Job Information
Job Title: Research Data Coordinator
Job Requisition ID: 72888
Ministry: Executive Council
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary 8-month term
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: July 7, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 – Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/year)
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.
Communications and Public Engagement (CPE) is the Government of Alberta’s full-service communications, public relations and marketing agency.
CPE provides planning, execution and measurement of communications efforts. Its expert staff provides specialized services across the spectrum of communications and marketing from research, design, writing and social media, to event coordination, issues management, digital communications, advertising and public consultation. For information about CPE, visit our website at www.alberta.ca/cpe.
Are you passionate about turning data into meaningful insights that shape public policy and engagement? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where your analytical skills can influence government-wide decision-making? If so, the Government of Alberta invites you to apply for the role of Research Data Coordinator within the Public Engagement Branch of Communications and Public Engagement (CPE).
About the Role:
As a Research Data Coordinator, you will play a pivotal role in supporting quantitative and qualitative research across government. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Research, you will contribute to the design, analysis, and dissemination of public opinion research that informs Alberta’s policies and programs.
This is your opportunity to foster a culture of research excellence and analytical rigor across ministries, while building capacity and enhancing the quality of public engagement.
What You’ll Be Doing:
Research Support & Development
Data Analysis & Reporting
Survey Development & Digital Engagement
Capacity Building & Collaboration
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.
Creative Problem Solving: Thinks critically to uncover root causes and improve systems. Draws on diverse resources and perspectives to develop innovative, practical solutions. Encourages collaboration and open dialogue to address challenges effectively.
Agility: Adapts quickly to change and remains composed under pressure. Uses experience and common sense to navigate uncertainty. Embraces new ideas and supports others through transitions.
Systems Thinking: Understands how individual actions impact broader organizational goals. Anticipates long-term outcomes and integrates diverse perspectives. Aligns strategies with public service values and collaborates across teams.
Develop Networks: Establishes trust and credibility with internal and external stakeholders. Builds and maintains professional networks to support collaboration and knowledge sharing. Represents the organization with integrity and purpose.
Education and Experience
o Program evaluation and research methodology.
o Survey design and data collection.
o Statistical analysis using software such as SAS or SPSS.
o Text analytics and unstructured data analysis.
Assets:
Skills and Competencies:
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.
This posting is for one (1) temporary 8-month maternity leave coverage term. Possibility of extension up to 12-months.
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours/week or 7.25 hours/day, Monday-Friday, 8:15am-4:30pm.
Location: Queen Elizabeth II Building, Edmonton, Alberta.
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:
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 Annie Oa at Annie.Oa@gov.ab.ca.
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.