JOB INFORMATION

Job Requisition ID: 72744
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: July 9, 2025
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
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 public policy, social science, political science, environmental studies, science, natural resource management, or a related discipline plus 4 years progressively responsible in policy development or related; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: 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.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of four years of experience in policy development, strategic planning, or project management within a government or public-sector context.
• Experience managing complex projects from planning to evaluation, including ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and ensure timely task completion.
• Experience engaging with diverse stakeholders (internal or external).

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

Looking to build relationships across different government ministries? Interested in supporting work to positively impact land use and natural resource development in Alberta?
Reporting to the Manager, Integrated Resource Management Coordination, the Senior Policy Advisor is integral to the Integrated Resource Management System (IRMS) Secretariat, which fosters early and frequent engagement, integration, policy alignment, and management of trade-offs to achieve responsible land and resource development in Alberta. This position is accountable for coordinating policy initiatives, managing projects, and facilitating collaboration among government ministries and agencies. The role exists to support the implementation of IRMS objectives and to ensure that environmental, economic, and social outcomes are achieved effectively in Alberta.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

• Leadership and Coordination: Ensure effective implementation and continuous improvement of key IRMS initiatives.
• Program Development and Delivery: Develop and deliver programs that support staff collaboration and consistent resource policies across the IRMS.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain strong working relationships across multiple departments and stakeholders.
• Project Management: Lead and manage specific projects to ensure successful execution and alignment with IRMS objectives.
• Support to IRMS Secretariat: Provide critical support to the IRMS Secretariat through briefings, planning, and policy implementation.
• Support IRMS Priority Planning Processes: Contribute to the planning and prioritization processes of the IRMS to ensure strategic alignment and effective resource management.
  This is an exciting opportunity for a policy professional who thrives in collaborative environments, is experienced in strategic planning, and is driven to make meaningful impact through policy and program innovation.
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