Assistant Deputy Minister, Government Operations and Integration

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Posting Date: Mar 3, 2026

Location: EDMONTON, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title:  Assistant Deputy Minister, Government Operations and Integration

Requisition ID:   80473

Ministry:  Executive Council

Location:  Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:  Full Time

Hours of Work:  36.25

Regular/Temporary:  Regular                                                                 

Scope:  Open

Closing Date: April 6, 2026 

Classification:  Executive Manager 2

 

 

About Us

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service.

 

The Ministry of Executive Council is responsible for coordinating and supporting the executive arm of government: the Cabinet (also known as Executive Council) and its committees.  Executive Council ensures effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development across government, engagement of Albertans and the broader global community, and the promotion of a vibrant and innovative public service.  It ensures outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development and informed decision-making for the Government of Alberta (GoA), and helps ministries communicate and engage with Albertans.

 

For further information, visit the ministry website:   https://www.alberta.ca/executive-council.aspx

 

 

Role

Reporting to the Deputy Minister of Operations, Executive Council, the Assistant Deputy Minister (ADM), Government Operations and Integration provides high-impact, enterprise-wide leadership to advance cross-ministry productivity, operational efficiency and strategic alignment across the Government of Alberta. The ADM is also accountable for the strategic procurement function for the Government of Alberta and provides leadership to the newly established procurement Project Management Office (PMO), ensuring governance, consistency and excellence in how procurement is delivered across ministries.

 

As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will offer strategic oversight and direction in the planning, development and execution of integrated strategies that support government priorities, including high-profile, cross-ministry initiatives that influence public service delivery, policy implementation, operational transformation and government-wide performance.

 

This position operates within a newly established and agile division, requiring a forward-thinking executive with the ability to navigate complexity, foster alignment across diverse stakeholders, and translate strategy into measurable results for Albertans.

 

 

Qualifications
We are seeking candidates with extensive senior leadership experience within a large, complex, and multi‑stakeholder environment, ideally within government or the broader public sector. Experience leading cross-functional teams and advancing enterprise-wide initiatives that produce measurable improvements in operational performance is key for this success. Your background includes significant expertise in strategic planning, organizational performance management and complex change leadership, complemented by a strong understanding of procurement governance, policy and public sector transformational initiatives. The role requires exceptional communication, relationship-building and executive advisory skills, along with a proven ability to navigate diverse stakeholder interests and drive alignment across the organization. A related master’s degree or university degree is preferred.

 

 

Salary

$7,043.73 - $9,244.09 bi-weekly ($183,841.35 - $241,270.75 annually)

 

 

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

 

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities.

Search Profile

 

 

How to Apply

Click on the “Apply Now” button.  

 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta’s online application system.

 

If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to ‘Create an account’, reset your password (‘Forgot your password’) or ‘Sign In’ should you already have an account.

 

Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.

 

Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx.

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.  

 

Resources for applicants:

https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx

https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

 

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 recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.

 

 

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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca

 

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.