Senior Manager, HIA Policy

Job title:

Senior Manager, HIA Policy

Company

Government of Alberta

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Senior Manager, HIA Policy
Job Requisition ID: 64206
Ministry: Health
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 19, 2024
Classification: Senior Manager Zone 1
Salary: ​$3,548.95 to $4,842.27 bi-weekly ($92,627 – $126,383/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:The Ministry of Health leads work in the areas of Alberta health insurance and benefits, doctors, hospitals and facilities, and other healthcare supports and information. For more information on the work Alberta Health does, visit this link: .Role ResponsibilitiesIf you are passionate about policy focused on privacy in a modern and evolving health system, we have an exciting opportunity to lead impactful health information policy in Alberta. The Senior Manager, HIA Policy plays a critical role in supporting Alberta’s health sector through the complexities of health information legislation, with a focus on the Health Information Act (HIA). This leadership role involves providing strategic guidance on legislative interpretation, driving the HIA’s provincial implementation, and ensuring that policies stay effective and responsive to the needs of Alberta’s health system. In this role, you will also support external stakeholders directly, helping to shape Alberta’s health information landscape for the future.Key responsibilities:

• Leading the development of health information policy, including primary responsibility for the ongoing maintenance and modernization of the HIA, enabling the appropriate collection, use, disclosure and protection of health information within the province of Alberta.
• Developing, leading and communicating on data / information governance to support the continued development of the Alberta Electronic Health Record (ABEHR).
• Providing expert leadership and support to Alberta Health, the health system in Alberta, other government sectors and affiliated stakeholders within Alberta on health information legislation and the development of the ABEHR system.
• Leading, developing, and making decisions and participating in complex issues related to the collection, use, disclosure and protection of health information as required to support new and developing initiatives including but not limited to the Alberta Electronic Health Record, shared electronic health records, the department’s Business Intelligence Environment, My Health Records, Health System Refocus priorities and other provincial initiatives as required.
• Acting in partnership with the Director as operational liaison with the OIPC regarding health information legislation policy, including the ABEHR.
• Leading and directing the management of the HIA Policy team.

If this sounds like the perfect position for you, please apply today!Please click on the to view the job description.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
.Our ideal candidate is someone who demonstrates the following competencies:Drive for Results: Tracking and using the data from the various team responsibilities to assess and adjust processes etc as necessary to ensure effectiveness.Systems Thinking: This position is responsible for maintaining the Health Information Act’s ongoing effectiveness which requires a constant systems view of how the Act supports the broader health system objectives. Considering emerging trends and issues impacting the interpretation and application of the Act.Creative Problem Solving: Supporting program areas requires effective listening to understand the issues before providing advice on the application of the Act is a common scenario for this role and the team at large.Develop Self and Others: Leading a team of policy advisors and analysts – developing knowledge and building capacity is a constant standard to uphold for the person in this role.Agility: In leading a team of seven policy team members, this position is responsible for a number of core functions that are impacted by changes in the organization. For example, needing to adapt to training needs for delivering mandatory training or demands on the inquiries to support department priorities to ensure compliance with the HIA. These shifts require clear and thoughtful change processes.QualificationsRequired:

• A University degree in a related field such as information management, political science, law, policy, health administration or social sciences
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in information privacy policy, information management, health sector issues, policy development, health services delivery, and/or legislative issues.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Assets:

• Masters Degree in related field;
• Certificate in Information Access and Protection of Privacy (IAPP);
• Project development experience is required to manage various assigned and competing tasks;
• Experience leading and participating with groups of senior-level stakeholders in policy and related matters;
• Management experience related to developing and supervising direct reports;
• Knowledge in access and privacy legislation including the HIA, FOIP, PIPA and PIPEDA;
• Knowledge of GOA stakeholder engagement, policy development, and legislative review processes.
• Management-level writing skills using plain language to succinctly document issues and inputs;
• Well-developed public speaking, communication, and presentation skills (both written and oral);
• Knowledge of electronic health record information systems and their impacts on health information policy development.

A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to .NotesThis competition will be used to staff one (1) full-time permanent position, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.The position is located in ATB Place North, Edmonton, Alberta. This position requires working from the office with an option to qualify for a hybrid work arrangement (in accordance with GOA policy).Other information:

• This position maybe used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.
• Top candidates will undergo security screening

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Abhishek Sharma at .

Expected salary

$92627 – 126383 per year

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Thu, 07 Nov 2024 08:55:52 GMT

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