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Director, South Services
Government of Alberta · Closes in 6 days
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1 Check who can apply You are here
This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Out-of-province applicants can get required documents or checks from the province where they live.
Education: Related bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, law, political science, human resources, education or a related field. A master's degree is an asset.
Experience: Seven years of progressively responsible related experience. Directly related education or experience may be considered on a 1:1 basis.
What they ask for:
- Related bachelor's degree in public administration, business, law, education or similar field
- Seven years of progressively responsible related experience
- Experience overseeing school authorities or independent schools
- Strong mediation, negotiation and consensus-building skills
- Experience leading, coaching and mentoring managers and employees
2 Resume and cover letter
Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.
3 Apply on the official site
Closing date: November 2 (Closes in 6 days) Check the closing time on the posting.
Apply online through the official posting. You must attach a cover letter explaining your qualifications, and include months and years for all education and work experience in your resume.
4 Interview, tests and references
If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.
Good to know:
- This may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level.
- Candidates pay their own costs for required documents, checks and interview travel.
- About 10% of work time involves travel within Alberta.
- Degrees from outside Canada should be evaluated by IQAS or a recognized credential evaluator.
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