Policy Analyst
Posting Date: Aug 27, 2024
Location: EDMONTON, AB
Company: Government of Alberta
Job Information
Job Title: Policy Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 58731
Ministry: Justice
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 16, 2024
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561.83 - $90,011.85 /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 Alberta Chief Firearms Office (ACFO) was established in September 2021 and administers the federal Canadian Firearms Program (CFP) to Albertans. The Firearms Act and Part III of the Criminal Code regulate the actions of the CFP.
The ACFO support safe communities by managing the ownership, purchase, movement and use of firearms within the province through the responsible administration of the federal Firearms Act. For more information please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/albertas-chief-firearms-office.
For more information about the Ministry of Justice, please visit https://www.alberta.ca/justice.aspx.
Role Responsibilities
Are you enthusiastic about working for the public service? Do you have exemplary writing skills and can communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders? The ACFO is looking to hire a policy analyst for their Edmonton Office.
Reporting to the Manager, Research and Policy, you are an integral team member for the fulfillment of the accountabilities of the AFCO. You will support the work of the AFCO through the provision of research and analysis, technical analysis and interpretation, intergovernmental analysis and supporting broader operational planning and change management efforts. Your responsibilities include policies and procedures with focus on addressing the illegal use of firearms, you will also support the development of safety and security educational campaigns and in addition to the development of a comprehensive annual communications plan and ACFO operational planning.
You will work collaboratively with internal ACFO partners, other Government of Alberta partners and other stakeholders to plan, analyze and support and coordinate implementation of substantial high-level priority ACFO policies and projects. The position conducts critical analysis of relevant information to provide strategic advice and options on a number of major policy and engagement initiatives that support the Government of Alberta’s strategic directions with regards to firearms.
Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.
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.
- AGILITY: You are able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
- SYSTEMS THINKING: You consistently take a holistic and long-term view of challenges and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas.
- DEVELOP NETWORKS: You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
- BUILD COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS: You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
- CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING: You are able to assess options, and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solution.
- DRIVE FOR RESULTS: You are able to determine what outcomes are important and maximize the use of resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and all stakeholders. You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
Qualifications
University graduation in a related field (Sociology, Criminology, Public Administration or Public Policy) plus two years’ experience in policy analysis, writing briefings, communications, and research analysis.
Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of
- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
- 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
The following experience/skills will be considered assets:
- Previous or current working experience within Canadian Government (federal, provincial, municipal, territorial, or other levels of government)
- Previous or current working experience with drafting communications and briefings for a variety of audiences, including government decision making.
- Knowledge of Canadian firearms regulatory framework
- Master’s degree is considered an asset.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Federal Enhanced Reliability security clearance.
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.
Notes
A cover letter demonstrating your qualifications, experience and skills for this position is required and will be used as a screening tool.
This posting will be used to fill one full-time permanent position in Edmonton.
Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Final candidates will be required to undergo an Enhanced Reliability security screening. 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.
- 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.
- 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 Ozien Chukwuemeka at Ozien.Chukwuemeka@gov.ab.ca.