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Senior Economist
Government of Alberta · Closes in 3 days
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1 Check who can apply You are here
This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the minimum requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.
Education: University degree in a related field, such as economics, health economics, public health administration, statistics or mathematics.
Experience: Four years of postgraduate, progressively responsible related experience, or equivalent education.
What they ask for:
- University degree in a related field, such as economics or statistics.
- Four years of postgraduate, progressively responsible related experience.
- Education and experience can be swapped year for year, as described in the posting.
- Experience with economic or econometric analysis using statistical software.
- Experience writing narrative or statistical reports.
- Knowledge of health data and Alberta health databases is an asset.
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 3 days) Check the closing time on the posting.
Apply online through the official job posting. Include a resume that shows months and years for all education and work experience.
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:
- The job is in the office in downtown Edmonton.
- Final candidates may need pre-employment checks, such as reference, criminal record or academic checks.
- Candidates pay their own costs for required checks and interview travel.
- This competition may be used to fill similar vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or a lower level.
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