Regional Planning Analyst

at  Government of Alberta

JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 61366
Ministry: Environment and Protected Areas
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 15, 2024
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment (024PSAMA)
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/year)
We support Albertans in being proud stewards of air, land, water, and biodiversity by leading the work required for the desired environmental outcomes and sustainable development of natural resources.

QUALIFICATIONS

University graduation in (Political Science, public administration, social sciences, business administration, education, or a related field) in a field related to the position assignment, supplemented by four years progressively responsible related experience in public policy or land and natural resource planning development or implementation, or equivalent, is required.

DIRECTLY RELATED EDUCATION OR EXPERIENCE CONSIDERED ON THE BASIS OF:

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

Looking to build relationships across Alberta? Interested in supporting strategic policy objectives that positively impact the land use and natural resource development in Alberta?
The Land Use Secretariat is seeking an engaging, collaborative, and team-oriented individual who has knowledge and experience fostering relationships and engaging a diverse range of parties and coordinating consultation for land use planning and land stewardship tools under Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA).
Reporting to either the Manager, Regional Planning North or South, the Regional Planning Analyst is a senior professional position that contributes significantly to advancing ALSA Regional Plans through provision of planning, research, and analysis to inform and shape regional planning and LUF policy, implementation options, and development and implementation options for Land Stewardship Tools.

Key Responsibilities:

• Identify issues, analyze relevant information, lead environmental scanning exercises, and coordinate responses.
• Draft materials for decision-making, review plans, and provide value-added information in a timely manner.
• Lead and coordinate committees’ priority initiatives and represent the Secretariat in committees and working groups.
• Establish strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders and other jurisdictions, liaising with stakeholders to gather, exchange and analyze information, and provide resulting advice, input, and recommendations.
• Provide advice and recommendations to the Regional Planning Manager and other senior and executive leaders to inform branch planning, operations, and reporting.
• Research and develop consistent guides, tools, and processes for regional planning system design.
• Research diverse perspectives and develop recommendations related to policy, cumulative effects management approaches, integration and trade-off tools, and scenario models.
• Support establishment of Regional Advisory Councils ensuring participation from public, stakeholders, industries, municipalities, and Indigenous groups.
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with other GOA ministry partners and represent LUS at stakeholder and cross-ministry engagement meetings.
• Participate in engagement and consultation with internal and external stakeholders to address emerging issues and provide clarity.
• Conduct analysis of draft regional planning policy options and identify areas of alignment and potential gaps.
• Support the development of performance indicators and conduct research on policy and practices in other jurisdictions.
• The Secretariat works in a fast-paced environment supporting executive level decision-making and deals with a large volume of policy issues and decisions. As such the position must balance competing interests and priorities in an effective and efficient manner. Time management, organization and coordination skills are essential.

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