Adjudicator, Impaired

Government of Alberta•Edmonton, AB

4d•Onsite

About The Position

SafeRoads is responsible for conducting reviews for individuals wanting to challenge an IRS penalty for an alcohol or drug-related driving contravention under the Traffic Safety Act within a 30-day legislated timeline. Information regarding SafeRoads can be found by visiting our website at: https://www.alberta.ca/saferoads-alberta. Are you ready to make a real difference in the lives of Albertans? Join Alberta Justice as a SafeRoads Adjudicator, where your decisions will help improve road safety, uphold justice, and protect communities from the dangers of impaired driving. Be part of a resolute team committed to fairness, accountability, and innovation. As a SafeRoads Adjudicator, you will independently review administrative penalties, assess evidence, and issue well-reasoned decisions to promote road safety and justice. This role combines critical thinking, communication, and legal expertise in a fast-paced, high-impact environment.

Requirements

Cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's responsibilities, used to assess writing and communication skills.
A related university degree (i.e., Public Administration, Public Policy, Law, Business Administration, Criminal Justice, or related discipline), supplemented by at least six (6) progressive experience in the following areas: decision writing, analyzing evidence and factual disputes, making findings of fact, interpreting and applying legislation and policy in complex situations, writing briefings that include setting out options and making recommendations.
Interpretation and understanding of legislation including the Traffic Safety Act and its regulations, the Provincial Administrative Penalties Act (PAPA) and its regulations and the Criminal Code (Canada).
Working knowledge in information management systems and Office 365.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with SafeRoads adjudication or other tribunals.
Experience writing formal adjudication decisions.
Knowledge about tribunals and the administrative law process.
Working experience analyzing evidence or research and providing recommended options.
Working knowledge with Alberta’s traffic legislation and roadway laws.

Responsibilities

Evaluating written and oral submissions to resolve factual disputes.
Conducting teleconference and video hearings with professionalism and impartiality.
Drafting well-structured, legally sound written decisions.
Staying informed on relevant legislation, case law, and regulatory changes.
Ensuring adherence to procedural fairness and natural justice in every review.
Collaborating with peers to maintain consistency and quality in decision-making.
Contributing to program improvement through feedback and recommendations.