Intergovernmental Priorities Coordinator – Government of Alberta

Title of the Job: Intergovernmental Priorities Coordinator

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Intergovernmental Priorities Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 63330
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 23, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4
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: .Public Safety and Emergency Services
Keeping Alberta communities safe and secure, and ensuring our province is prepared for and resilient to the impacts of disasters.The Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services is committed to protecting Albertans and keeping our communities safe. Our responsibilities include working with partners in law enforcement, justice, health, and social services for a fair and accessible justice system that upholds rule of law while supporting the needs of individuals.For more information about the Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services, please visit .Role ResponsibilitiesAre you interested in working with an extremely impactful team? Do you have a knack for coordination? The Intergovernmental Priorities Coordinator is responsible for:

• Facilitating and coordinating the timely sharing of Federal, Provincial and Territorial (FPT) information across the department to ensure effective departmental participation in intergovernmental forums and relationships.
• Building positive relationships with key FPT contacts both departmentally and across Canada.
• Maximizing the impact and presence of Alberta on the national FPT stage.
• Briefing management on emerging and continuing FPT issues.
• Increasing internal staff knowledge and capacity on intergovernmental relations.

As the ideal candidate, you possess an aptitude for leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making, as well as mature judgment, tact, and diplomacy. The position has a significant role in developing and maintaining a strategic departmental approach to its intergovernmental agenda, priorities, and relationships.If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we encourage you to apply!Please click on this for a more detailed description of the role.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: .

• Creative Problem Solving – Completes research, analysis and identifies solutions to improve outcomes for Albertans related to public safety.
• Drive for Results – Proactively explores and acts on opportunities to collaborate with other provincial and national partners to achieve desired outcomes while adhering to required timelines.
• Build Collaborative Environment – Promotes collaboration and positive relationships with FPT partners and builds commitment to reach desired ministerial results as per the ministry’s business plan.
• Agility – Regularly adapts to changing priorities, adjusts projects and deliverables to take advantage of opportunities, explains the impact of changes to tasks to management.
• Systems Thinking – Considers the bigger picture when evaluating, researching and conducting analysis.

QualificationsMinimum Requirements:

• University graduation in sociology, political science, human ecology, public administration, criminal justice, or a related field
• PLUS minimum of 4 years in a similar role

Equivalencies will be considered based on one-year experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.The following knowledge or experiences are considered assets:

• Experience in collaborating with federal, provincial, and territorial (FPT) working groups.
• Experience preparing and coordinating excellent policy documents, reports, briefing notes, and/or presentations providing recommendations within a tight timeline.
• Experience operating in a highly political and technical environment with knowledge of the government policy cycle and approval process.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
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• Office is located in Edmonton, Alberta
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)

Other Application Information:

• A covering letter is preferred in your application.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interview.
• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume e.g. Jan 2022 to Dec 2023
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
• 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 has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• 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 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 for more information. Please visit , 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)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).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 Ozien Chukwuemeka at .

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