Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Program Manager in the Technology Service Operations Division, the Technical Project Manager is the subject matter expert in information technology (IT) and is responsible for leading a team in the development, implementation and execution of information technology projects, and is responsible for a complex specialized area within IT.

The Technical Project Manager oversees complex multi-year corporate projects involving cross-government stakeholders with impacts to interdependent service lines. This position leads project teams, staff and stakeholders to deliver project outcomes aligned with IMT strategic vision, priorities, and goals.

This position is expected to solve technical, business, project and process problems. The position may call upon project resources, stakeholders, business sponsors and any other resources to provide background information and input into the problem. The position will use best practices for establishing alternatives for a solution, evaluation criteria and weighting system for comparing the solutions to recommend an optimal solution to the Steering Committee and project sponsors.

Responsibilities: 

Some of the responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:
•    Strategic Project Management
•    Coordination of Enterprise Projects
•    Project Governance
•    Quality Assurance & Compliance
•    Stakeholder management 
•    Risk management 
•    Leadership 

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:
•    Strong decision-making abilities.
•    Proven skills in managing personnel, resources, and budgets effectively.
•    Expertise in developing and delivering presentations to diverse stakeholder groups.
•    Excellent time management and organizational capabilities.
•    Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
•    Demonstrated leadership and a collaborative team-oriented approach.
•    Well-developed political and business acumen.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

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.

•    Agility: Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, manage resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
•    Creative Problem Solving: Ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.
•    Develop self and others: A commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.
•    Systems Thinking: The work done within the APS is part of a larger integrated and inter-related environment. It is important to know that work done in one part of the APS impacts a variety of other groups/projects inside and outside the APS. Systems thinking allows us to keep broader impacts and connections in mind.

Qualifications

Required:

•    University degree in a related field such as Computer Science, Information Technology. 
•    Four (4) years of directly related experience in IT Project management/coordination.
•    Broad experience managing projects involving technical transforamtions/upgrads and software modernization.
•    Supervisory/leadership experience leading IT professionals in department wide or cross ministry project work or leading complex specialized area within IT.  
•    In-depth knowledge of computer science concepts and methodologies (software, infrastructure, programming, network and mainframe products, and systems management).
 

Equivalencies:

Equivalencies are considered:  

•    A related two-year diploma in related discipline from a recognized post-secondary institution and six (6) years related experience; or
•    A related one-year certificate from a recognized post-secondary institution and seven (7) years related experience.

Assets:

•    Certified Project Management Professional (PMP).
•    Experience in project management methodologies, planning tools, and industry best practices, with a proven track record of leading both classic Waterfall and Agile projects. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and report project status across multiple levels of management. 
•    Experience in developing and executing organizational change management strategies, with a strong track record of driving sustainable customer adoption through effective communication, testing, and training initiatives as part of continuous improvement effort.
•    Extensive experience in procurement, vendor management, and supply chain processes.
•    Strong understanding of occupational health and safety legislation, policies, and compliance controls.
•    Experience in budgeting, cost management, and accounting processes, with demonstrated ability to track actuals and forecasts against overall project budgets using established methods and tools.
•    Experience in quality assurance and quality control methodologies.
•    Adept in identifying, managing, and mitigating project risks, with a strong focus on clear communication and timely resolution to ensure successful project outcomes..
•    Comprehensive technical knowledge of IT systems, including databases, networking, domain administration, security, Exchange, servers, and infrastructure hardware. Proven experience leading projects in these areas, ensuring informed decision-making and effective project execution.
•    Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and managing vendor relationships, with a strong focus on fostering customer ownership and participation in projects, a critical element in driving organizational change.
•    Experience in negotiation and conflict resolution.


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

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent full time position.
Hours of Work: 36.25hrs./ week – Monday to Friday
Location: Edmonton  (Remote)

This position is eligible for remote work. You must reside in Edmonton, Alberta to work remotely.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

 
Additional Information:

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

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.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages- working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs