POSITION: Manager, Privacy and Information Management
REPORTS TO: Director, Corporate Regulatory Affairs
DEPARTMENT: Legal Services and Corporate Governance
LOCATION: North Bay or Hybrid Work Arrangement
REFERENCE: 800-91B-26
SALARY: $107,172 - $126,074
WHO WE ARE:
Ontario Northland Transportation Commission (ONTC) is an Agency of the Province
of Ontario that provides efficient and vital transportation services. We are a
modern, forward-thinking organization focused on providing safe and reliable
transportation services. ONTC has a rich history of over 120 years and strong
connections to the communities we serve. With over 1000 skilled professionals,
we work together to enhance transportation services and ensure that they are
sustainable for future generations. We offer a dynamic workplace culture, along
with a competitive salary, excellent benefit package, a defined benefit pension
plan, paid vacation, paid personal leave days and discounted transportation on
our bus and passenger rail services.
ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT:
The Manager, Privacy and Information Management (IM) is responsible for
planning, developing and overseeing multiple teams to ensure the effective
stewardship of the agency’s information assets and compliance with privacy
legislation. This role leads a team of privacy and information management
professionals to ensure adherence to privacy requirements and to promote good
privacy and recordkeeping practices across the enterprise.
MAJOR DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop, implement and oversee the organization's Access and Privacy
Management program, ensuring compliance with the Freedom of Information and
Protection of Privacy Act, related regulations and best practices.
- Provide information to the agency’s privacy regulator and oversight ministry
to demonstrate accountability.
- Champion the Access and Privacy Management and IM programs, establishing
their credibility, integrity, and executive presence.
- Communicate legislative, regulatory and government requirements across the
agency through education and relationship-building to improve compliance.
- Engage with key stakeholders to promote understanding of how information
supports business processes.
- Define and set the goals and objectives for the enterprise Information
Governance program to ensure a comprehensive, cross-functional approach.
- Exercise leadership, accountability and authority across multiple teams in
organizational design, recruitment and retention, talent management, and
labour relations matters.
- Empower staff through coaching, mentoring, collaboration and ongoing
development to drive high performance.
- Develop, manage, and monitor the departmental cost center to support program
goals and priorities.
- Review and recommend business policies and processes to comply with Access,
Privacy and IM-related legislation and regulations.
- Develop and implement Access, Privacy and IM compliance strategies and
enforce corrective actions to ensure proper governance, security and use of
information.
- Evaluate the effectiveness of the Access and Privacy Management and IM
programs, and establish improvement targets.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Degree in Law, Privacy, Information Management, Records and Information
Management, or a related field
- 5+ years of progressive leadership experience in Privacy or Information
Management
- Certifications in CIPM, CIPP, CIPT, AAPP, CAPP, MAPP, CRM, or IGP is
preferred
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using technology; strong
aptitude for learning and adapting to new systems and tools.
- Knowledge of records and information management, information security,
privacy principles, and related legislation, regulations, and government
directives.
- Proven ability to lead and mentor teams, manage projects, drive
organizational change, and build strong, collaborative relationships across
departments.
- Demonstrated skill in making informed, timely, and strategic decisions.
- Experience developing and implementing long-term strategies aligned with
organizational goals.
- Experience identifying program needs, success factors, resource requirements,
and constraints.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with
executives, staff, and external partners.
- Proficiency in presenting complex information clearly and persuasively.
- Expertise in identifying, assessing, and mitigating privacy and information
management risks.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex issues, identify
root causes, and develop effective solutions.
BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION: The successful candidate will need to pass the
following clearances: criminal record check, employment references and education
verification.
CLOSING DATE: August 5, 2025, no later than 11:59 p.m. We thank all applicants
for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be
contacted. Qualified individuals are invited to apply in writing with a current
covering letter and resume (provided in one document), stating reference name
and number. Visit our career website to apply:
https://www.ontarionorthland.ca/en/careers
At Ontario Northland, we are committed to employment equity. We value the
unique skills and experiences each person brings to Ontario Northland and invite
all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from Indigenous
peoples, racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and persons who
identify as 2SLGBTQIA+.
Ontario Northland will provide accommodation to ensure barrier-free employment
in accordance with the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Accessibility for
Ontarians with Disabilities Act. You can request accommodation at any stage of
the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human
Resources.
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Web sur les carrières ou appelez le 1-800-363-7512, poste 394 pour plus de
renseignements.
