Methodologist

Role Responsibilities

Are you a data guru with a passion for statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making? We are seeking a Methodologist to support the operations of the OSI by providing professional statistical services to the division and other ministries. This role is crucial in ensuring that the Government of Alberta is equipped to make decisions supported by accurate and reliable statistical data. If you are ready to enhance the OSI profile within GoA as a client-needs-focused statistical services agency, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

1. Research & Analysis: Collection, compilation, analysis, and dissemination of statistical data to support government decision-making and policy development.

2. Expertise & Consultation: Providing advice, expertise, and assistance in building GoA statistical capacity for evidence-based decision making on fiscal, environmental, energy/resource, industry, and trade issues.

3. Modernize & Enhance: Reviewing, updating, and improving statistical products, processes, and methodologies to leverage current technological and analytical best practices.

4. Technical Mentorship & Training: Providing technical guidance and training on best practices, techniques, and methodologies for completing different types of statistical analysis and data development.

5. Communication & Support: Supporting other parts of OSI and its stakeholders to deliver on all mandated responsibilities, including preparing responses to Action and Information Requests, writing clear reports, tracking risks, collaborating on data management policies, and supporting statistical data requests.

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APS Competencies

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 

If you haven’t included competency information in the “Role” section, you can include the critical competencies with examples of how they relate to the role being recruited to in this section; below is a list of the APS Competencies to assist you:

Creative Problem Solving: In leading methodology and modeling initiatives, drives engaging perspective from the clients to ensure the that the developed methodology is appropriate and the project outcomes can confidently drive policy decisions.

Drive for Results: Striving for reliability, accuracy and quality, developing methodology and model, analyzing data efficiently, focusing on key priorities, collaborating effectively, finding solutions and meeting deadlines are different examples of how this skill/level is essential for the position.

Agility: Adopting to innovative methodologies, new technologies, applications and software, responding to changing business needs, handling ambiguity, when there is incomplete data or information, and learning quickly are some examples showing how this skill/level helps the statistician to continuously improve the quality of work.

Build Collaborative Environment: A methodologist who is skilled in building collaborative environments, encourages open communication, fosters teamwork, builds relationships with stakeholders and manges conflict, is able to create a shared vision for a project that inspires team members to work towards a common goal.

Qualifications

University graduation is required in Statistics, Mathematics, Econometrics or closely related field plus at least four years of professional experience in methodology and model development; and some formal coursework in survey or research or analytical methodology and model building.
 

The following are considered assets:

• Master’s degree is preferred.
• In-depth knowledge in designing, planning and executing a variety of multi-stakeholder collaborative projects such as data development and management; survey, research, and analytical methodology; and modeling.
• Effectively advise clients on the design and methodology related to their projects or initiatives; foster collaborative relationship; and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Expert knowledge of techniques and software for theoretical and applied econometric/statistical models.
• Strong data management and analytical skills using advanced programming software such as SAS, R, Python, and STATA.
• Strong organizational and project management skills to optimize resources and effectively manage time.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong analytical and quantitative skills. The incumbent must be able to communicate highly technical issues in simple, straightforward language.

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

This is a permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening.

Currently, the Government of Alberta offers a hybrid work schedule that employees can choose to work from home for two days per week. Employees working from home must be working from an Alberta location. This position will be located in the Queen Elizabeth II (formerly Federal Building) in Edmonton.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications.

Candidates may be asked to participate in a written assessment prior to the interview. The final candidate for this position will be asked to undergo pre-employment checks.

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.

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.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please also indicate whether your work experience was part-time or full-time.

For example: January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Executive Director of Job Title (Full time).

Tips on Applying on Alberta Government Jobs see here: https://www.jobs.alberta.ca/applying/index.html.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• 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.
• Comprehensive benefits plan: https://myaps.alberta.ca/Pages/My-HR/Benefits.aspx.
• 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.caLeadership and mentorship programs.
• Professional learning and development.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.