Resource Development Consultant
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. Ministry of Education and Childcare Through safe and caring schools for all students, Alberta’s government is making life better by investing in education – one of the most important investments we can make in our future. The Ministry is responsible for: developing and evaluating curriculum; teacher development and certification; supporting students with diverse learning needs; funding and supporting school boards; First Nations, Métis and Inuit and Francophone education; and overseeing basic education policy and regulations. For more information on the Ministry of Education and childcare, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/education-and-childcare.aspx Role Responsibilities Are you passionate about shaping the future of education in Alberta? The Resource Development Consultant plays a key role in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of high-quality learning and teaching resources that support Alberta’s Kindergarten to Grade 12 (K–12) curriculum. This position contributes to strategic initiatives that ensure resources are current, relevant, and aligned with ministry priorities.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in a related field plus five years related experience or equivalent.
- Equivalency: Bachelor's Degree in a related field plus seven years of related experience.
- Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
- Must have a valid Alberta Permanent Professional Certificate in teaching.
- Bilingualism in English and French is required.
Nice To Haves
- Strong project management and organizational skills, with experience managing multiple priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Knowledge of Alberta’s K–12 education system and relevant legislation (e.g., Education Act).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external stakeholders.
- Proficient in research, data analysis, and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
- Skilled in problem solving, decision-making, and applying sound judgment.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint, Teams) and other tools such as Adobe Acrobat Pro.
- A Master’s degree in a related field.
- Teaching experience in the Alberta K–12 context.
- For professional work related to Communications (e.g. Public Affairs Officer), a directly related diploma is considered equivalent to university graduation in a related field.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and analysis to inform the development and prioritization of curriculum-aligned resources, drawing on current educational research and stakeholder input.
- Manage resource development projects, including permissions, procurement, and coordination with internal teams or external partners through grants and contracts.
- Establish and maintain strong communication and collaborative relationships with stakeholders across the education sector to ensure timely information sharing and issue resolution.
- Support the identification of emerging needs and trends in education to guide resource planning and development.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of resource development processes and participate in strategic initiatives as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support divisional 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
Mid Level
