Job InformationJob Title: Senior Policy Analyst Job Requisition ID: 72923Ministry: Assisted Living and Social ServicesLocation: Edmonton and CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: August 8, 2025Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) helps provide stability and security for vulnerable Albertans, including seniors, people with disabilities, low-income individuals and those facing homelessness, while also providing opportunities to foster independence and quality of life. This includes supporting the delivery of preventive programming and helping Albertans access disability services, homelessness supports, financial assistance and employment services, seniors supports and other social-based programs.To find out more about our work visit: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-servicesThis competition will be used to fill multiple positions within the Strategic Projects and Program Transformation branch, which works with all orders of government and agencies, and individuals across the province to deliver a continuum of preventive, community-based supports and services for the safety and well-being of Albertans. The positions support homelessness responses and preventive social policy initiatives including Family and Community Support Services, Service Dogs, and other priorities.Role Responsibilities
These positions work collaboratively with other Strategic Projects and Program Transformation (SPPT) team members to ensure that information and data from multiple sources is integrated and translated into guidance that drives policy design and program funding decisions for responses supporting vulnerable Albertans.In these roles, the Senior Policy Analysts are responsible for developing and leading complex projects, conducting research and analysis, and participating in and facilitating cross-ministry and stakeholder engagement on branch priorities.Additional key responsibilities of the Senior Policy Analyst role, Program Policy Initiatives unit:• Conduct comprehensive research and analysis of existing legislation, programs, and emerging issues to provide expert advice and make recommendations based on quantitative and qualitative analysis.• Proactively lead the development of program policy to support department, division and branch priorities, including analyzing issues to address homelessness and provide prevention based supports. • Develop policy options and recommendations for branch leadership. • Coordinate and provide advice on intergovernmental initiatives.Please click on this link JR72923_PS4_Senor Policy Analyst Program Policy Initiative_JD to view the job description for this position.Additional Key Responsibilities of the Senior Policy Analyst role, Data and Analytics unit:• Oversee data collection, management, and reporting from service providers.• Collaborate with branch staff and service providers to manage issues and inquiries related to data collection, data management and reporting.• Use program data to produce intelligence products for distribution within the division and with key partners.• Troubleshoot technical data and system maintenance issues for the division applications and reporting tools. Conduct data analysis to support performance monitoring, strategic planning and guide program funding decisions.• Develop tools (including dashboards, reports and processes) for program monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement.Please click on this link JR72923_PS4_Senior Policy Analysis Data and Analytics_JD to view the job description for this position.APS Competencies
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.Position specific competencies:• Agility: Sees the need and readily steps in to help others on the team; anticipates change and adapts behaviour; accordingly, open to changes; takes advantage of opportunities to improve program development and implementation processes.• Build Collaborative Environments: Creates opportunities for project teams and stakeholder to share information; respects others' point-of-view; encourages or facilitates conflict resolution; recognizes performance of all groups involved.• Creative Problem Solving: Helps manage projects with multiple stakeholders simultaneously and can use planning skills, analytical and creative thinking to arrive at innovative solutions. • Develop Networks: Builds relationships by following through on commitments, demonstrating integrity and respect for others; informs key stakeholders of relevant information in a timely manner; seeks and applies the perspectives and needs of colleagues and stakeholders.• Drive for Results: Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities; factors in complexity of issues and aligns plans based on government direction; removes barriers to collaboration; provides informed advice.• Systems Thinking: Anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.Qualifications
Minimum requirement standard:University degree in public administration/social sciences or a related field, plus four (4) years of related experience addressing social issues is required.Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.The position generally demands a high level of originality and agility, as well as the ability to independently analyze complex issues and develop creative and timely responses. The position makes significant use of coordination, communication, consultation, research, analysis as well as presentation, writing, and organizational skills.The following will be considered Assets:• Knowledge of complex social issues impacting vulnerable Albertans.• Strong qualitative and quantitative research, analysis, policy development, and writing skills.• Experience working with diverse stakeholders and building partnerships.• Ability to analyze complex issues and provide clear recommendations.• Proficiency with a range of IT tools, including Windows-based applications as well as project management statistical, graphic, and presentation programs.• Experience with project management and applying project management methodologies and tools.• Experience interpreting data and information.• Understanding and experience with the GoA policy cycle.For Data and Analytics unit – the following will be considered additional assets:• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, Power-BI, R, SPSS, NVivo, Python, SQL).• Experience coaching and supporting non-technical audiences (e.g., service providers) in data collection, indicator tracking, and interpreting results.Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.Notes
Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – FridayThis posting will be used to fill various positions.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.• Leadership and mentorship programs.How To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Elena Arefeva at elena.arefeva@gov.ab.ca.
