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Senior Policy Analyst
Government of Alberta · no closing date given
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1 Check who can apply You are here
The competition is open, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Final candidates must pass a criminal records check.
Education: University graduation in a related field, or equivalent education and experience.
Experience: 4 years of progressively responsible related experience, or equivalent.
What they ask for:
- Ability to interpret and apply legislation and advise on sensitive policy issues.
- Knowledge of government decision-making and policy development processes.
- Strong research and analysis skills, with work done on tight deadlines.
- Excellent listening, writing, organizing and presentation skills.
- Ability to manage several projects and processes at the same time.
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
No closing date given: the posting can close at any time, do not wait.
Apply online through the official Alberta posting. Include a resume with month and year dates, and a required cover letter.
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:
- Applications without a cover letter will be disqualified.
- Candidates pay their own costs for required checks and interview travel.
- The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level.
- Out-of-province applicants can get required checks from their current province.
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