Freedom of Information (FOI) and Records Information Management (RIM) Advisor
Organization: Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs
Division: Research and Corporate Services Division, Business Services Branch
City: Guelph
Language of Position(s): English
Job Term: 1 Temporary (up to 12 months with possible extension)
Job Code: 5A004 – Admin05
Do you have experience interpreting and applying the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA)? Do you have an eye for detail and analytical and problem-solving skills?
The Business Services Branch is part of the Research and Corporate Services Division (RCSD) and provides strategic, operational and adjudicative assistance to the ministry as it is responsible for accommodations services, emergency management, digital OMAFRA, freedom of information (FOI), information management, and privacy.
As part of our small supportive FOI/RIM team, you will process Freedom of Information Access requests from the initial application through to notice of the decision and any appeals. The files offer a variety of interesting agri-food topics, and the ability to learn new aspects of FIPPA with each file.
Note: This position is located at 1 Stone Road W, Guelph, however alternate work arrangements may be available.
OPS Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Anti-Racism: We are committed to build a workforce that reflects the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace.
We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
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What can I expect to do in this role?
As the Freedom of Information & Records Information Management Advisor you will be responsible for:
Technical Knowledge
You have:
• The ability to interpret and apply legislation, regulations, policies and precedents (e.g., the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; Information, Privacy Commissioner (IPC) Orders) to requests and issues related to the collection, use, retention, and disclosure of IPC Orders and FOI appeals.
Communications & Interpersonal Skills
You can:
• Develop a variety of written materials (e.g., briefing materials, educational tools, presentations, project status reports).
Critical Thinking Skills
You can:
• Research, investigate and assess relevance of information, precedents and IPC Orders.
Leadership Skills
You can:
• Plan, design, coordinate, implement and evaluate multiple simultaneous projects within established timeframes.
Additional Information
Compensation Group: Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario
Understanding the job ad – definitions
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Category: Consulting and Planning
Posted on: Monday, February 26, 2024
Note:
All external applicants (including former employees of the Ontario Public Service) applying to a competition in a ministry or Commission public body must disclose (either in the cover letter or resume) previous employment with the Ontario Public Service. Disclosure must include positions held, dates of employment and any active restrictions as applicable from being rehired by the Ontario Public Service. Active restrictions can include time and/or ministry-specific restrictions currently in force, and may preclude a former employee from being offered a position with the Ontario Public Service for a specific time period (e.g. one year), or from being offered a position with a specific ministry (either for a pre-determined time period or indefinitely). The circumstances around an employee’s exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment.
Remember: The deadline to apply is Thursday, March 21, 2024 11:59 pm EDT. Late applications will not be accepted.
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