Senior Information Analyst, Business Unit Supports

Job Posting

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is inviting applications for the permanent, full-time position of Senior Information Analyst, Business Unit Supports within the Access & Privacy team.

Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM) is committed to reflecting the community it serves and recognizing Diversity and Inclusion as one of the Municipality's core values. We have an Employment Equity Policy & we welcome applications from African Nova Scotians & Other Racially Visible Persons, Women in occupations or positions where they are underrepresented in the workforce, Indigenous/Aboriginal People, Persons with Disabilities and 2SLGBTQ+ Persons. Applicants are encouraged to self-identify on their electronic application.

Under the guidance of the Team Lead, Information Management, the Senior Information Analyst, Business Unit Supports provides expert technical and professional support to ensure the consistent delivery of high-quality information management services across all municipal business units.

This role is responsible for delivering tailored information management services by working collaboratively with staff at all organizational levels to ensure the municipality's information assets are effectively managed and aligned with both operational needs and legal requirements.

As a skilled collaborator, the Senior Information Analyst leads process improvement initiatives and acts as a vital link between Corporate Information Management and business units, driving the development of efficient, effective information management solutions that enhance overall business performance.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Works collaboratively with business units to develop, implement and sustain tailored Information Management Strategies that ensure information assets are effectively managed and organized in accordance with operational requirements and legal obligations.
• Evaluates existing information processes within business units to recommend key improvements and facilitates discussions on current and future workflows, including the integration of technology for managing information assets.
• Provides on-going support to business unit representatives for all aspects of information management.
• Supervises and guides the Information Analyst, Business Unit Supports, including assigning and overseeing work tasks. Leads the effective management of team by setting and evaluating individual performance targets, promoting diversity and a healthy workplace, demonstrating leadership competencies, respecting HRM human resources practices, promoting teamwork and individual development, and maintaining internal communications.
• Provides information management advice to the Team Lead, Information Management on the development and implementation of the Corporate Information Management program, including electronic content and records management systems.
• Leads projects aimed at enhancing information management practices and improving operational efficiency.
• Collaborates with the Team Lead and Senior Information Analyst at the Municipal Records Centre (MRC) in the ongoing review, development, enhancement and implementation of the municipality's Records Retention Plan, including supporting the effective lifecycle management of information assets across the organization.
• Assists with the development of information management policies, procedures, guidelines and standards.
• Supports the development and delivery of educational and training initiatives for the Corporate Information Management program, including online modules, classroom-style instruction, Q&A sessions, informational bulletins and other learning formats.
• May perform other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in information management, public administration, business administration or other relevant field; or suitable combination of education and experience
• Minimum 3 years of related experience
• A demonstrated ability to manage government or corporate information resources.

Technical / Job Specific Knowledge and Abilities:

• Strong client service ethic and the ability to manage a variety of projects and tasks in a complex and changing high-pressure environment.
• Excellent knowledge of information management policies, standards, processes and practices.
• Demonstrated records management skills, including records retention scheduling, indexing/classification and electronic management systems, and strategic records, information and imaging systems.
• Experience implementing and using electronic records management software and document management systems.
• Experience in developing and delivering training programs.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles, practices and methodology.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze business problems and develop effective solutions.
• Knowledge of government organizations, structures and operations considered an asset.
• Excellent oral, written and presentation skills.
• Experience in the development of records policies, processes, procedures and guidelines.
• Experience in interpreting legislative and policy requirements as related to records management.
• Proven experience in motivating and leading teams, setting performance goals and managing staff within a dynamic, customer-focused environment.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly demonstrate such equivalencies in their application.

Security Clearance Requirements: Applicants may be required to complete an employment security screening check.

Please note: Testing may be conducted as a component of the selection process to assess technical and job specific knowledge. Candidates, who are selected for testing, may be tested in a group setting, scheduled at the employer's discretion.

COMPETENCIES: Analytical Thinking, Communications, Customer Service, Organizational Awareness, Teamwork and Cooperation, Conflict Management, Visioning, Strategic Thinking & innovation, Organization & Planning and Valuing Diversity

WORK STATUS: Permanent, full time

HOURS OF WORK: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm, 35 hours per week. Flex options to work outside of these hours and hybrid may be available.

SALARY: Non-Union Level 5, $66,830 - $86,490. Salary will be determined based on relevant experience and qualifications related to the specified pay band and job. Placement above the midpoint of the pay band is typically reserved for candidates who significantly exceed the minimum qualifications, such as those with exceptional experience, specialized skills, or demonstrated achievements relevant to the role. This ensures fair and consistent compensation practices across the organization.

WORK LOCATION: 7th Floor Duke Tower Duke Street, Halifax

CLOSING DATE: Applications will be received up to 11:59 PM on Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Please note: We thank all applicants for their interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for interview/testing will be contacted.

To ensure a fair and equitable hiring process, candidates are expected to complete all parts of the recruitment process, including assessments, assignments, and interviews independently and without the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools or other forms of external assistance. The use of AI to complete any component of the hiring process is not permitted and may result in disqualification from consideration.

Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide proof of their qualifications, including, but not limited to, educational credentials, professional licenses, and relevant certifications.

During the recruitment process, applicants have the right to request an accommodation. Applicants invited to participate in an assessment process (such as interview or testing) and who require an accommodation, should discuss their needs with the Talent Acquisition Advisor when invited to the assessment process. For more information on our accommodation process please click on the link: Accommodations | Hiring | Employment | Halifax

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