Job Information
Job Title: Policy Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 84721
Ministry: Public Service Commission
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary (18 months)
Scope: Open competition
Closing Date: August 31, 2026
Classification: Program Services 2 Exempt
Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 bi-weekly ($66,884 - $87,736/year)
The Public Service Commission (PSC) ensures Alberta has a professional, non-partisan and diverse public service that proudly serves Albertans. The expertise and talent that PSC staff bring to their work is critical to our overall success, as our Ministry is responsible for delivering HR services in all HR functional areas, internal communications, and employee engagement to the Government of Alberta.
The Public Agency Secretariat provides advisory services to strengthen governance, recruitment, and compensation practices of Alberta's public agencies, boards, and commissions (ABCs).
The Public Agency Secretariat (PAS) is looking for a Policy Analyst to help strengthen governance, transparency and accountability across Alberta’s public agencies, boards and commissions (ABCs).
This role brings together policy analysis, governance support, recruitment coordination, data and systems administration, reporting and stakeholder engagement. You will help departments and public agencies navigate governance and appointment requirements, support centralized recruitment processes, coordinate compensation disclosure activities, maintain accurate public agency information, and turn complex information into practical advice, tools and decision-ready products.
If you enjoy connecting policy and legislation with practical solutions, working with data and systems, and collaborating with a range of stakeholders, this is an opportunity to contribute to work that supports effective public agency governance across Alberta.
The Job Description is provided for Further details on 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.
A university degree in public administration, business administration, political science, policy studies, arts, humanities, social sciences, or a related field. Candidates with experience supporting policy development, research, analysis, or program implementation, and interpreting legislation, policies, procedures, or governance requirements will be given preference.
Additional Job Requirement
Assets
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Location: Peace Hills Trust Tower, Edmonton.
Hours of Work: 36.25 Hours per week, Monday to Friday.
This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies at equal or lesser classification across the Government of Alberta
Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate.
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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 see Job Application Resources for information.
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
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) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
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 Cindy V Zaiffdeen at Cindy.V.Zaiffdeen@gov.ab.ca.
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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.