JOB INFORMATION

Requisition ID: 74457
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open
Closing Date: September 3, 2025
Classification: Executive Manager 1

ABOUT US

The Ministry of Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and secure communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system that is administered according to the law. Working alongside partners in law enforcement, health, the judiciary, social services, and the criminal justice system as well as other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta.
For further information, visit the ministry website at

QUALIFICATIONS

Success in this role calls for a leader with a background including significant related senior management leadership experience within an executive environment. You bring a strong systems thinking lens, an understanding of government policy and legislation, as well as issues management to the role. You have demonstrated experience excelling in a fast-paced environment where issues and priorities can quickly shift. Your exceptional interpersonal skills will support your ability to work effectively with diverse, complex stakeholders to manage broad expectations and interests. You have demonstrated skills and ability to collaborate and influence others across multiple areas without direct authority. You have a high degree of political acuity, are agile, and solutions-oriented. A respected leader with experience leading staff, you are committed to building strong lines of communication and trust as well as empowering your teams to achieve results through performance excellence. Post-secondary education is preferred.

Reporting to the Deputy Minister (DM), you will be the main point of contact for the Deputy Minister’s Office (DMO) and act as the liaison and key resource for strategic support, advice and assistance to ministry staff, the Minister’s Office (MO) and Minister’s Chief of Staff, Executive Council, and other ministry DMOs. As a trusted advisor to the DM, you will contribute to the overall planning and strategic direction for the ministry by providing the interface between the political and operational functions of the ministry and Minister’s Office. Your success in the role will be demonstrated through effective leadership ensuring ministry initiatives align with government priorities in support of Executive Team and Assistant Deputy Ministers. You play a pivotal role in ministry-wide policy synchronization, managing high profile/sensitive issues, and extensive interaction with industry; Agencies, Boards and Commissions; and external service providers. Your exceptional communication skills and influence will lend to strong networks and relationships with complex stakeholders and partners. You have experience leading professional teams, and you demonstrate an understanding of government and department priorities.