work of providing timely responses to freedom of information (FOI) requests. This includes helping citizens through the request process, working with ministries to ensure consistency and compliance with FOI requirements, publishing responses to general FOI requests, and providing records management support to ministries, crown corporations and agencies.

This job profile is a developmental position consisting of the FOI Analyst at Grid 18 and a Senior FOI Analyst at Grid 21. Successful candidates can be placed at a level that is commensurate with their level of experience and skill. The difference between the FOI Analyst and the Senior FOI Analyst is the complexity, scope and sensitivity of the requests handled; a greater requirement for appeal mediation, and a more in-depth understanding of the FOIPPA and other related legislation.

The capital of British Columbia, Victoria is a beautiful city, with stunning beaches and harbours, and a variety of provincial parks to explore. Located on Vancouver Island, Victoria offers a bustling downtown scene and has a wide range of restaurants and entertainment venues to choose from.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

For information about the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service please visit: Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service - Province of British Columbia (gov.bc.ca).

For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact [email protected]. DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. For more information about how to complete your job application, add/edit your resume and for more useful tips when applying for jobs, please refer to the Your Job Application page on the MyHR website. If you are still experiencing technical difficulty applying for a competition, please send an e-mail to [email protected], before the stated closing time, and we will respond as soon as possible to assist you.

NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition.

Job Requirements:
In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience as outlined below:

JOB OVERVIEW (FOI ANALYST – GRID 18)
Responds to access and privacy requests, working to find practical and equitable solutions within the parameters of FOIPPA and makes recommendations on the release of information and the protection of privacy for a ministry, a pod of ministries or a caseload of ministry clients.

Education:

  • Degree in Information Management, Public Administration or a directly-related discipline and 1 year experience performing analytical work OR;
  • Diploma in Information Management, Public Administration or a directly-related discipline and 2 years’ experience performing analytical work OR;
  • An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be considered.

Experience:

  • Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and directives (examples include: policies and laws of the provincial, federal, or municipal governments).
  • Experience in negotiation, mediation, and/or conflict resolution.

Preference may be given to applicants who have one (1) or more of the following:

  • Direct experience in interpreting freedom of information / privacy or similar legislation.
  • Experience in managing caseloads.
  • Experience working in a high-volume customer service environment.

JOB OVERVIEW (SENIOR FOI ANALYST – GRID 21)
In addition to all accountabilities performed by the FOI Analyst, the Senior FOI Analyst responds to more complex and high-profile requests, represents clients in the appeal mediation process and negotiates the resolution of outstanding reviews with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) for a ministry, a pod of ministries or a caseload of ministry clients.

Education:

  • Degree in Information Management, Public Administration or a directly-related discipline and 2 years’ experience performing analytical work OR;
  • Diploma in Information Management, Public Administration or a directly-related discipline and 3 years’ experience performing analytical work OR;
  • An equivalent combination of education/training and experience may be considered.

Experience:

  • Experience interpreting and applying legislation, policies and directives (examples include: policies and laws of the provincial, federal, or municipal governments).
  • Experience in negotiation, mediation, and/or conflict resolution.
  • Experience working on complex, multi-party Freedom of Information (FOI) requests.

Preference may be given to applicants who have one (1) or more of the following:

  • Direct experience in interpreting freedom of information / privacy or similar legislation.
  • Experience in managing caseloads.
  • Experience working in a high-volume customer service environment.

Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profile located in the Additional Information section at the bottom of the posting.

A Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Cover Letter: NO - Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

Resume: YES - Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

Questionnaire (BASIC): YES - As part of the application process, you will be prompted to complete an online questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

Job Category
Administrative Services