Job Information
Job Title: Program Advisor/Health Policy Advisor
Job Requisition ID: 67654
Ministry: Health
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 31, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 & Program Services 4 - Market Adjustment
Salary:
Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/year)
Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,757.39 to $3,604.17 bi-weekly ($71,967 - $94,068/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.
The Department of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide health challenges, improving health outcomes, and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness and coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services.
This competition will be used to fill multiple positions at the Program Services 3 and 4 classification levels within Primary and Preventative Health Services.
The Program Advisor provides knowledge and acts as a supportive role in projects pertaining to different dental and optical programs. This includes creating advanced strategic and program policy, establishing the program procedures and requirements, system upgrades and testing, and providing communications and training. The Program Advisor acts collaboratively with the Manager where the program operations of interrelated Ministry programs are potentially impacted.
The Health Policy Advisor will also be responsible for project management and advanced policy and strategy development and implementation in alignment with ministry priorities related to the provision of dental and optical health benefits. The Policy Advisor develops and recommends draft policy options, strategies, or frameworks, and participates or leads ministry or cross-ministry initiatives. Strong evaluative and critical thinking skills are applied to determine options and recommendations. There is an expectation that all information and associated analysis provided by the Policy Advisor is evidence-based, comprehensive and reliable. The incumbent must remain aware of trends, issues, and best practices to effectively analyze diverse circumstances and develop valid recommendations for presentation to ministry representatives.
The Program Advisor/Health Policy Advisors must collaborate with staff within the branch and at other ministries, Alberta Blue Cross staff, key dental and optical industry stakeholders, dental and optical professionals, and the general public. The Program Advisor/Health Policy Advisors must identify and propose solutions to address program concerns and have the ability to extract key information, examine repercussions, and make recommendations based on findings from existing program and policy documentation.
The successful candidate is responsible for:
Program Advisor:
Health Policy Advisor:
Please click on this link to view the PS3 & PS4 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.
• Agility: Has the ability to anticipate, assess and readily adapt to changing situations and issues, while making well thought-out recommendations.
• Creative Problem Solving: Breaks down problems, undertakes appropriate research and investigation and draws on experiences to solve problems.
• Systems Thinking: You anticipate outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and will factor this into planning.
Requirements:
Program Services 3 Market Adjustment:
University graduation in a related field (e.g., Health, Public Policy, Economics) plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.
Program Services 4 Market Adjustment:
University graduation in a related field (e.g.: Health, Public Policy, Economics) plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.
Equivalencies: Directly related education or experience on the basis of:
• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education
Required Asset:
• Experience in a dental or optical field, or with health benefits
Preferred Skills:
• Strong research and analysis skills and experience
• Strong skills in synthesis and evaluation through a program and/or policy perspective
• Sound communication skills to work with multiple internal and external stakeholders
• Well-developed organizational, prioritization, and time management skills
• Strong computer and technical skills
• Customer service orientation
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 position may be used to fill future permanent or temporary vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.
These positions are located in downtown Edmonton.
Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours per 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 have 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.
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 Edmund Mendoza at Edmund.Mendoza@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.