Board Officer at Government of Alberta
Edmonton, AB, Canada -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 25

Salary

68561.0

Posted On

20 Jun, 25

Experience

1 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Timelines, Materials, Case Management Software, Public Administration, Compensation Issues, Microsoft Word, Funding, Training, Bulletins, Communication Skills, Collaboration, Administrative Law, Interpersonal Skills, Powerpoint, Team Building, Outlook, Legislation

Industry

Human Resources/HR

Description

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 72283
Ministry: Municipal Affairs
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 23, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment (023PSAMA)
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 to $90,011 / year)
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs supports municipalities in providing well-managed, fiscally responsible, and accountable local government to Albertans. This includes administering municipal grant programs; delivering advisory and capacity-building supports; providing municipal services and managing public lands in the province’s three Special Areas; and overseeing the safety codes system in the province. The ministry also fosters stronger, safer communities across the province, and enables local governments to facilitate Alberta’s economic prosperity.

TRAINING & KNOWLEDGE SHARING:

  • Develop and deliver training sessions and materials for Board Members and stakeholders
  • Prepare communications including bulletins, briefing notes, and newsletter content
  • Simplify complex legal or procedural issues for various audiences
  • Represent the Board at speaking engagements or stakeholder events

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to
A degree in a related field such as Business Administration, Public Administration, Law, Planning, , plus a minimum two years of directly related work experience or assessment accreditation with extensive years of related experience. Equivalencies will be considered.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered based on:

  • 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
  • 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

Assets:

  • Knowledge of administrative law (principles of natural justice and fairness) and quasi-judicial dispute resolution processes.
  • Case/project management methods, principles and techniques.
  • Familiarity with Land and Property Rights Tribunal procedures, rules and practices.
  • Knowledge of land planning in Alberta, municipal administration.
  • Knowledge of surface rights and related compensation issues.
  • Working understanding of legislation and regulations relevant to LPRT, including:
  • Municipal Government Act
  • Surface Rights Act
  • Provincial Priorities Act
  • New Home Buyer Protection Act
  • Expropriation Act
  • Awareness of consultation processes and principles of effective communication, especially in a government context

Skills and Abilities:

  • Leadership abilities, including team building, motivation, and influence.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills for internal and external audiences.
  • Strong organizational and time management capabilities.
  • Effective facilitation, consensus and team building skills.
  • Ability to network and build strong and lasting relationships/partnerships/ alliances.
  • Ability to manage resources, and time commitments of concurrent cases involving collaboration with multiple stakeholders.
  • Well-developed interpersonal skills for effective client and stakeholder interactions.
  • Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently or lead a team.
  • Skilled in managing change and adapting to evolving priorities and timelines.
  • Ability to synthesize information and provide recommendations.
  • Ability to effectively prioritize.
  • Proficient investigative skills to ensure responsible use of funding.
  • Daily proficiency in computer systems and software, including:
  • Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Internal case management software
Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly organized, analytical, and service-oriented Board Officer to support the efficient, fair, and timely management of complex applications and appeals. This role plays a critical function in ensuring administrative processes align with legislative requirements and the principles of natural justice. The Board Officer acts as a subject matter expert and key liaison throughout the life cycle of a file—providing procedural guidance, coordinating hearings, summarizing submissions, and drafting decisions. This position requires the ability to manage competing priorities while facilitating effective communication among Board members, parties to the appeals, and various stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:

Case Management & Hearing Coordination:

  • Manage complex applications/appeals from intake to hearing and decision issuance
  • Provide procedural advice and scheduling support to parties
  • Coordinate hearings across Alberta, including travel as required
  • Facilitate panel review and summarize application materials, disclosures, and submissions
  • Draft decisions and Board orders, ensuring legal conformity and timely release

Legal Analysis & Board Support:

  • Conduct background research and interpret legislation, board decisions, and relevant case law
  • Identify sensitive issues and brief panel members accordingly
  • Guide the decision-making process to ensure adherence to administrative law and evidentiary standards
  • Ensure consistency and clarity in decision documentation and legal interpretation

Stakeholder Engagement & Client Service:

  • Build effective relationships with internal teams, external stakeholders, and parties to appeals
  • Lead discussions to clarify Board procedures and promote understanding of legislative mandates
  • Provide expert responses to inquiries, including those from ministry leaders, MLAs, the Ombudsman, and FOIP officials
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