Advisor- Information and Privacy
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- Corporate Professionals
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- COV00057023 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Your Opportunity:
Are you looking for a place where people truly matter? At Covenant Health, we believe our team is what makes us special. As one of Alberta’s Top Employers for the past decade with one of Canada’s Most Admired Corporate Cultures, we offer a workplace where you can grow, feel supported and make a meaningful difference. Located in downtown Edmonton, One Twelve Campus is Covenant Health’s corporate office and home to many non-clinical departments. If you enjoy collaborating with various stakeholders to define privacy standards, enhance existing capabilities and manage associated risks, you will find purpose here. Our team provides subject matter expertise on privacy program excellence to drive performance, adoption and quality. Are you ready to be the difference in health care? Join Covenant Health today and help us build a healthier Alberta!
Description:
Reporting to the Manager, Information and Privacy, the Information and Privacy Advisor ensure Covenant Health meets its commitment to safeguarding personal and health information. The advisor provides expert guidance, leadership and operational support in privacy compliance, risk management and information access. The advisor will lead investigations into potential or confirmed privacy breaches, coordinate responses with managers and HR, recommend notifications and prepare mandatory reports to ensure compliance with Health Information Act (HIA) and Health Information Regulation requirements. They will serve as a trusted internal advisor by developing resource materials and training sessions to promote awareness and compliance. The advisor will also support the team's development in emerging technologies, data innovation, advanced analytics and artificial intelligence. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented with a proactive approach to balance compliance obligations with practical solutions, fostering a culture of privacy and security across Covenant Health. This position is non-unionized.
- Classification: Advisor
- Union: COV OUT OF SCOPE
- Unit and Program: Information and Privacy
- Primary Location: One Twelve Campus
- Location Details: Eligible to work hybrid (on/off site) within Alberta
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 22-MAY-2026
- Date Available: 01-JUN-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 10
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- Minimum Hourly Salary: $37.12
- Maximum Hourly Salary: $55.68
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Bachelor’s degree or diploma in information management, information technology, health information or a related discipline. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered. Minimum three years of experience in privacy, information security, compliance or related roles. Demonstrated knowledge of Alberta's ATIA, POPA and HIA legislations.
Additional Required Qualifications:
Strong written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, exercise sound judgment and be flexible in managing unpredictable situations. Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive information with discretion. Demonstrated ability to handle concerns and investigations while maintaining discretion, diplomacy and tact. Familiarity with privacy legislation and best practices, including the ability to interpret legislation to develop appropriate response plans. Demonstrated proficiency with standard Microsoft software applications.
Preferred Qualifications:
Completion of an Information Access & Privacy Certificate or similar training. Experience in health care or regulated environments.
Hiring Requirements
Please submit your resume to apply. We will review only the information provided in your resume during the screening process.
The following must be provided prior to your first day of work:
Security Screening: As a condition of employment, all employees are required to provide a satisfactory Criminal Record Check and to disclose of previous convictions, record suspensions or pardons received for charges of sexual assault or other sexual offences to Covenant Health prior to commencement of any work, including training or orientation shifts.
Be the Difference
Covenant Health invites you to be the difference in people's lives, your career, and your community. Guided by faith-based values, integrity, and compassion, every role contributes to person-centered care and a deeper purpose. Employees are supported through mentorship, education, and growth opportunities, working with inclusive teams that value collaboration and belonging. Together, Covenant Health advances healthcare innovation and shapes a healthier, more compassionate future for Alberta and beyond.