Health Information Act

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 82263

Ministry: Primary and Preventative Health Services

Location: Edmonton or Calgary

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent and Temporary

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: May 19, 2026

Classification: Program Services 3 (023PSA)

Salary: $2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613.68 - $100,492.57/year)

The Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness; coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services; health system planning and capital infrastructure planning; supporting innovative information management and technologies; regulating health care; and funding the health system.

The Department of Primary and Preventative Health Services establishes the Government of Alberta’s strategic direction for health, including advising government on health policy, legislation and standards, and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversight and ensuring accountability across the health system.

For further information, visit the ministry website at

We are seeking a Health Information Act (HIA) Policy Advisor. You will play a central role in shaping health information policy across Alberta’s health system. You will support legislative interpretation, policy development, stakeholder engagement, breach reporting, and cross‑ministry initiatives that rely on the effective and secure use of health information.

Your work will directly support the Senior Manager, Health Information Act (HIA) Policy, and contribute to the ongoing development of Alberta Netcare, provincial health information governance, and alignment with provincial and federal legislation.

Role Responsibilities

The Health Information Act (HIA) Policy Advisor plays a key role in supporting the development, interpretation, and application of health information policy. Working under the general guidance of the Senior Manager, Health Information Act (HIA) Policy, this position contributes to the effective administration of the Health Information Act by providing research, analysis, and expert policy advice to internal and external stakeholders. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build productive relationships across the health sector.

The job responsibilities include

1. Policy Analysis & Legislative Interpretation

• Interpret the Health Information Act (HIA) and develop policy options, amendments, and guidance materials.
• Conduct background research and engage custodians, health service providers, and stakeholders to support policy development for Alberta Netcare.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, recommendations, and briefing materials for senior leadership.
• Identify and evaluate complex policy issues affecting the public, stakeholders, and government departments.
• Review Alberta health legislation and regulations for alignment with the Health Information Act (HIA) and recommend modifications.
• Assess provincial and federal legislation for impacts on Alberta’s health information initiatives.

2. HIA Administration, Research & Help Desk Support

• Serve as a primary contact for the Health Information Act (HIA) Help Desk, responding to inquiries from custodians, affiliates, stakeholders, and the public.
• Maintain the Health Information Act (HIA) Help Desk database and produce required reports.
• Provide policy advice to ensure compliance with the Health Information Act (HIA) across a broad range of health and related legislation.
• Maintain awareness of Alberta Netcare, Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner (OIPC) Orders, Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA), Protection of Privacy Act (POPA), Access to Information Act (ATIA) and federal privacy legislation as they relate to health information policy.
• Support the development of Health Information Act (HIA) training and guidance materials.

3. Working Groups & Committee Support

• Support working groups such as the Health Information and Data Governance Committee.
• Maintain terms of reference, membership lists, and SharePoint sites.
• Prepare agendas, back