JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 69015
Ministry: Jobs, Economy and Trade
Location: Calgary or Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: April 14, 2025
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: $3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84,609 - $113,859/year)
The Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade is responsible for leading efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting Alberta’s entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, helping recruit and retain workers, and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces by:
Jobs: Helping attract skilled workers and establishing and enforcing Alberta’s employment standards and laws governing the health and safety of Alberta’s workplaces.
Economy: Supporting Alberta entrepreneurs, businesses and communities to drive growth and job creation.
Regional development: Supporting the unique economic development needs of Alberta’s various regions.
Trade and investment: Attracting investment, promoting trade and supporting Alberta businesses’ abilities to access new markets.

EDUCATION:

• A university degree in a field related to the position (e.g. Political Science, Labour Relations, Social Sciences, Communications, Public Policy, and Economics), supplemented by a minimum of four years’ experience working in policy and legislative development, preferably labour relations and/or other related employment legislation. Related experience with investigations and interpretation/application of legislation and Policy is required. Demonstrated leadership or supervisory experience mentoring and coaching individuals is also required.
  Equivalencies:

Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education, and vice versa

Other Requirements:

• Ability to obtain Peace Officer appointment under the Alberta Peace officer Act.

Experience working with labour relations legislation is preferred. Equivalences may be considered.

Assets:

• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
• Knowledge of Courtroom Procedure and Laws of Evidence
• Previous experience with preparation of court briefs
• Experience with contract procurement
• Experience with project management
• Experience with adjudication

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to

We are seeking a strategic leader with investigations and supervisory experience to join Occupational Health and Safety Program Delivery within the Safe, Fair and Healthy Workplaces Division as the Manager of the Special Investigations Unit (SIU).
Reporting to the Director of Investigations, the SIU Manager leads a team of professionals responsible for all non-incident related investigations under Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety legislation. This position is responsible for a team of Lead Investigators, Disciplinary Action Investigators, Technical Advisors, Team Leads, and an Investigations Assistant, with oversight of Disciplinary Action Complaints, Investigation Resolutions and non-incident related investigations taking place across the province including chronic or egregious non-compliance and human trafficking.
The Investigations Manager liaises with internal and external stakeholders including staff, OHS Compliance, other enforcement agencies, the Alberta Labor Relations Board and Specialized Prosecutions with the Ministry of Justice where charges under the Occupational Health and Safety Act are pursued.

To be successful in this role, the successful candidate must possess the following skills:

• Strong ability to interpret and apply legislation, providing support, advice and quality assurance reviews on complex investigations.
• Expertise regarding a full range of investigative and regulatory enforcement functions including adjudication, scene and evidence management, taking statements and recommendation for prosecutions.
• Demonstrated supervisory or management experience and excellent change management, coaching and mentorship capability.
• Experience with building and refining new programs and operational policy.
• Exceptional relationship-building and communications skills, including excellent listening, writing and organizational skills.

If you are a forward-thinking leader who thrives in a fast paced and dynamic environment, this opportunity is for you!
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