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Senior Policy Advisor

Government of Alberta · Transportation and Economic Corridors

This job in plain words

This permanent full-time job in Edmonton supports the Strategic Policy branch in building policy, system planning and legislation for Alberta's transportation system. The role advises senior leaders, including Assistant Deputy Ministers, the Deputy Minister and elected officials, and is open to any qualified person.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. The posting does not state citizenship or work permit rules.

Education
Bachelor's degree · University graduation in a related field. Equivalent combinations of diploma or certificate plus experience, or eight years of related experience, are accepted. A related master's degree is an asset.
Experience
Four years of progressively responsible related experience, including policy, project management and public engagement. Transportation and legislation experience is strongly desired.
Job type
Full-time, permanent. Hours are 36.25 per week, Monday to Friday, 8:15 am to 4:30 pm.

What they ask for:

  • University graduation in a related field, such as public administration or political science
  • Four years of progressively responsible related experience
  • Experience managing and implementing complex projects
  • Experience in policy analysis, development and evaluation
  • Experience in public engagement and consultation
  • Strong written and verbal communication and analytical skills

What you would do

  • Lead policy research and analysis on options, risks, costs and benefits
  • Prepare briefing notes, reports and Cabinet materials for senior officials
  • Coordinate projects and stakeholder engagement across ministries and partners
  • Manage external contractors, including requests for proposals and evaluations
  • Analyse complex transportation issues and recommend solutions to senior leaders
  • Share knowledge and build policy skills within internal and external teams

How to apply

Apply online through the official posting. Show clearly how your education, experience and competencies match the requirements, and include dates for all education and work in your resume.

Good to know:

  • Final candidates must pass a criminal records check, and candidates pay their own costs for checks and interview travel
  • Out-of-province applicants can get required checks from the province where they live
  • The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower classification level
  • Competencies such as systems thinking, drive for results, agility and creative problem solving are assessed

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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