Senior Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Do you thrive on analyzing data and translating it into insights that impact key decisions at a provincial level? Are you a professional with expertise in socio-economic and demographic analysis? A specialist in estimates, forecasts and projections? A problem solver?  If you’re nodding along, this Senior Analyst role might be the perfect fit for you!
 

The Senior Analyst is responsible for providing expert advice on socio-economic and demographic issues to Treasury Board and Finance and other departments within GOA. The position is expected to maintain expert knowledge of demographic and social trends, modelling techniques, analytical methods and relevant data sources to maintain the department’s lead in analyzing, estimating and projecting socio-demographic trends within the province. The Senior Analyst must have strong oral and written communication skills to communicate complex information and analyses to both technical and non-technical audiences.
 

As a Senior Analyst you will be:
 

• Responsible for developing the population projections that form the basis for the department’s economic and fiscal forecast program, which includes preparing demographic reports, and evaluating and enhancing current demographic models. These have significant implications for government revenue forecasts and fiscal policy decisions since in many cases population is the key cost driver of program services. The Demography unit is also mandated to develop and maintain a small area population estimation program.
• Accountable as an expert on population statistics and advises the public and private sector leaders on demographic trends and issues. The incumbent is expected to initiate, develop and complete socio-economic research projects that are relevant to the development and assessment of socio-economic policy within the GOA.
• Developing standard and custom demographic estimates and projections. You will be maintaining a broad range of demographic expertise to ensure users are fully aware of all potential caveats and appropriate uses for the data. Consulting with both government and non-government users, and demographic researchers and advising them on the incorporation of Finance’s demographic information in various policy and programming initiatives.
• Maintaining liaisons with appropriate federal and provincial government counterparts to keep apprised on new developments around demographic statistics and data development.

As a Senior Analyst, you must possess extensive knowledge and experience with population statistics, forecasting and population modelling methodologies. In addition, the Senior Analyst must have well-honed demographic analysis, project management, strategic thinking and planning skills.
 

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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.
 

Agility: Anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, and work effectively in a changing environment.

Systems Thinking: Considers the inter-relationships among different aspects of an approach and considers emerging trends when contributing ideas to the development of broader priorities, strategies, and approaches.

Creative Problem Solving: Asks questions to get a deeper understanding of the present issue.

Develop Networks: Builds relationships by following through on commitments, demonstrating integrity, respect for others, and taking an interest in their work-related issues and activities.

Drive for Result: Ensures delivery of high-quality data and estimates.

Qualifications

A university degree in social sciences - demography, sociology, economics, statistics field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience.
 

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 are considered assets.
 

• A Master’s degree in the social sciences (i.e. demography, sociology, economics, statistics).
• In-depth knowledge of demographic theory, methodologies, and population forecasting models.
• Experience utilizing large data sets, econometric modelling and statistical programming software (such as SAS, SPSS, STATA etc).
• Extensive knowledge of current social, economic, and demographic trends.
• Excellent knowledge of socio-economic and demographic data sources.
• Ability to apply demographic theory and use quantitative/qualitative methods.
• Strong communication, attention to detail, and time management skills.
• Organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to initiate and complete research projects independently.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Advanced knowledge of statistical techniques.
   

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

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 Building in Edmonton.
 

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.
 

Final candidates will be required to undergo a 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.
 

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.