Access and Privacy Analyst

This posting

This posting will be used to fill 1 (one) full-time term position to March 31, 2027, working 75 hours bi-weekly.  It will establish a 12-month eligibility list which may be used to fill similar positions.   

This job is based in the thriving and diverse city of Whitehorse in the beautiful Yukon.  

Who we are

Yukon Government's Department of Health and Social Services provides a range of services and supports for citizens to experience health and wellness throughout their lives. The scope of this work includes community and mental wellness, social supports, and planning for long-term healthy outcomes for the population.

The Access and Privacy Analyst supports the Department of Health and Social Services in meeting its statutory responsibilities under the Health Information Privacy and Management Act (HIPMA) and the Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act (ATIPPA). 

Your impact 

This position will be responsible for providing advice, direction and recommendations regarding the application of relevant access to information provisions in response to requests for information, providing advice, direction and recommendations regarding disclosure provisions, and supporting the Manager of Access and Information Management in responding to privacy breaches and privacy complaints related to the department's information management practices.

• For more information on this job, please contact Jennifer Szakszon, Manager, Access and Information Management at  
• For more information about the recruitment process, please contact Monishia Thompson, HR Consultant at  

Your benefits

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer many additional financial and non-financial benefits.

• Government of Yukon's many benefits

Your career, your home, your lifestyle

We are the Yukon public service. Every day, we come together to serve the people who live here and make a difference in so many ways. Here, you will find the diverse opportunities you desire to develop your career while enjoying a warm sense of community and vibrant artistic, cultural, and recreational amenities, all set in a spectacular natural environment.  

As part of our team, your achievements and enjoyment in both your work and personal life will be valued as you explore the many opportunities the Yukon, and the Government of Yukon, has to offer.  

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Important application and job requirements

Essential qualifications  

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the qualifications below. Selections for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume.

• Experience interpreting legislation that may influence decisions (e.g. Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act; Health Information Privacy and Management Act; Child and Family Services Act; Vital Statistics Act);
• Experience providing expert advice to senior leadership, preferably in a government setting; 
• Experience providing advice and direction to the public particularly in contexts involving sensitive or confidential information; and 
• Experience investigating and resolving privacy complaints and privacy breaches would be considered an asset.

Candidates who have education, training, and/or experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

It may be helpful for you to review "Prepare your resume and cover letter".

Desired knowledge, skills and suitability

If selected for an interview, candidates should have, and may be assessed on, the following:  

• Ability to interpret and apply legislation;
• Strong research and analytical skills;
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality; 
• Ability to exercise tact and discretion in reviewing complex and highly sensitive issues/information;
• Ability to manage multiple time sensitive case files with the ability to pay close attention to detail;
• Highly motivated  and enthusiastic with the ability to work independently and collaborate within a team environment;

It may be helpful for you to review "The job interview process".

Job requirements

This job requires you to perform, and/or be exposed to, the following:

• Emotional trauma and pressure while reviewing personal health information that may contain distressing information.
• Willingness to occasionally travel within Yukon.

Learn more

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