Privacy and Information Management - Department Lead

This posting is for one (1) 12-month term assignment, temporary assignments will be equally considered.

Who we are

As the Yukon government’s most diverse department, Community Services has a place for you. Under the Community Services umbrella, there are 18 unique branches where you can apply your skillset. All branches strive to empower communities to be vibrant, healthy, and sustainable. Community Services develops our team and invests in people so together we can equip Yukon communities with the tools and knowledge to foster a higher quality of life for all Yukoners.

As one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2025 a career with Yukon Government’s public service offers you an opportunity to expand your skillset and build relationships with stakeholders and colleagues. Learn more about what Yukon Government can offer you.

Your impact

The role of a Community Services employee reaches across the territory. Your strong will to better your community will empower Yukoners to lead healthy, productive, and resilient lives through accessible and integrated programs.

About the branch

Finance, Systems and Administration is a corporate branch within the department that provides senior management with direction, guidance and support services in the management and operation of financial and information systems and related administrative processes to ensure that resources are utilized effectively and efficiently in a coordinated manner.

About the job

We are seeking an innovative professional who can lead the development of a department wide records and information management program. This opportunity to introduce fundamental changes and improvement to the department will enhance the success of each of our branches by connecting the right people with the right information at the right time. The potential positive impact on our organization through this role is significant. The ideal candidate will bring strong professionalism, leadership, project management, and communication skills to the position.

Contact info

For more information about the role, please contact: Nick Muzzio at [email protected]:

For more information about the organization and recruitment process, please contact: Tim Litster at [email protected]

What you need to consider before submitting your application:

• Prior to submitting your resume an E-recruitment profile must be created as applications are only accepted through the system. Please do not email your resume to the contacts on the ad.
• Resumes are ONLY assessed based off candidates’ ability to communicate how they have demonstrated the essential qualifications from their professional, volunteer, or educational experience within their resume clearly indicating the specific position the responsibilities or duties were performed.
• Candidates must clearly state the length of time they performed the essential qualifications in their role(s) (ex. month/year to month/year).
• Take advantage of learning more about how to prepare your resume for a government recruitment. Please note cover letters are not required unless clearly indicated on the job ad.

Essential Qualifications

• Considerable experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating records and information management programs in a large, complex, and diverse government department or private sector company.
• Experience developing, managing, and supporting functional records classification schemes.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience designing, implementing, and supporting digital records management solutions, including SharePoint Online and other electronic document management platforms.

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

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability

These are competencies and/or job specific proficiencies that are effective to be successful in the role and may be assessed during the recruitment process.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to anticipate trends and respond effectively to challenging events and stakeholder expectations.
• Ability to build effective working relationships with department staff, inter-government staff, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to build excitement in client branches and improve awareness of information management policies and benefits, and able to develop the buy-in necessary for continued implementation forward.
• Ability to lead and implement change, creating awareness, buy in and commitment toward effective information management and privacy management practices.
• Ability to lead a dynamic, creative, engaged and customer/results focused team.
• Ability to lead the management of large and complex projects.

Additional Information

Conditions of Employment: Valid Class 5 Driver’s License

Job Requirements

Ability and willingness to travel within the Yukon