Senior Engagement Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Senior Policy and Engagement Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 64172
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Regular/Temporary: Regular Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: November 8, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 (PS4 Market Adjustment)
Salary: PS4: $2,757.39- $3,604.17 bi-weekly. ($71,967 to $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

Alberta Justice helps ensure all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, the criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. Follow this link to find out more about our department https://www.alberta.ca/justice.aspx

As part of the Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives Division, the Strategic Policy and Planning branch provides strategic and integrated policy and project services for the department of Justice on a wide range of programs and services under department legislation.

Role Responsibilities

The Strategic Policy and Engagement Unit has an exciting opportunity available for policy professionals looking to leverage their skills in a dynamic and complex environment.

This position reports to the Manager of Strategic Policy & Engagement. The Strategic Policy and Engagement Team supports internal and external stakeholder engagement and related project management and policy development activities to support strategic initiatives across the Ministry of Justice. As the Senior Engagement Analyst, you will require effective coordination, analytical, and problem-solving skills to respond to sensitive, diverse and complex issues pertaining to the justice system.

As the Senior Policy and Engagement Analyst you will be:

• Leading the development of strategic engagement plans to support ministry and government priorities.
• Working directly with department experts on engagement activities required to support legislative and policy priorities.
• Coordinating and planning public facing events such as the annual Community Justice Awards.
• Working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, to plan, oversee, analyze, and coordinate implementation of high priority Justice policies and projects.
• Conducting research and policy analysis of relevant information to provide strategic advice and options on a number of major policy initiatives that support the Department’s strategic directions for the justice system.
  

If this sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply and join our team!

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

The following competencies will support your success in this role:

• Develop Networks
• Build Collaborative Environments
• Systems Thinking
• Agility
• Creative Problem Solving
• Drive for Results

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• University graduation in a related field.
• 4 years related policy experience.
  

Equivalencies will be considered based on one-year experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

Assets

• Experience supporting or leading engagement activities including drafting strategic engagement plans and developing engagement materials.
• Experience planning leading and facilitating meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience with government systems, policy cycle and policy approval processes.
• Experience writing reports, briefings, policy documents, and/or presentations with recommendations to senior leadership.
  

Please outline how your qualifications relate to the role in your cover letter. Providing a cover letter is strongly encouraged as your written skills will be evaluated through your cover letter.

Notes

• Full time permanent position located in the Oxbridge Place, Edmonton.
• Hours of work: 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week (Monday – Friday).
• Successful candidates will 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.

What we offer:

• 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
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-human-resource-directives
• 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 TAS Administrator Krista Lammie at [email protected].