JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 75414
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton and Calgary
Full or Part-Time: Full-time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
One (1) in Edmonton
One (1) in Calgary
Scope: Open
Closing Date: September 22,2025
Classification: Manager, Zone 2
Salary: $3,339.00 to $4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,147 - $117,275/year)
The Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. To follow this link, find out more about our department
The staff members of the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner are committed to the provision of high-quality services to Albertans. Activities performed enable the Office to certify the cause and manner of death in accordance with the Fatalities Inquiries Act; provide forensic service, assist in educating Albertans in time of grief; and develop and maintain a center of excellence in forensic pathology and toxicology.
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QUALIFICATIONS

University degree in Business, Health, Law and Science with a minimum of four years relevant experience. In addition, there is a requirement of a minimum 3 of those years working in a morgue and/or laboratory environment.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Do you possess strong management skills and have comprehensive knowledge of autopsy/morgue unit operations and/or a medical laboratory operation. If so, we have an incredible opportunity available with the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner (OCME). There are two (2) permanent Manager, Morgue Operations positions available: One (1) in Calgary & One (1) in Edmonton locations.
Reporting directly to the Chief Medical Examiner, the Manager, Morgue Operations will oversee all aspects of the OCME autopsy unit including morgue/autopsy, radiology, and histology for each location. This unique opportunity will leverage your exceptional leadership and operational management skills to drive results and deliver meaningful impact to both OCME and the people of Alberta. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a key liaison between OCME senior leadership and the operational units, ensuring effective communication, resource coordination, and service excellence. You will work closely with the Director of Operations, Executive Director, Manager of Operations, Executive Deputy Chief Medical Examiner, and Operational Team Leads across both OCME locations.
We are looking for a leader to create a positive and productive work environment. The successful candidate will have proven leadership, and supervisory experience along with strong communication, and strategic thinking abilities. There is an expectation the Manager will have a background in operations in a dynamic environment and in addition, have experience in project management and change management.
The manager will complete ongoing evaluations, look for operational effectiveness, and identify modifications or process improvements for the OCME. Responsibilities will include human resources, procurement, managing the operational budget for their respective location and experience in financial management, budgeting and forecasting is a must. Procurement and contract management experience will be necessary. They will be responsible for the management of the autopsy facilities, autopsy equipment including radiology equipment and other operational processes to support the OCME.
As the Manager Morgue Operations, you will be responsible for strategic workforce and human resources management for the team including recruitment, performance improvement and disciplinary management along with the termination of staff. At times, difficult conversations can be necessary, and we are looking for a candidate that can demonstrate strong experience in strategic people management. The OCME staff that you will manage are bargaining unit and experience-managing staff governed by a collective agreement is required. The expectation of this role will require independent management of the team with minimal oversight.
The successful candidate(s) will require expertise in dealing with a variety of internal and external stakeholders’ relationships with exceptional communication skills. They will be required to keep the operations running smoothly and safely. You will need to be adept at problem solving. Being agile will be necessary and you will be required to respond to multiple and conflicting priorities on a daily basis.
The subject matter of the work that this position will be exposed to is tragic in nature. Exposure to deceased individuals may occur while working within the worksite. Candidates who have experience in working in such environments such as death investigation and/or have good self-care strategies, will be beneficial given the OCME environment.

ROLE CON’TD.

Responsibilities will include:

• Providing leadership to respective location OCME Autopsy Unit, including radiology and histology.
• Ensure the budget is managed and will look for efficiencies and improvements to meet GoA standards.
• Providing leadership and direction concerning policies and procedures that enhance the day-to-day operational effectiveness and efficiency for the autopsy unit within the OCME.
• Contract management for suppliers and contractors
• General operational support for the OCME
• Strategic Human Resource planning and management of the OCME staff.
• Financial management of operational budget and forecasting
• Strategic policy development and implementation with senior leadership

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following characteristics:

• Proven leadership and supervisory experience including supervising staff and resolving employee relations challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Exceptional analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Agility and have the ability to prioritize multiple conflicting priorities on a regular basis.
• Proven ability to develop/maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders with tact.
• Knowledge and understanding of the political climate and how it impacts OCME.
• Project and/or business management experience.
• Experience in developing a positive work environment for the staff.
• Experience in performance management.

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