BAND 4 - Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Title
BAND 4 - Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Position Classification
Band 4
Union
N/A
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$105,900.12 - $140,800.04 annually
Close Date
1/22/2026
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Office of Info & Priv Comm
Ministry Branch / Division
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
Job Summary
Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Band 4 – Permanent, Full-Time
Starting Salary: $105,900.12 – $140,800.04 annually
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) provides independent oversight and enforcement of BC’s access and privacy laws under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
The Director leads a cross-functional team of investigative, policy, and legal professionals to advance the Office’s regulatory framework, workflows, and understanding of emerging technology so that the office can quickly respond to projects, legislation, and complaints about emerging information and privacy technologies. The Director will be responsible for recruiting members of this team, commencing with a Senior Investigator and a Senior Policy Analyst within the first year.
As a member of the Senior Leadership team this position provides expert advice and direction on emerging information and privacy technologies and establishes policies/frameworks/protocols that have impact across the office and province.
We are striving to build a diverse team to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, women, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, and/or people with disabilities.
This posting is for one permanent, full-time position. An eligibility list for similar temporary or permanent future opportunities may be established. Temporary positions may become full or part-time, permanent status. This position is excluded from union membership. Occasional travel may be required.
Financial assistance may be offered as part of the total compensation package for successful candidate(s) that must relocate to Victoria. Relocation allowances will be in accordance with the information here.
How to Apply:
DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.
To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and position requirements listed on the careers section of our website at: http://www.oipc.bc.ca/about/careers.aspx
Applicants who identify as Indigenous may choose to seek assistance with their application by accessing the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service available through the BC Public Service.
NOTE: To apply for this position, you must be eligible to work in Canada. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. For further information, please refer to the BC Public Service website.
If you have questions related to the competition process, please contact the HR team at Recruitment@oipc.bc.ca, quoting competition number 121938 in the subject line.
Competition Number: 121938
Closing date: 12:00 pm (noon) PT, Thursday, January 22, 2026
Job Category
Information Management/Information Technology, Leadership and Management
How to apply to this job
DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.
To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and position requirements listed on the careers section of our website at: http://www.oipc.bc.ca/about/careers.aspx
About BC Public Service
The BC Public Service has about 35,000 public servants working in 200 different types of jobs across 280 communities. We provide services, programs and policy expertise in areas like health care, public safety, education, and environmental management.
The BC Public Service is as diverse as the people it serves. The people who work here represent everyone in B.C. This includes minority communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, and the LGBTQ2+ community.
We offer work-life balance, great wages and full benefits. There are jobs for public servants in many locations across the province. Choose the city vibe or small town. Strike the work-life balance that you want by taking advantage of flexible work schedules.
BAND 4 - Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Top Benefits
About the role
Posting Title
BAND 4 - Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Position Classification
Band 4
Union
N/A
Work Options
Hybrid
Location
Victoria, BC V9B 6X2 CA (Primary)
Salary Range
$105,900.12 - $140,800.04 annually
Close Date
1/22/2026
Job Type
Regular Full Time
Temporary End Date
Ministry/Organization
BC Public Service -> Office of Info & Priv Comm
Ministry Branch / Division
Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner
Job Summary
Director of Emerging Information and Privacy Technologies
Band 4 – Permanent, Full-Time
Starting Salary: $105,900.12 – $140,800.04 annually
The Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) provides independent oversight and enforcement of BC’s access and privacy laws under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and the Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA).
The Director leads a cross-functional team of investigative, policy, and legal professionals to advance the Office’s regulatory framework, workflows, and understanding of emerging technology so that the office can quickly respond to projects, legislation, and complaints about emerging information and privacy technologies. The Director will be responsible for recruiting members of this team, commencing with a Senior Investigator and a Senior Policy Analyst within the first year.
As a member of the Senior Leadership team this position provides expert advice and direction on emerging information and privacy technologies and establishes policies/frameworks/protocols that have impact across the office and province.
We are striving to build a diverse team to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. We encourage applications from Indigenous, Black or racialized persons, women, people with diverse gender identities or expressions, and/or people with disabilities.
This posting is for one permanent, full-time position. An eligibility list for similar temporary or permanent future opportunities may be established. Temporary positions may become full or part-time, permanent status. This position is excluded from union membership. Occasional travel may be required.
Financial assistance may be offered as part of the total compensation package for successful candidate(s) that must relocate to Victoria. Relocation allowances will be in accordance with the information here.
How to Apply:
DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.
To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and position requirements listed on the careers section of our website at: http://www.oipc.bc.ca/about/careers.aspx
Applicants who identify as Indigenous may choose to seek assistance with their application by accessing the Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service available through the BC Public Service.
NOTE: To apply for this position, you must be eligible to work in Canada. You must be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada or authorized in writing to work in Canada under the federal Immigration Act. For further information, please refer to the BC Public Service website.
If you have questions related to the competition process, please contact the HR team at Recruitment@oipc.bc.ca, quoting competition number 121938 in the subject line.
Competition Number: 121938
Closing date: 12:00 pm (noon) PT, Thursday, January 22, 2026
Job Category
Information Management/Information Technology, Leadership and Management
How to apply to this job
DO NOT submit your application for this position through the BC Government Hiring Centre website. Applications submitted through the BC Government Hiring Centre will not be considered.
To apply for this position, please review the application instructions and position requirements listed on the careers section of our website at: http://www.oipc.bc.ca/about/careers.aspx
About BC Public Service
The BC Public Service has about 35,000 public servants working in 200 different types of jobs across 280 communities. We provide services, programs and policy expertise in areas like health care, public safety, education, and environmental management.
The BC Public Service is as diverse as the people it serves. The people who work here represent everyone in B.C. This includes minority communities, immigrants, persons with disabilities, Indigenous people, and the LGBTQ2+ community.
We offer work-life balance, great wages and full benefits. There are jobs for public servants in many locations across the province. Choose the city vibe or small town. Strike the work-life balance that you want by taking advantage of flexible work schedules.