BAND 4 - Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies

Government of British Columbia; Victoria; On-site; CAD 105,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

A government organization in Victoria, Canada, is seeking a Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies. This permanent, full-time role includes leading a team focused on privacy and technology regulations. The director will be responsible for policy development and guiding the office's response to emerging challenges in information technology. Ideal candidates should possess leadership experience and a strong understanding of privacy laws. Relocation assistance may be available for successful candidates.

Benefits

Relocation assistance

Diversity-focused hiring

Qualifications

• Experience in leading teams in regulatory or compliance settings.
• Expertise in policies and frameworks related to emerging technologies.
• Strong understanding of access and privacy laws.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of professionals in information and privacy oversight.
• Provide expert advice on emerging technologies.
• Recruit team members and advance the regulatory framework.

Skills

Leadership in cross-functional teams

Regulatory framework expertise

Policy development

Knowledge of information technology

Understanding of privacy laws

Job description

Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies Band 4 – Permanent, Full-Time Starting Salary: $105,900.12 – $140,800.04 annually

The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) provides independent oversight and enforcement of BC’s access and privacy laws under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).

The Director leads a cross‑functional team of investigative, policy, and legal professionals to advance the Office’s regulatory framework, workflows, and understanding of emerging technology so that the office can quickly respond to projects, legislation, and complaints about emerging information and privacy technologies. The Director will be responsible for recruiting members of this team, commencing with a Senior Investigator and a Senior Policy Analyst within the first year.

As a member of the Senior Leadership team this position provides expert advice and direction on emerging information and privacy technologies and establishes policies/frameworks/protocols that have impact across the office and province.

We are striving to build a diverse team to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, women, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, and/or people with disabilities.

This posting is for one permanent, full‑time position. An eligibility list for similar temporary or permanent future opportunities may be established. Temporary positions may become full or part‑time, permanent status. This position is excluded from union membership. Occasional travel may be required.

Financial assistance may be offered as part of the total compensation package for successful candidate(s) that must relocate to Victoria. Relocation allowances will be in accordance with information here.

How to Apply:

DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.

To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and position requirements listed on the careers section of our website at: http://www.oipc.bc.ca/about/careers.aspx

Applicants who identify as Indigenous may choose to seek assistance with their application by accessing the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service available through the BC Public Service.

NOTE: To apply for this position, you must be eligible to work in Canada. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. For further information, please refer to the BC Public Service website.

If you have questions related to the competition process, please contact the HR team at [e-mail], quoting competition number 121938in the subject line.

Competition Number: 121938
Closing date: 12:00 pm (noon) PT, Thursday, January 22, 2026