Director, Policy and Oversight Board Support- IAPS

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, the Director of Policy and Oversight Board Support will direct and oversee the design of the policy and procedural framework to accompany the amendments made to the Police Act, specifically the creation and implementation of a new IAPS.

This Director oversees internal and external stakeholder engagement and leads policy, standard and procedural content development for the new IAPS. It is responsible for the overall policy agenda related to the new agency by providing forward-thinking leadership in the areas of policy development, strategic relationships, and stakeholder management.

In this role you will provide input into politically sensitive government decision making and development of communications about the policy and procedural structure of the IAPS for government audiences, police services and the public. You will also provide strategic support and advice to the Executive Director of the IAPS implementation team, the Chief of the IAPS, and is accountable for ensuring that regulations, standards, and policy governing the IAPS are consistent with the intent of the Police Act and the expectations of Chief, and other stakeholders.

Key responsibilities 
•    Ensure leadership and strategic support in the assessment, development, coordination and delivery of policy, standards and procedural structures for the IAPS.
•    Provide guidance and direction to program advisors, subject matter experts, professionals and technical staff across the applicable areas of government.
•    Lead the development of an overarching engagement and stakeholder management strategy, in collaboration with Communications and Public Engagement, and coordinate its implementation to ensure stakeholder views shape policy recommendations.
•    Direct briefings and advice to inform executive decision-making and development of the IAPS.
•    Unit operations are planned, directed, and evaluated to deliver the unit's mandate and in support of the ministry's strategic and business plans, and government priorities.

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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.

•    Systems Thinking – Analyze emerging public concerns and social trends affecting police oversight and public trust. Use a systems-thinking approach to connect legislative frameworks, stakeholder perspectives, and operational processes. 
•    Creative Problem Solving – Works in open teams to share ideas and process issues. Uses a wide range of techniques to break down problems. Allows others to think creatively and voice ideas, bringing the right people together to solve issues. Identifies new solutions for the organization. 
•    Agility - Proactively incorporates change into processes. Creates opportunities for improvement, awareness of and adapts to changing priorities. Remains objective under pressure and supports others to manage their emotions. Proactively explains the impact of change on roles and integrates change in existing work. Readily adapts plans and practices.
•    Drive for Results – Anticipate and remove challenges in the case management process, ensuring adherence to established service standards. 
•    Develop Networks - Actively build and nurture strong, collaborative relationships with key stakeholders, including complainants, police services, legal teams and community organizations. 
•    Build Collaborative Environments - Involves a wide group of stakeholders when working on outcomes: Positively resolves conflict through coaching and facilitated discussion Uses enthusiasm to motivate and guide others Acknowledges and works with diverse perspectives for achieving outcomes.

Qualifications

A university degree (4 years) in a related field such as Arts, Policy Criminology, Criminal Justice or a related field, plus seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience. Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

Please note that candidates with a master's degree in a related field, as indicated above, are preferred.

Required:
•    Extensive experience in policy development and engagement design including experience with the Police Act and other relevant legislation.
•    Experience working in a law enforcement environment.
•    Experience preparing cabinet and executive decision materials and familiarity with GoA policy process.
•    Community safety stakeholder engagement and engaging law enforcement leadership.
•    Proven negotiation and facilitation skills to work with stakeholders with varied requirements and agendas and resolve conflicts.

Assets:
•    Familiarity with GoA policies and processes. 
•    Demonstrated level of competence in government engagement and consultation principles and application. 
•    Demonstrated experience engaging with Indigenous communities and culturally diverse groups.
•    High degree of political acumen and awareness of the political sensitivity of police issues to read and navigate sensitive situations and to navigate government decision-making processes.

Please ensure your cover letter clearly highlights how your experience is aligned with the requirements and noted assets for the role.

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

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This position is located in Edmonton. 
Location: Bowker Building (9833 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5K 2E8) 
Hours: 36.25 hours/week (Work hours M-F 8:15-4:30pm)
Travel: < 25% (Some travel within Alberta may be required, thus a valid Class 5 driver’s license is required, a 3-month drivers abstract is an asset)

Other Application Information:
•    A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience align with the role.
•    Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).
·    Must be able to pass a security clearance, fingerprinting, and police information check.
·    Class 5 driver's license-Travel across Alberta is required.
•    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
•    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