Senior Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Analysts – PM-04

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 81,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Pension plan

Leave entitlements

Flexible hours

Compressed work weeks

Job summary

National Defence is seeking a Senior ATIP Analyst at PM-04 level to lead complex access to information and privacy reviews. The role supports the ATIP program across the Department of National Defence and the Canadian Armed Forces, collaborating with legal advisors and senior partners in Ottawa.

The position offers a permanent appointment, a salary range of $80,612 to $87,108 CAD, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance, a pension plan, and flexible work

Qualifications

• Significant experience interpreting the Access to Information Act or the Privacy Act in ATIP.
• Experience researching, analyzing, and reviewing files to advise on legislation and related policies.
• Experience consulting with applicants and other government partners.
• Experience handling formal investigations with the Office of the Information or Privacy Commissioners.

Responsibilities

• Lead review and analysis of complex ATIP files and provide expert advice on compliance.
• Collaborate with legal advisors, government partners, and senior stakeholders.
• Mentor junior team members and contribute to policy shaping within the department.

Skills

ATIP knowledge

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder collaboration

Policy interpretation

Education

Secondary school diploma

Tools

AccessPro/ATIP software

Job description

Senior Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Analysts – PM-04

National Defence- Assistant Deputy Minister (Public Affairs)

Selection process number
26-DND-EA-561345

Salary
$80,612 to $87,108

Level
PM-04

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence.

Duties
Join an organization at the forefront of transparency, accountability, and privacy protection within the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). The Executive Director, Access to Information and Privacy (EDAIP) organization is responsible for delivering the Access to Information and Privacy (ATIP) Program, managing the full lifecycle of information requests from intake and analysis to review and disclosure. Through its work, the organization supports public trust, open government, and the protection of Canadians' privacy rights.The Senior ATIP Analyst leads the review and analysis of complex, high-profile access to information and privacy files while providing expert advice on legislative compliance, information disclosure, and privacy protection. The Senior ATIP Analyst collaborates with legal advisors, government partners, and senior stakeholders to resolve sensitive issues, interpret legislation and case law, and help shape departmental policies and practices. The Senior ATIP Analyst mentors junior team members and plays a key role in advancing transparency, accountability, and public trust across Canada's Defence Team.

Work environment
The Department of National Defence (DND) is one of the largest federal government employers, offering over 70 types of civilian career opportunities. DND's role is to provide services and support to the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) in their operations and missions at home and abroad. The civilian workforce is an essential part of the Defence Team. Your knowledge and expertise contribute to the overall mission. In this regard, the department fosters a work environment where you have opportunities to learn, to develop your talents, to progress in your career and have job satisfaction over the long-term.What do we offer?
We offer:

• A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
• Opportunities for advancement
• A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
• A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements. Work life balance! Including opportunities for flexible hours of work and compressed work weeks.

In line with Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) direction, the Department of National Defence has adopted an in-person requirement of at least four (4) days per week in the office. Some positions may require full-time on-site presence. Requests for accommodation related to this requirement will be considered in accordance with the employer's duty to accommodate and assessed on a case-by-case basis.
Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to work on nationally significant files, influence decisions that matter, collaborate with experts across government, and contribute directly to transparency and accountability within the Department of National Defence.If you're looking for a meaningful career where your expertise can influence important decisions and support Canada's defence team, we encourage you to apply.

Intent of the process
The intent of this process is to fill nine (9) positions on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Ottawa ON.Some positions will be staffed at Carling Campus, 60 Moodie Drive, in Ottawa ON.

• Conveniently connected to Ottawa's growing O-Train/Light Rail Transit network via Moodie Station and local transit routes.
• Minutes from Tanger Outlets, restaurants, and west-end shopping amenities.
• On-site cafeteria and employee services provide added convenience throughout the workday.
• Modern campus environment with green space, walking paths, and collaborative workspaces.

A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence.

Positions to be filled
9

Conditions of employment

Operational Requirements

Additional operational requirements could also be required, not listed below. The complete list of operational requirements will be communicated to candidates at the time of consideration for appointment for each position being staffed. Willing and able to work overtime on occasion.

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

Note: To support an efficient assessment process, essential experience criteria will be evaluated sequentially, one criterion at a time. Candidates must meet each criterion being assessed in order to proceed to the evaluation of subsequent criteria. Candidates who do not meet the criterion under review will be screened out of the process. This means that when you apply, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience listed below.______________________________________
EDUCATION ED1. A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).Note:
1. The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experienceCandidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:
a. Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
b. Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the PM classification.The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the PM classification only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.*An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience is defined least three (3) years’ experience working in the ATIP field. Level of autonomy must be demonstrated.
EXPERIENCE EX1. Significant experience in the interpretation and application of the Access to Information Act or the Privacy Act, and related policy instruments as an ATIP Analyst.
EX2. Experience in researching, analyzing and reviewing files for the purpose of making recommendations to management on the application of legislation and related policies on files.
EX3. Experience consulting and negotiating with applicants, other government departments, third parties or internal partners.
EX4. Experience working on and resolving formal investigations received from the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada or Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada. Significant experience is defined as having the depth and breath of experience that would normally be acquired while working in the field over a period of approximately three (3) years. Management is defined as Team Leaders or above.
Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE:
K1. Knowledge of the federal Access to Information Act and the Privacy Act, and their regulations.
K2. Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of government departments and central agencies as it relates to ATIP as well as of the Information and Privacy Commissioners of Canada.
K3. Knowledge of the Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS) ATIP policy and related guidelines.

COMPETENCIES:
CO1. Demonstrates integrity and respect
CO2. Thinks things through
CO3. Works effectively with others
CO4. Shows initiative and being action-oriented
CO5. Communication. Communication refers to writing, expressing ideas (e.g. orally, using non-verbal language such as sign language, or using assistive technology), and active listening, which allows you to understand and be understood by others.

ABILITIES:
AB1. Ability to plan work, set priorities, and meet strict deadlines.
AB2. Ability to analyze complex information, develop options, and make recommendations.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date
Asset qualifications are qualifications that may be required for the position. If you possess any of the qualifications listed below, please clearly demonstrate how you meet the qualification in your application.______________________________________
ASSET EDUCATION AED1. A degree from a recognized post-secondary institution.

ASSET EXPERIENCE:
AEX1. Experience in the use of ATIP-related software such as AccessPro Case Management and AccessPro Redaction or ATIPXpress.
AEX2. Experience managing s.37 orders by the Office of the Information Commissioner of Canada.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.