Senior Policy Analyst
About The Position
The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration is responsible for leading efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting Alberta’s entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, helping attract, recruit and retain skilled workers, and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces. The Workplace Policy and Legislation branch is within the Safe, Fair and Healthy Workplaces division of the Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration. The Workplace Policy and Legislation branch is a fast-paced and results-oriented environment that strives for excellence while developing and fostering cooperative relationships across the Government of Alberta and with external stakeholders. The branch is comprised of three units that focus on employment standards, labour relations, as well as occupational health and safety and workers' compensation policy and legislation.
Requirements
- University graduation in Social Sciences (Economics, Geography, Sociology) or in a related field.
- Four years of related experience.
- Ability to analyze complex issues and generate realistic options and recommendations.
- Knowledge of Alberta labour-related activities and relevant provincial and federal policies and legislation.
- Excellent writing, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and tasks simultaneously.
- Knowledge of research methodologies and the ability to interpret qualitative and quantitative research results.
- Resume and cover letter that specifically demonstrate qualifications against job requirements, including education, experience, and relevant competencies.
- Resumes should include dates (year and month) of previous experience.
Responsibilities
- Develops high quality research and policy analysis on a range of intergovernmental labour issues.
- Conducts research and analysis of identified topics and policy issues.
- Engages in policy consultation.
- Develops communication documents relevant to Alberta's labour policy and programs.
- Provides project management support for the Canadian Association of Administrators of Labour Legislation (CAALL) and its various federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) working groups.
- Prepares briefing material for meetings and teleconferences of CAALL Ministers, Deputy Ministers and Senior Officials.
- Cooperates and collaborates with Labour staff and officials in other divisions, ministries, and the federal government, particularly as it relates to issues of shared priorities relating to labour legislation, including programming or policy development.
Benefits
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
- Leadership and mentorship programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
