Senior Legislative, Privacy and Contract Analyst

The Opportunity

The Ministry of Trade and Export Development advances economic growth to generate wealth and opportunity in Saskatchewan. The ministry facilitates a coordinated cross-government approach to attract investment and grow export markets. The ministry fosters and supports a competitive business environment, facilitates trade and strengthens Saskatchewan’s international relations. It takes great people, working together as a team, in order to make this happen.

Our core values include providing exceptional customer service, treating others with respect, acting with integrity, and upholding our commitment to excellence and innovation as one team. Our team demonstrates these values in our daily behaviours.

The Corporate Services Branch is seeking a motivated, efficient and extremely well-organized professional to fill the role of Senior Legislative, Privacy and Contract Analyst in the Legislative and Contract Services Unit.

In this challenging position, you will work in a diverse and fast-paced environment with a demanding and time-sensitive workload.

Reporting to the Manager of Operations Services, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

Providing support services to the Ministry regarding legislation, regulations, contracts, cabinet items, access to information requests, privacy protection and guidelines, and records management.

Overseeing activities by making strategic decisions and developing, implementing, maintaining, and adhering to Ministry legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures in compliance with provincial and federal law.

Coordinating, monitoring, and providing expert advice related to Cabinet items, such as Cabinet Information Items and Cabinet Decision Items.

Monitoring and reviewing Ministry services and systems to ensure meaningful legislation and regulation practices.

Acting as a key legislation, Cabinet item, and regulation advisor, including handling disputes and managing client requests regarding legislation, Cabinet items, and regulations.

Coordinating, monitoring, and ensuring adherence to the Ministry’s principles, policies, and procedures, as well as provincial and federal laws regarding contracts, contract management, and tenders.

Coordinating access requests on behalf of the Ministry and ensuring the Ministry is compliant with The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and The Health Information Protection Act, regulations, policies, and procedures.

Researching, analyzing, and developing recommendations for the implementation and enforcement of acts, regulations, and associated policies, procedures, and guidelines on a range of Ministry issues.

Designing policy development strategies and managing Ministry policy development projects on a wide range of legislative issues.

Providing policy advice and services to support senior management in responding to critical issues and priorities, legislation, policy, and program options.

Providing support, advice, and assistance with records and information management policies and procedures.

Job Capabilities

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who

• Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
• Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
• Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
• Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
• Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
• Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

• Possess superior analytical, time management, and communication skills.
• Be able to work well under pressure to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in order to meet extremely tight and often conflicting timelines.
• Have knowledge of applicable acts and regulations governing contracts, records and information management, freedom of information, and privacy, with the ability to apply them appropriately.
• Use critical thinking skills to interpret and apply legislation appropriately, especially as it relates to access to information requests.
• Strive to provide a positive experience for internal and external clients by showing initiative, being adaptable and cooperative, meeting new challenges, and supporting a collaborative team environment.
• Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be gained through an undergraduate degree in business or public administration, with a focus on law, or a combination of related education and experience.
• Relevant experience includes processing access to information requests and application of best practices in records management.

Job Skills

Communication (Level C)

Critical Thinking (Level C)

Digital Skills (Level C)

Interacting with Others (Level C)

Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)

Managing Self (Level C)

Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Data Literacy (Level C)

Influence (Level C)

Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer

• Dynamic and challenging work
• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package including pension
• Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
• Inclusive work environments
• Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
• Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.