Privacy and Information Management - Department Lead

Government of Yukon; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Yukon is seeking a Privacy and Information Management - Department Lead to guide the development of a department-wide records and information management program. This 12-month term assignment in Whitehorse requires strong leadership, project management, and collaboration to ensure timely access to the right information for stakeholders.

Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in records management initiatives, governance, and digital solutions, including SharePoint

Qualifications

• This role requires experience in developing and evaluating records and information management programs within a large government or private sector setting.
• Experience in designing and supporting digital records systems, including SharePoint Online.
• Strong communication, relationship-building and project leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of a department-wide records and information management program.
• Drive changes to connect the right information with the right people at the right time.
• Provide leadership, project management, and clear communication to multiple branches.

Skills

Records management

Information governance

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Leadership

Change management

Education

Relevant degree/qualifications

Tools

SharePoint Online

Job description

Privacy and Information Management - Department Lead - (69123)

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Term/Temporary

End Date

15 October 2027

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

75

Classification

AR14

$85,225.00 - $98,818.00

Union

YEU

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This posting is for one (1) 12-month term assignment, temporary assignments will be equally considered.

Who we are:

As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.

The role of a Community Services employee reaches across the territory. Your strong will to better your community will empower Yukoners to lead healthy, productive, and resilient lives through accessible and integrated programs.

About the branch:

Finance, Systems and Administration is a corporate branch within the department that provides senior management with direction, guidance and support services in the management and operation of financial and information systems and related administrative processes to ensure that resources are utilized effectively and efficiently in a coordinated manner.

About the job:

We are seeking an innovative professional who can lead the development of a department wide records and information management program. This opportunity to introduce fundamental changes and improvement to the department will enhance the success of each of our branches by connecting the right people with the right information at the right time. The potential positive impact on our organization through this role is significant. The ideal candidate will bring strong professionalism, leadership, project management, and communication skills to the position.

For more information about the organization and recruitment process, please contact: Tim Litster at [e-mail]

Essential Qualifications:

• Considerable experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating records and information management programs in a large, complex, and diverse government department or private sector company.
• Experience developing, managing, and supporting functional records classification schemes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting digital records management solutions, including SharePoint Online and other electronic document management platforms.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the above qualifications may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate trends and respond effectively to challenging events and stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with department staff, inter-government staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to build excitement in client branches and improve awareness of information management policies and benefits, and able to develop the buy-in necessary for continued implementation forward.
• Ability to lead and implement change, creating awareness, buy in and commitment toward effective information management and privacy management practices.
• Ability to lead a dynamic, creative, engaged and customer/results focused team.
• Ability to lead the management of large and complex projects.

Additional Information:

Conditions of Employment:Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Job Requirements:Ability and willingness to travel within the Yukon