Bureau Chief, Bureau of Data Sharing, Privacy, and Open Records

This is a non-merit position. Candidates must follow the instructions in the "To Apply" section.  

Positions in this class are exempt from the screening and referral requirements of the Iowa Department of Administrative Services - Human Resources Enterprise.

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of Compliance, Bureau of Data Sharing, Privacy, and Open Records is seeking a Bureau Chief to join our team!

Under the direction of the Chief Data Officer/Division Administrator for Data Privacy and Strategy, serves as the Chief for the Bureau of Data Sharing, Privacy, and Open Records. 

Manages all aspects of the HHS privacy, data sharing, and open records functions. 

Directs the operation of HHS data sharing agreements, research agreements, informed consent documentation, research misconduct reporting, data sharing legal terms within other legal documents, and open records. 

Directs and manages all aspects of the internal quality assurance and data sharing compliance functions within HHS, including the development and implementation of the department's operational policies and procedures, templates, and other legal documents, and the evaluation of such to provide for consistent and objective sharing and use of Iowa HHS data. Oversees the accurate completion of approximately 1,400 agreements and other reviews with internal and external stakeholders annually. Assess risks associated with agreement terms and pathways and provides recommendations to leadership. 

Directs the operation of Iowa HHS data privacy incident and breach activities. 

Serves in a leadership capacity working with staff across internal bureaus and divisions and other state agencies regarding the department's data-related programs. Works collaboratively with the Department of Management security team, architecture team, and others to advance the work of Iowa HHS and appropriately maintain data. Works collaboratively with other administrative bureaus to facilitate additional reviews and to ensure data sharing, privacy, and open records work is aligned with contracting and procurement, IT strategy, and legal policies and workflows. Works collaboratively with HHS team members to provide data sharing and use pathway recommendations to meet business needs. 

Represents the division administrator at meetings, scheduled appointments when scheduling conflicts occur and when the bureau chief's expertise is needed. 

Performs other duties as assigned and responds during disasters in accordance with recovery planning and senior management directives.

Benefits

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage: Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!
• Paid Time Off: Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation (96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).
• Retirement Plans: Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).
• Flexible Spending Accounts: Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.
• Insurance Coverage: Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Program: Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.
• Employee Discount Programs: Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs. 

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Background Checks

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position. 

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the DHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

E-Verify and Right to Work

The State of Iowa participates in E-Verify, a federal program that helps employers confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Within the required timeframe, new hires will be verified through the E-Verify system to ensure authorization to work in the United States. The State of Iowa also complies with the federal Right to Work laws, which protect employees’ rights to work without being required to join a labor organization. For more information, please visitwww.e-verify.gov.