Policy and Project Advisor

Title of the Job: Policy and Project Advisor

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Policy and Project Advisor
Job Requisition ID: 63129
Ministry: Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction
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 22, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17bi-weekly ($71,968- $94,069/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:Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction is a solutions provider. We strive to deliver innovative services to government operations and optimize programs and services for Albertans. We do this by enabling the success of our Ministry partners and Albertans through providing exceptional client focused services that meet and exceed our clients’ expectations. We are looking for collaborative, agile, solutions focused individuals with strong communication skills and a strong service orientation. If that describes you, please read on! To learn more about us, please visit:Consumer Services is responsible for keeping the marketplace safe and consumers and businesses informed of their rights and responsibilities. To achieve this, Consumer Services develops, administers and enforces fair trading and consumer protection legislation, licenses businesses, and registers charitable organizations, cooperatives and cemeteries. The branch also works to develop strategic policy to advance consumer protection across a range of areas by proactively identifying trends in the marketplace and developments across other jurisdictions.Role ResponsibilitiesIf you’re passionate about consumer protection, possess strong analytical skills, and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we want to hear from you! Help us navigate complex challenges and contribute to meaningful solutions that make a difference in our community. Apply today and be a part of something transformative!Reporting to the Director of Strategic Policy, Education and Innovation (SPEI), the Policy and Project Advisor is responsible for:

• Managing projects and leading initiatives for the development, review and amendment of consumer legislation;
• Coordinating and directing research and analysis of consumer-related issues;
• Reviewing and developing government positions on complex issues; and
• Facilitating internal and external stakeholder committees and consultations.

The responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Managing policy development and implementation of projects.
• Providing policy advice and options in support of government policy development activities related to consumer protection.
• Supporting the activities of Statute Administrators, or provide statute administration functions on their behalf as needed.
• Coordinating, interpreting and assessesing research in support of policy development and consumer protection strategic direction.
• Areas of focus may include complex policy and legislative initiatives involving the Condominium Property Act and the Consumer Protection Act, among others.

The position requires the incumbent to possess:

• Excellent writing and composition skills to produce and analyze clear, professional and Cabinet-level correspondence, reports, business cases, briefing notes, policy documents, position papers, and legislative and regulatory proposals.
• Excellent verbal and presentation skills.
• High proficiency with all Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Visio, Excel, Internet Explorer, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and associated computer literacy.

Please click on this to view the job description for this position.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:
.Agility: you will need to provide results in a complex, diverse and changing environment.Drive for Results: you will work with your team to set goals and priorities and to deliver outcomes that are consistent with the direction of the department.Develop Self and Others: you will drive by example a team culture that is focused on continuous learning and growth and encourage self-development through experience sharing.Build Collaborative Environments: you will establish and maintain business relationships with clients, encourage or facilitate discussions and build long lasting relationships.Develop Networks: you will seek out input from a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to solve complex problems and provide the best solutions.QualificationsUniversity graduation in a related field (for example Social Science, Business Administration, or Public Administration or any other related field), plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience is required.Equivalencies may be considered:
Masters degree (related field) and a minimum two (2) years experience , Two Year Diploma ( related field) and a minimum of six (6) years related experience, One year certificate in a related field and a minimum of seven (7) years related experience, No education and a minimum of eight (8) years experience.Assets:

• Knowledge of Alberta’s consumer protection statutes and the legislative process.
• Good understanding of information management and privacy legislation (FOIP).
• Project Management experience.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to .NotesHours of work: Monday – Friday, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm (36.25/week)Positions Currently available: One (1) permanent salaried position.Location: 3rd Floor, Commerce Place, 10155 102 St NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4G8.Please note that a written assessment may be a part of the selection 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.To be considered for this competition, your application must include a well-written cover letter and a resume that indicates how your experience aligns with the scope of this position.Links and information on what the Government of Alberta 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.

• 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 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 Liliane Karara at

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