Privacy Statement

NIC Career Privacy Statement

North Island College is committed to protecting the privacy of those who seek employment with us. It is our policy to respect the privacy of candidates and their records. All information collected from our applicant portal is collected for the purpose of considering your application for employment with North Island College. Your information is collected and used in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

What information is collected during the recruitment process?

To apply for a specific job our career site, we require you to register with us and to provide us with basic contact information. During the application process, you may be asked to share the following information:

  • Name
  • Address
  • Email address
  • Contact Phone Number
  • Employment History
  • Education & Transcripts
  • Previous Employment at North Island College
  • Professional References

For some positions, you may also be asked to provide a criminal record check and/or vulnerable sector check for jobs that require interaction with minors and/or vulnerable population.

Who has access to your personal information?

The information that you have provided, certified and consented to during the application process will be viewed by the hiring committee and Human Resources personnel. The information may also be disclosed to other college employees involved with facilitating recruitment process and bargaining unit representatives.

How do we use your information?

We may use your personal information in the following ways:

  • To facilitate hiring decisions and process
  • To respond to your queries and requests
  • To communicate with you
  • To provide you with updates about your job application

If you have any questions or concerns about privacy of your personal information, please contact us at careers@nic.bc.ca