SM, Performance Measurement & Analysis

Job Information
Job Title: SM, Performance Measurement & Analysis
Job Requisition ID: 63734
Ministry: Education
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 30th, 2024
Classification: Senior Manager, Zone 1
Salary: ​($3,548.95 to $4,842.27 bi-weekly ($92,627 - $111,767 /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.

Ministry of Education

Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta’s government is making life better by investing in education – one of the most important investments we can make in our future. The Ministry is responsible for developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations.

For more information on the Ministry of Education, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/education.aspx

Systems Assurance Branch

The System Assurance Branch is responsible for strategic leadership and direction in the development and continuous enhancement of the assurance framework for school authorities and schools in Alberta's K-12 education system. The branch works to provide quality data and reporting to serve the Ministry in efforts to use evidence to inform decision-making. This includes working with our colleagues within the ministry and education stakeholders to develop and integrate new performance measures, administration and evaluation of system-wide surveys, and the transformation of data through analysis into meaningful performance results to inform planning and decision-making

Role Responsibilities

The Senior Manager, Performance Measurement & Analysis is a key member of the System Assurance team and provides technical leadership for the review, revision and development of performance measures to meet the evolving requirements of the assurance framework. In collaboration with team members, the Senior Manager ensures that performance measures are accurately analyzed for reporting and results are available, accessible, and responsive to stakeholder and Ministry requirements through development and continual enhancement of reports and reporting mechanisms. The Senior Manager has a key role in the Alberta Education Assurance Measures Reporting Application (AEAMRA) or Accountability Pillar Online Reporting Initiative (APORI) project and applies leadership and coordination skills for the administration and evaluation of the Alberta Education Assurance surveys that provide comprehensive data for the Alberta Education Assurance Measures.

Reporting to the Director, System Assurance, this position performs work in accordance with relevant government and Ministry legislation, regulations, policies, and guidelines.

Most important outcomes:

• Alberta Education Assurance Measures are developed, reviewed, and refined to meet evolving requirements of the assurance framework
• Performance measures are accurately analyzed for reporting and results are available, accessible, and responsive to stakeholder and Ministry requirements through development and continual enhancement of reports and reporting mechanisms.
• A new assurance measures online reporting system is developed and implemented to support the data analytical needs of school authorities and the Ministry as it relates to the assurance framework or other Ministry data sharing frameworks.
• Policies and processes associated with the development, administration, and evaluation of Alberta Education Assurance (AEA) surveys are established to support measurement of performance throughout the education system.
• Analytical/BI products are used by Ministry business areas in support of decision-making
• Analytical/BI products are used by school authorities in support of student success
• High quality products are supported by strong methodology and data
• Strong linkages with Ministry and school authority leadership result in a high level of confidence in the work done by the Senior Manager and the branch.
• Strong linkages and work relationships with other research and analytic members of the Ministry

Role Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

1. Provincial assurance measures are developed, reviewed, and refined to meet evolving requirements of the assurance framework.

• Leads development of new or companion measures for the assurance framework
• Develops the approach for integrating new measures into existing structures (framework, surveys, systems)
• Oversees testing of new measures to ensure validity and reliability, liaising with school, school authority and Ministry stakeholders to promote understanding of new measures and connections to existing ones.
• Engages with school, school authority and Ministry stakeholders to promote understanding of new measures and connections to existing ones and the importance and applications of new measures.
• Performance measure methodologies are developed, assessed and regularly reviewed to ensure validity and reliability and meet established needs and outcomes.

2. Performance measures are accurately analyzed for reporting and results are available, accessible, and responsive to stakeholder and Ministry requirements through development and continual enhancement of reports and reporting mechanisms.

