Election Policy Analyst

Job Information

Job Title: Election Policy Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 77184

Ministry: Elections Alberta

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Regular (Permanent)

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: November 17, 2025 at 11:59 pm

Classification: Program Services 3E

Salary: $2,849.89 to $3,738.14 bi-weekly

About Us

Elections Alberta is an independent, non-partisan office of the Legislature. Elections Alberta is responsible for administering provincial elections, by-elections and referenda. Our mission is to serve Albertans as an independent election management body committed to the administration of modern, transparent, and accessible democratic processes that ensure the integrity and enhance the value of Alberta’s electoral system.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Team Lead, Election Policy and Training, the Election Policy Analyst is responsible for the development of processes and materials used to administer electoral events, including elections and referenda, citizen initiative and recall petitions and votes, and electoral events held in conjunction with local authority elections. The Election Policy Analyst is considered a subject matter expert in electoral administration and collaborates on the development of field staff training programs for election officers. This position is a key point of contact for field staff to support appropriate application and understanding of legislation, policy, technology, and procedures in electoral administration.

Responsibilities include: 

• Develops policy, processes, procedures, forms and other materials in compliance with legislation for elections, referenda, recall votes, and citizen initiative and recall petitions.
• Ensures the quality and effectiveness of electoral event field staff training programs for election officers by collaborating on its development and serving as subject matter expert (SME).
• Identifies and analyzes opportunities for procedural improvements and modernizations.
• Supports the larger election team in program service delivery and other related duties.

Qualifications

A cover letter is required. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please briefly summarize your relevant experience and expertise, pertinent strengths and skills, and your reasons for interest in the position. 

Education and Work Experience:

• A bachelor’s degree in public administration, political science, or a related field, plus at least two years of related experience
• Related experience may include:
  • Election administration
  • Policy analysis and development
  • Interpreting and implementing legislation, regulations, and policies in complex situations
  • Project and/or event coordination, managing projects or project components

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to clearly communicate in writing using plain language and well-developed business writing skills.
• Strong verbal communication skills, including effective presentation skills.
• Ability to synthesize complex legislation and procedures to develop effective materials and resources.
• Ability to analyze and develop process and procedural documentation.
• Strong computer skills, including Adobe Illustrator and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to learn and utilize software applications and assist others in their use.
• Self-motivated and capable of handling a wide range of project responsibilities.
• Adapts and respond to change positively.
• Creativity, initiative, and sound judgment, particularly as it relates to problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and produce results within deadlines.

Applicants must be willing and able to:

• Fulfil the requirement and act as a non-partisan representative of Elections Alberta.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and training.
• Travel, occasionally, to locations throughout the province.
• Work outside normal business hours, occasionally, to meet deadlines.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits Plan: 1st Choice Benefits Package and Health Spending Account
• Pension: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Successful candidates may be eligible for our flexible work arrangements

Notes

This position is exempt from the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE). Final Candidates will be required to undergo a Police Information Check.

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) (alberta.ca) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information. It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.