Job Information
Job Title: Industry Development Officer
Job Requisition ID: 72463
Ministry: Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration
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 17, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/year)
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Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration
The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration (JETI) enhances Alberta's competitive advantage by creating the conditions that will help more Albertans prosper. This includes delivering policies and programs that grow and diversify the economy; attracting and developing a highly skilled workforce; and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces.
Economic Strategy and Investment (ESI) Division
The ESI Division is focused on ensuring strategies and related policies are developed with a broad economic lens and line of sight to economic growth, job creation and investment attraction through evidence informed decisions.
Economic Strategy and Industry Competitiveness Branch
Economic Policy and Industry Competitiveness branch supports industry growth and competitiveness by developing economic policy, identifying industrial opportunities and working with stakeholders to realize shared goals. This includes working on complex and high-value investments and assessing barriers for growth in sectors like manufacturing, logistics, aerospace and more. Additionally, the branch offers concierge support to stakeholders with complex business needs, assisting in navigating regulatory barriers, accessing resources and attracting job-creating investments to Alberta.
Industry Relations Unit
The Industry Relations Unit leads external relations with industry and industry associations, gathers industry intelligence and provides customized concierge services for complex, high-impact job-creating investments, with the goal of securing positive final investment decisions that directly supports JETI’s mandate of maximizing economic and job creation benefits to the province.
The Industry Relations Unit also provides dedicated concierge support for select, high-impact job-creating investments with the goal of securing positive final investment decisions (FID) while maximizing economic and labour benefits for the province.
Concierge services are:
To learn more about the Ministry, please click here: https://www.alberta.ca/jobs-economy-trade-and-immigration.
Reporting to the Manager of Advanced Industries, the Industry Development Officer supports the Advanced Industries team and undertakes research, analysis and project coordination activities to inform strategic decision making by senior leadership and affected stakeholders related to economic policy and strategy development.
The primary responsibilities of the Industry Development Officer include:
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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.
Required Competencies:
University graduation in a related field (Business, Engineering, Economics, Arts, Public Administration, Political Science), plus 2 years progressively responsible experience; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
The position requires the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
Assets:
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.
We are currently hiring for one full time permanent position. Work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (36.25 hours/week).
Work location is in Commerce Place,10155 102 Street, Edmonton.
A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a written assignment as part of the selection process
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
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 Donna.M.Lee@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.