• Develops methodology framework for analyzing performance measures results and associated data analysis, including application of rigorous standards for data checking and analysis.
• Provides leadership to relevant committees and advisory teams to ensure the development of an integrated and complete online reporting system that meets the needs of school authorities and the Ministry.
• Leads the implementation and enhancement of the AEAMRA/APORI system from the business perspective to provide continually greater value to the Ministry, school authorities, and schools, including leading project groups to execute reporting system requirements and solutions.
• Leads the development, implementation and enhancement of new reporting systems (as required) from the business perspective to execute reporting system requirements and solutions.
• Oversees clarification of business rules and ensures accuracy and completeness of business rules implementation through data-checking and cross-referencing historical data and reports.
• Provides direction for identifying discrepancies that may occur from integrating data from different sources and assists in the development of appropriate and defensible business decisions to overcome design and implementation issues.
• Develops and provides reports and presentations regarding performance results and trends and the impact of results on strategic goals and directions as aligned with the Assurance Framework.
• Provides support to the Director and senior Ministry representatives throughout reporting and presentation of results to the media, public, etc.
• Represents the branch to cross-ministry partners and relevant external IT contractors to ensure the development of an integrated and complete online reporting system that meets the needs of school authorities and the Ministry.

Role Responsibilities

3. Policies and processes associated with the development, administration, and evaluation of Alberta Education Assurance (AEA) surveys are established to support measurement of performance throughout the education system.

• Directs design of surveys distributed to students, parents, and teachers to collect performance data.
• Serves as primary contact for superintendents, principals, and parents for AEA survey questions and issues.
• Directs production and administration of surveys through management of contracted resources and collaboration with Ministry business areas.
• Ensures appropriate quality assurance and validation processes are established and completed on all survey data for inclusion into AEAMRA/APORI.
• Establishes and leads the AEA survey review process to ensure validity of the survey measures and continually refine measures to ensure responsiveness to the assurance framework.

4. Analytical /BI products are used by Ministry business areas in support of decision-making

• Consult with business units on the decisions they make, and their vision for BI products that would support those decisions.
• Have a thorough understanding of the data available in the Ministry (and elsewhere), its nature, quality, availability and relevance to decision-making needs.
• Plan for exploration of the data to uncover useful patterns which can be examined and developed into useful products
• Share prototypes with the business units and work iteratively to evolve the prototype to developed BI products
• Prepare presentations of BI products to various audiences within the Ministry

5. High quality products are supported by strong methodology and data

• Ensure potential data products are supported by peer-reviewed research and best practices across jurisdictions.
• Acquire a thorough understanding of the data to be used in developing the product to ensure it is fit for the analytical purpose.
• Use appropriate statistical and data manipulation methodology.
• Document the development process - have strong and thorough metadata.
• Strong linkages with senior Ministry and school authority officials result in a high level of confidence by those officials in the work done by the Senior Manager and the branch
• Largely accomplished via the activities listed above, but also:
• Interaction with these individuals in a collegial and collaborative manner, showing respect and also demonstrating one's own understanding and capability.
• Working iteratively towards the goals set for any work, and checking at stages in the process to see if things are on track.

Role Responsibilities

6. Strong linkages and work relationships with other research and analytic members within the Government of Alberta

• Briefing papers, action requests responses, and draft correspondence for the Minister and other senior Ministry representatives are prepared in a timely and appropriate manner; advice is provided to the Director for issues with implications for the branch, sector and department.
• Branch, sector and divisional leadership teams are provided with active support and contributions, including contributing to the development, implementation and evaluation of operational plans and the development and maintenance of a shared vision for the branch and sector that defines purpose, outcomes, results and measures in relation to Alberta Education's values and principles.
• Collaborative and consultative relationships and partnerships are continually developed with sector, division, Ministry and government representatives, stakeholders and partners and collaborative processes are actively supported to enhance communication, relationships and efficiency of operations and build leadership capacity

APS Competencies

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

Competencies for this position include:

• Agility – The Senior Manager must individually and through team leadership, anticipate how changes to legislation, policy and department operations may impact the assurance framework, validity and reliability of performance measure results, and ensure effective communication and mitigation strategies..
• Builds Collaborative Environments – The Senior Manager ensures there is clear communication with their team and school authorities regarding key work; leads collaboration with team members and colleagues in other areas to support school authorities results analysis, capacity building and school authority monitoring /evaluation; and, ensures a solution-focused approach with school authority leaders in addressing areas of concerns and improvement.
• Systems Thinking – The Senior Manager must understand and effectively navigate the mutual interaction and impacts of provincial legislation and other policy, the assurance framework, school authority planning and reporting, as well as performance measurement data analytics.
• Creative Problem Solving – Considers the impact of strategies and changes on the work of clients, stakeholders, and team members and supports organization vision and goals through strategic planning and considers relationships between different work approaches and their impact on different programs, divisions and ministries.
• Drive for results - The Senior Manager leads their team to analyze school authority performance results and according to local and provincial outcomes; provides advice to school authority leaders to enhance their planning and reporting process and improve outcomes/results
  

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A University Degree in any of the following: Education, Business or the social sciences is required, with a minimum of 6 years of progressively responsible experience. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis.
• Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on one-for-one basis.

Knowledge and experience required for this role:

• Knowledge and experience in performance measurement, evaluation and business analysis
• Knowledge and experience in statistics and statistical analysis
• Knowledge of issues, developments, and trends associated with the development and implementation of performance measurement and reporting systems and assurance frameworks, particularly as they apply to education systems.
• Broad knowledge of Ministry and GoA policies, procedures and business plans
• Applicable legislation, regulation, and policy guidelines (e.g. Education Act, Sustainable Fiscal Planning & Reporting Act, FOIP, Guide To Education, Funding Manual for School Authorities, etc.)
• Knowledge of Ministry business areas, their responsibilities and information requirements
• Knowledge of data and reporting requirements of school jurisdictions
• Broad understanding of infrastructure, communication protocols, standards, ministry technology tools
• Information system and business productivity software to carry out job responsibilities
• Effective communication skills, verbal, non-verbal and written.

The following knowledge/experience are considered as assets for this position:

• A Master's degree or related graduate work with an emphasis on strategic/business planning, performance measurement or evaluation.
• Strong knowledge and experience with the Assurance Framework, related school authority planning and reporting requirements, and the Alberta Education Assurance Measures (or previous Accountability Pillar)
• Knowledge of /experience with school or school authority planning and reporting process (education plans & annual education results reports) and performance measurement
• Stakeholder engagement and public participation experience or training (e.g. IAP2)
• Effective interpersonal and management skills including problem-solving, decision-making, conflict resolution and mediation
• Project management skills
• Team management and supervisory skills
• Facilitation skills
• Ability to work creatively to leverage information and data
• Well-developed leadership and management skills including inter-personal, mentoring and coaching, performance management, and change management skills. Proven ability to manage politically sensitive issues

Your application must be accompanied with a cover letter that demonstrates how you meet the educational and experience requirements, along with examples to demonstrate the four competencies, noted above.

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

This is a Temporary full-time position based out of Edmonton ending on Feb 16th, 2026. Temporary assignments will be considered for Government of Alberta employees. This role offers a work schedule of Monday to Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm, totaling 36.25 hours per week.

Candidates are encouraged to submit a resumes and cover letters that succinctly demonstrate their qualifications against the job requirements, including education, experience, and relevant competencies. It is important for applicants to ensure their resume and cover letter clearly articulate how their past work experiences align with the role's qualifications and needs.

Resumes must include precise employment dates (month and year) to assist in assessing written communication skills and attention to detail.

The final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo an academic check, references, provide a suitable security screening and may be asked to complete a written exercise and/or assessment.
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.

For more information on the Government of Alberta hiring process, view this link: https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx.

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.
• working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans: Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• 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 agreements.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
  

How To Apply
Applicants 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 Statement
This 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 Rashi Vaktania at [email protected].