Dir. Policy & Legislative Services
About The Position
The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. The Department of Hospitals & Surgical Health Services establishes the Government of Alberta’s strategic direction for health, including advising government on health policy, legislation and standards, and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversight and ensuring accountability across the health system. This position resides in the Ministry of Hospitals & Surgical Health Services under the Strategic Services and Procurement Division, Strategic Policy and Initiatives Branch.
Requirements
- A university graduation in a field related to the position assignment, (Public Administration) supplemented by seven (7) years progressively responsible experience.
- Systems Thinking- Demonstrates a broad understanding of how policy, legislation, governance, and organizational priorities are interconnected, ensuring decisions align with ministry and government objectives.
- Agility- Adapts quickly to changing priorities, emerging issues, and complex environments while maintaining effective coordination and delivery of strategic initiatives.
- Develop Networks- Builds and maintain collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance policy, legislative, governance, and operational objectives.
- Drive for Results-Takes accountability for delivering high-quality outcomes, managing priorities effectively, and achieving strategic objectives within established timelin
Nice To Haves
- A Master’s degree in Public Administration.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management training.
- Change management certification or training (e.g., Prosci or equivalent).
- Leadership and executive development training.
Responsibilities
- Lead ministry-wide policy, legislative, and governance initiatives aligned with government priorities.
- Provide strategic advice to executive leadership on policy development, legislative planning, governance, and Cabinet decision-making processes.
- Oversee the coordination and delivery of Cabinet submissions, briefing materials, legislative proposals, and strategic initiatives.
- Monitor ministry priorities, emerging issues, risks, and projects, ensuring timely reporting and effective implementation.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with ministries, central agencies, stakeholders, and public bodies to advance organizational objectives.
- Direct agency governance, board appointments, accountability frameworks, and compliance with legislative requirements.
- Provide leadership, operational oversight, and workforce development to support a high-performing and collaborative team.
- Manage branch resources, budgets, strategic planning, and continuous improvement activities to achieve ministry goals.
Benefits
- Management Employee Pension Plan (MEPP).
- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information.
- Professional learning and development.
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
