Job Information
Job Title: Systems Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 70076
Ministry: Education
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 15, 2025
Classification: Systems Analyst Level 2
Salary: $2,884.45 to $3,960.46 bi-weekly ($75,284 - $103,368/year)
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Ministry of Education
Alberta Education supports students, parents, teachers and administrators from Early Childhood Services (ECS) through Grade 12. Share your talent, your leadership and your success as you shape the future of education in Alberta.
Analytics Unit
The analytics unit is responsible for providing psychometric advice regarding the design, development, and enhancement of testing, marking, scoring, and results reporting for all provincial assessments (provincial achievement tests, diploma exams, and literacy/numeracy assessments), as well as the new Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) assessments multiple times each school year. There are numerous deadlines associated with the scoring and reporting of provincial assessments. It is crucial that student results are reported accurately, and the data is also used as part of the Assurance Framework. In addition to providing psychometric oversight and IT support for current provincial assessments and the new CAEC assessments, the unit’s advice is also required for the new digital online assessment solutions.
For more information on the Ministry of Education, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/education.aspx.
As part of the analytics unit, the Systems Analyst reports to the Senior Manager, Scoring and Reporting. Provincial Assessment sector delivers and administers early years literacy and numeracy assessments, provincial achievement tests (PATs), diploma exams, and Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) assessments.
The Systems Analyst provides technical leadership in the delivery of information technology applications development and maintenance services within the sector and Alberta Education. The position serves as a technical and analytic resource in addition to providing a comprehensive range of information technology applications support activities.
In this role, you will be responsible for the following activities within the Analytics unit:
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.
This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:
University graduation in computer science or a related discipline plus two years directly related experience or equivalent as described.
Equivalency:
Degree related to Computer Science and at least two years directly related experience, or
Equivalency: Two-year diploma related to computer technology and four years directly related experience or other equivalent combinations of relevant coursework and experience (i.e., one-year certificate from recognized post-secondary institution and five years related experience).
Assets:
Refer to: www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.
This posting is for one permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Work location is in 44 Capital Boulevard, 10044 108 St NW, Edmonton.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in
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How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Rashi Vaktania at Rashi.Vaktania@gov.ab.ca.
For any questions or interest regarding this employer and the application process, please contact:
Mohammad Haidar
Join us in shaping Alberta's future. As the Government of Alberta, we are committed to creating a stronger province for generations to come. The Alberta Public Service works to deliver a vast array of programs and services to meet the needs of Albertans.
With a diverse range of rewarding employment opportunities, we foster an environment that promotes continuous learning and career growth. As one of the largest employers in Alberta, our team is driven by values of respect, accountability, integrity, and excellence. Together, we share a common vision of building a stronger province, making a positive and lasting difference in the lives of Albertans.