Privacy Director directs and develops the organization's privacy strategy, including policies, procedures, and initiatives. Ensures all business and data management processes reflect privacy requirements and comply with laws and regulations. Being a Privacy Director incorporates regulatory changes into the organization's processes. Plans and directs privacy training programs and communications. Additionally, Privacy Director ensures that compliance monitoring, auditing, and remediation are effective. Leads research and prepares communications in response to privacy-related events or consumer, government, or media inquiries. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to top management. The Privacy Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Privacy Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Utah Department of Government Operations is seeking a highly qualified and experienced individual to fill the position of Data Privacy Director. This leadership role will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive privacy policies, and procedures in alignment with state and federal regulations, with a specific focus on Utah's Government Data Privacy Act (GDPA) and Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA). The Data Privacy Director will coordinate with DGO division privacy officers, Chief Administrative Officers and Records Officers to provide guidance and support on privacy matters, assist in maturing privacy programs and ensure ongoing compliance with privacy laws and regulations.
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