Job InformationJob Title: Licensing and Training Specialist Job Requisition ID: 73036Ministry: Transportation and Economic CorridorsLocation: Edmonton or CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: September 2, 2025Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment Salary: $2,626.89 - $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/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 Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) serves as a North American leader in transportation systems, contributing to Alberta’s prosperity through safe, innovative, and sustainable infrastructure. TEC offers a rewarding environment with growth opportunities, work-life balance, and the chance to make an impact on Alberta’s transportation network. For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/transportation-and-economic-corridors.Role Responsibilities
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on road safety and driver education in Alberta? As a Licensing and Training Specialist in the Driver, Carrier and Vehicle Services Division, you’ll ensure that Alberta’s driver training programs and professionals meet the highest standards.
As a Licensing and Training Specialist, you’ll play a key role in regulating and supporting Alberta’s driver training programs and professionals. This dynamic position blends technical oversight, fieldwork, and stakeholder engagement. You’ll ensure that instructors, schools, and examiners meet high standards, while helping shape the future of driver education through training delivery, curriculum review, and policy advice. The role involves travel across Alberta to conduct audits, deliver training, and engage with stakeholders in diverse communities.
Your key responsibilities include:
Licensing and auditing driver training schools, instructors, and examiners to ensure compliance with legislation and standards.
Delivering and evaluating training programs across all licence classes, including Train-the-Trainer sessions and specialized courses.
Conducting road and theory examinations for instructor and examiner applicants, and supporting public testing when needed.
Reviewing and approving curriculum content for programs such as Air Brake, Defensive Driving, Long Combination Vehicle, and School Bus training.
Recommending licensing approvals or disciplinary action based on performance and compliance reviews.
Advising stakeholders on licensing policy, training standards, and regulatory interpretation.
Supporting program improvements through contributions to policy, legislation, and curriculum updates.
Maintaining accurate records, issuing licensing-related inventory, and ensuring data integrity.
This role involves frequent travel—approximately up to 25% of the work schedule—throughout Alberta. It offers a dynamic blend of classroom, on-road, and stakeholder-facing work, ideal for those who thrive in flexible, hands-on environments.
Please click on this link 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.
Build Collaborative Environments: You foster respectful, productive relationships with colleagues, clients, and stakeholders to support shared goals and continuous improvement.
Develop Networks: You engage with diverse partners across the province to share knowledge, support compliance, and promote safe driving practices.
Drive for Results: You consistently deliver high-quality outcomes, balancing regulatory integrity with service excellence in a fast-paced environment.
Agility: You respond effectively to changing priorities, field conditions, and stakeholder needs while maintaining professionalism and accuracy.
Creative Problem Solving: You adapt to evolving needs and challenges by developing practical, learner-focused solutions in training and curriculum design.
Qualifications
Required:
A related university degree (e.g., Education, Criminal Justice, etc.) and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered.
Experience in driver training and licencing.
Eligibility to be licenced as a Driver Examiner in all licence classes.
Ability to read and understand legislation.
Applications without cover letters demonstrating how your skills and experience relate to the role will not be considered. It will be used to assess writing, attention to detail, and communication skills.
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver’s licence or equivalent, and ability and willingness to travel within Alberta.
Preferred:
Related heavy-duty mechanics diploma.
Experience in policy development and legislative processes related to driver training and licensing.
Background in adult education, instructional design, or related fields.
Experience with audits, inspections, or curriculum review in a regulatory environment.
Proficiency with licensing systems (e.g., TSIS, MOVES).
A valid Alberta Class 1 driver’s licence (or equivalent), air brake endorsement, and school bus certification.
Equivalencies are:
A related two-year diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or a minimum of six (6) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.
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
Additional Position Details:
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).
Due to the essential nature of the work, this role requires in-office presence and is not eligible for the hybrid work model.
Recruitment Process:
Pre-employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, driver’s abstract, etc.
Candidates may be required to participate in a written assignment as part of our assessment process.
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.
Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
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 a 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 Tomasz Gruszka at tomasz.gruszka@gov.ab.ca.
