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Government of Alberta

CAD 100.000 - 125.000

Job Title: Director, Policy, Legislation and Governance
Job Requisition ID: 67152
Ministry: Treasury Board & Finance
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 26, 2025
Classification: Senior Manager (Zone 2)
Salary: $4,274.26 to $5,427.68 bi-weekly ($111,558 - $141,662/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. The Ministry of Treasury Board and Finance (TBF) is tasked with high profile and highly impactful work that reaches across all ministries and numerous provincial agencies, and which impacts all Albertans. TBF has responsibility for 42 Acts, in addition to related regulations.

As the Director, Policy, Legislation, and Governance, you will report directly to the Executive Director, Legislative Projects. You will be a key conduit between the Ministry’s leadership team and Alberta’s central policy coordination and executive bodies. This position demands exceptional political acumen, expert negotiation skills, and a proactive mindset to anticipate challenges before they arise. You will champion TBF’s legislative and regulatory strategies, ensure compliance with statutory obligations, and lead the governance framework that supports the Ministry’s agencies, boards, and commissions.

Your work will span diverse initiatives, including legislative and regulatory amendments, cabinet reports, governance of public agencies, ministerial orders, and orders in council. The environment is fast-paced and requires strong ability to navigate complex political landscapes, making this role ideal for a driven professional eager to have real and lasting impact.

In this multifaceted leadership role, you will:

1. Strategically Advise on Policy and Legislation
   1. Provide high-level advice to executive leadership on government policy, legislation, and regulatory agendas.
   2. Interpret government direction to ensure proposals align with TBF’s and Alberta’s strategic priorities.
   3. Oversee proposals destined for Cabinet, Executive Council, and other government decision-making bodies.
   4. Ensure all submissions, legislative packages, and governance documents are complete, accurate, and timely.
2. Oversee Governance of Public Agencies
   1. Develop and implement governance best practices for TBF agencies, boards, and commissions.
   2. Monitor evolving organizational priorities and proactively shift governance strategies to meet emerging needs.
3. Build and Manage Key Relationships across Government
   1. Collaborate with the Minister’s Office, Deputy Minister’s Office, and TBF divisions (including senior ADM and Executive Director levels).
   2. Maintain strong diplomatic relations across government to navigate political sensitivities effectively.
4. Lead Policy and Legislative Projects
   1. Lead and manage multiple large-scale policy and legislative projects simultaneously.
   2. Apply sound judgment and critical thinking to address complex, often unprecedented, policy challenges.

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:

1. Agility: Champions a plan of action and finds ways to overcome or remove barriers.
2. Drive for Results: Demonstrates acumen to lead team members to identify, navigate and solve challenges.
3. Develop Self and Others: Champions and highlights the strategic importance of ongoing development and learning.
4. Build Collaborative Environments: Demonstrates ability to work productively with other teams towards desired outcomes.
5. Develop Networks: Is strategic in the impression that is being made on others.
6. Systems Thinking: Demonstrates political acumen in anticipating and responding to developments in a manner consistent with the organization's vision.
7. Creative Problem Solving: Actively encourages a culture of innovation and imaginative thinking.

A university degree in social sciences, business, law, or a related discipline, plus at least seven years of related experience in policy development and legislative processes is required. The following are considered assets:

1. A graduate degree in a related field.
2. Demonstrated experience in Government approvals and decision-making procedures.
3. Project management experience, particularly in large-scale or multi-stakeholder initiatives.
4. High-level stakeholder engagement and political acumen.

This position is a permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Location: Terrace Building, 9515 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, AB.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications.

What we offer:

• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance

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.

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.