Executive Director, Compassionate Intervention Commission

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Posting Date: Mar 23, 2026

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

 

Job Information

Job Title: Executive Director, Compassionate Intervention Commission

Job Requisition ID: 81216

Ministry: Mental Health and Addiction

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full-time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: April 6, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 1

 

 

About Us

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service.

 

The Ministry of Mental Health and Addiction is building a more resilient and sustainable mental health and addiction care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to system-wide challenges, improving recovery outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. To this end, the Ministry has established the Compassionate Intervention Commission, an arms-length, quasi-judicial public body established by the Compassionate Intervention Act. The Commission reports to the Minister of Mental Health and Addiction and operates at arms-length to the Ministry. The Commissioner of the Compassionate Intervention Commission is appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council and serves as the Chair of the Commission, managing and leading the operations of the Commission.

 

For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/mental-health-and-addiction.aspx and Compassionate intervention | Alberta.ca.

 

 

Role

Functionally reporting to the Commissioner, the Executive Director, Compassionate Intervention Commission, is responsible for the administrative oversight and guidance of the operations of the Compassionate Intervention Commission. This position provides direction and oversight to multiple functions that enable the Commission’s processes and proceedings, while also acting as liaison to the Ministry and Government of Alberta (GoA) in relation to operational and administrative requirements.

 

The Executive Director is accountable for the strategic direction and oversight of Commission operations; direction and oversight of the distinct processes and associated tools and supports for the Commission’s program delivery areas; serving as the focal point and ongoing liaison to the Department of Mental Health and Addiction and other ministries to sustain appropriate linkages; stakeholder engagement, communications management, and managing complex issues for the Commission; and assurance the Commission aligns with and meets the requirements of the Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act (APAGA).

  

 

Qualifications

You bring extensive senior management experience in leadership, including knowledge of legislated functions and governance practices within complex organizational environments. Your background also includes demonstrated success in operational and human resources planning, program implementation, and performance reporting. Experience and knowledge of administrative tribunals or judicial settings, as well experience working with government agencies and navigating relationships across a ministry organizational structure would be an asset.

 

You possess exceptional strategic thinking skills and the ability to lead through ambiguity, driving meaningful organizational outcomes. You are adept in negotiation, conflict resolution, and stakeholder engagement, and can navigate and resolve complex, multi-faceted issues. Your political acumen and understanding of government decision-making processes, and the role of public agencies will enable you to operate effectively within a dynamic environment. You also demonstrate significant experience forging collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholder groups and well-honed political acumen. A university degree in a relevant field is preferred. Graduate degree is an asset. An equivalent combination of education and work experience will be considered.

 

 

Salary

$5,758.44 - $7,567.65 bi-weekly ($150,295 to $197,515 annually)

 

 

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

 

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Position Profile

 

 

How to Apply

Click on the “Apply Now” button.

 

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta’s online application system.

 

If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to ‘Create an account’, reset your password (‘Forgot your password’) or ‘Sign In’ should you already have an account.

 

Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.

 

Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx.

 

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.  

 

Resources for applicants:

https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx

https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx

https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/

 

It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) https://www.alberta.ca/iqas-overview.aspx. Applicants are encouraged to include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

 

 

Closing Statement

This competition will be used to fill multiple current vacancies as well as 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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

 

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.