Research Data Coordinator

Role Responsibilities

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

• Assist in designing and implementing public opinion research projects.
• Contribute to survey design and programming aligned with GoA standards.
• Support adherence to GoA research operational policies.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Conduct rigorous statistical analysis of survey data using tools like SPSS or SAS.
• Validate vendor data and ensure methodological integrity.
• Develop reports and presentations that translate data into actionable insights.

Survey Development & Digital Engagement

• Review and program surveys using platforms such as Opinio and EHQ.
• Analyze survey results and create self-serve data products for ministry clients.
• Support the GoA digital engagement platform with research expertise.

Capacity Building & Collaboration

• Build and share a library of public opinion research techniques.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance research standards.
• Contribute to analytical networks and knowledge-sharing initiatives across government.

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.

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.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Undergraduate degree in research, political science, public policy, or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in:
  

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:

• Experience in public opinion research.
• Background in municipal, provincial, or federal government.

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• High political acumen and sensitivity to public sector environments.
• Proficiency in training and documentation for diverse audiences.

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

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:

• 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
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.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