Privacy and Legal Services Advisor
The University of Lethbridge invites qualified applications for the position of Privacy & Legal Services Advisor. Reporting to the University General Counsel, the Privacy & Legal Services Advisor will provide strategic and operational leadership and direction to the University on access and privacy matters; will administer the University's conflict of interest program; and will provide general legal services to the Office of General Counsel.
The position provides advice and education to the University on the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (Alberta) and other relevant privacy-related legislation, and is responsible for managing FOIP requests and ensuring the institution's compliance with privacy laws. This position is also responsible for administering the University conflict of interest program, conducting legal research, reviewing legislation relevant to the University, reviewing contracts, and developing legal documents and agreements.
DUTIES:
- Development and delivery of a comprehensive privacy education program
- Development and implementation of a comprehensive program for compliance
with privacy laws applicable to the University
- Provide operational direction and advise to the University on privacy
issues
- Develop and advise on University policies, procedures and guidelines
related to privacy
- Review agreements and third party contracts and advise on privacy
law implications
- Manage FOIP information access processes including appropriately
exercising rights provided through legislation
- Administer and manage the University's conflict of interest program
- Conduct legal research; appropriately analyze tribunal decisions
and caselaw
- Review and develop legal documents for the University Office of
General Counsel
- Review policies and legislation relevant to the University
- Remain current on legislation and case law relevant to the University
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree, with advanced degree and professional
designation in a relevant field preferred, along with at least three
years' experience in a related field (including law, information management,
privacy coordination, etc.)
- Knowledge of and experience with FOIP and similar privacy legislation
is essential
- Progressive experience in conducting and analyzing legal research
- Candidates must have strong background in reviewing and drafting
legal documents and agreements
- The successful candidate should have excellent communication and
interpersonal skills; excel at problem solving, have highly developed
analytical skills, and possess the ability to work under pressure
with multiple deadlines
- A high degree of self-direction and independence is required
The University of Lethbridge offers a competitive compensation package with a full range of benefits.
Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by July 12, 2013. Please include a detailed resume with references and salary expectations quoting competition #IN01460 (if viewed on the internet) or #LH01460 (if viewed in the Lethbridge Herald) to:
Human Resources
University of Lethbridge
LETHBRIDGE AB T1K 3M4
E-Mail: human.resources@uleth.ca
FAX: 403-329-2685
Resumes received without quoting the competition number will not be accepted.
The position is open to all qualified applicants, although preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. The University is an inclusive and equitable campus encouraging applications from qualified women and men including persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities and Aboriginal persons.
Thank you to all applicants; only those selected for
an interview will be contacted.
Individuals invited to interview will be contacted within four weeks
of the competition closing date.