Job InformationJob Title: Continuous Improvement Program Lead Job Requisition ID: 74647Ministry: InfrastructureLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: August 29, 2025Classification: Program Services 5Salary: $3,076.28 to $4,053.05 bi-weekly ($80,290 to $105,784/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.
Alberta Infrastructure designs, builds, manages, and maintains government-owned and operated facilities, and collaborates with other ministries to ensure that schools, hospitals, and government facilities infrastructure meet the needs of Alberta’s population. The Ministry also provides accommodation services and manages a large portfolio of owned and leased facilities while maintaining fiscal accountability and optimizing value for Albertans. For more information about Alberta Infrastructure, please visit http://www.infrastructure.alberta.caRole Responsibilities
Reporting to the Director, this position is accountable for the development and ongoing execution of Infrastructure’s Continuous Improvement program methodology and ministry deployment. The position is responsible for improving upon the Ministry framework, which includes using proven Business Process Improvement expertise to adapt a theoretical approach to fit Infrastructure’s business process design needs. This position will be responsible for following job duties:
Key responsibilities for the Continuous Improvement Program Lead include but are not limited to:
The Lead will lead and oversee the implementation of key, complex, multi-project, cross-branch and/or cross division processes that have high strategic importance, ensuring impactful solutions are successful long term
Reviewing Lean Six Sigma, different change management methodologies and best practices and adapt as required for the infrastructure business model
Training, coaching and mentoring Continuous Improvement staff in the methodology, tools, change and stakeholders’ management and project management to ensure adequate competencies and skills to achieve the project goals
Responsible for the development and alignment of the training, methodology, reporting, project approach, and various roles across the ministry as they relate to Continuous Improvement. Assess and determine the overall enterprise process management needs of Infrastructure Clients both internal and external
Improving upon a performance measurement and evaluation framework for the enterprise processes, aligning with strategic planning and approaches for performance measurement and evaluation, and driving continuous improvement of the portfolio of processes
Leading the development of Enterprise Process management charts, frameworks, schematics, and plans
Working with Executive Directors and Directors across Infrastructure to identify the key cross divisional processes that drive successful completion of the Ministry’s priority initiatives and important ongoing work
Promoting Continuous Improvement through written communications, verbal presentations, and conversations throughout the ministry
Working with business areas, communications, and other professionals to promote effective change management with the adaption of new business processes. This will involve providing coaching, advice, and problem-solving support to the leaders of the business areas.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.Qualifications
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-standardsRequired:
University graduation in a related field
PLUS 6 years progressively responsible related experience
Black Belt certification in Lean Six Sigma
Business management, project management, change management, process improvement and related tools and techniques.
Equivalency: Related experience or education (e.g., related diploma) may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis.Assets:
Master Black Belt certification
Certification in change management (PROSCII), Project Management, or facilitation
Experience in supporting the development or deployment of a LSS or CI program from within a large organization
Experience in coaching process improvement projects, including Lean, Six Sigma, or LSS.
Notes
This position is a Permanent Full – Time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).
Applicants are required to provide a cover letter and resume including details describing their Lean Six Sigma program experience and summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Resumes without cover letters detailing the above may not be considered
Please indicate duration of employment (month, year) and specify employment status (i.e. Casual, part-time, or full-time)Ex: Continuous Improvement Specialist, Jan 2006 - June 2009, full-time
For any Post-Secondary Education:Please specify your major and length of program and the year you graduatedEx: Bachelor of Industrial Engineering, 4-year Degree (Graduated 2017).
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.
APS CompetenciesCompetencies 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.
Agility: you consistently take action and remain objective under pressure by making well-thought through decisions
Build Collaborative Environments: you promote positive conflict resolution by identifying issues and facilitating discussion and/or coaching to constructively resolve conflict
Systems Thinking: you take a holistic and long-term view of challenges and integrate in-depth knowledge of underlying issues, the political environment, and potential risks when considering possible actions
Creative Problem Solving: you identify several analytical techniques and sources of knowledge to break apart complex problems.
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 Jenny Luong at Jenny.Luong@gov.ab.ca
