Privacy Analyst

Job Information Job Title: Privacy Analyst Job Requisition ID: 84371 Ministry: Technology and Innovation Location: Edmonton Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week Permanent or Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: June 12, 2026 Classification: Program Services 2 Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 bi‑weekly ($66,884 – $87,736 yearly) Role Responsibilities The PPG branch is looking for a Privacy Analyst. Reporting to the Manager, Privacy Service, this position supports Senior Privacy Advisors and Privacy Services in compliance with the legislated requirements of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA). Support privacy compliance activities under POPA by assisting with the preparation of routine privacy files and documentation.

Respond to basic privacy inquiries and complaints and support investigation processes as required. Provide guidance and information to client ministries on Personal Information Banks and Schedule 1 Public Body requirements. Assist senior team members with privacy breach investigations, risk assessments, and complex privacy‑related inquiries.

Prepare research, summaries, and reporting materials while ensuring records meet organizational information management standards. Qualifications To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate: Strong knowledge of research principles and techniques to analyze routine requests. Ability to research and reference legislation, policy, procedures, and regulations.

Good verbal and written communication skills for all aspects of the position (clear, concise, informative, and logical communication) to interact with people within or outside of the client Ministry. Organizational and time‑management skills. Strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.

Ability to review large volumes of records paying attention to detail. Education and Experience Requirements A two‑year diploma in a related field (e.g., Policy, Access to Information, Privacy, Communications, Business, Information Management). Minimum two (2) years of progressively related experience.

A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position. A related bachelor’s degree with no related experience; or A related one‑year certificate and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience; or A minimum of four (4) years of related experience in lieu of formal education. Assets Working knowledge of POPA and Regulations and various other legislation as it relates to the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information.

Working knowledge of records management process for the GoA. Related certification/designation in the Canadian Institute of Access and Privacy Professionals (CIAPP), Certified Records Manager (CRM), etc. Term of Employment Permanent, Full‑time position Hours of Work 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday Location Edmonton Additional Requirements Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr