Executive Director, Corporate Services

Job Information

Job Title:                     Executive Director, Corporate Services

Job Requisition ID:     75947

Ministry:                      Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location:                     Edmonton or Calgary

Full or Part-Time:        Full Time

Hours of Work:            36.25

Regular/Temporary:    Regular

Scope:                        Open Competition

Closing Date:             October 24, 2025 

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 Public Safety and Emergency Services (“PSES”) has significant oversight and involvement in the public security and emergency services through its various divisions and operations. The department is responsible for the administration of law enforcement, correctional services, policing and police oversight and public safety. The Ministry supports crime prevention and restorative justice programs, as well as programs and services to support victims of crime including those affected by domestic violence and human trafficking. The Ministry also coordinates large scale emergency and disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and initiatives.

For further information, visit the ministry website at: https://www.alberta.ca/minister-of-public-safety-and-emergency-services.aspx

Role

The Police Review Commission (PRC) will be responsible for overseeing the police complaints process for all municipal and First Nations police services in Alberta and will have approximately 150 staff. Following implementation, the PRC will be a leader in police oversight, bringing in a significant change to the oversight model by combining criminal and regulatory investigations in one arm’s length agency. 

The Executive Director, Corporate Services will receive direction from the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Police Review Commission the Executive Director will provide strategic leadership for all central and corporate functions of the PRC, which also includes the Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (AISIRT). Executive Director will also provide strategic advice and oversee legal services, policy development, data analysis, corporate planning, organizational training, stakeholder engagement, media relations, communications, and other corporate functions.

The Executive Director is also responsible for managing staff that directly support the CEO by providing operational support structure as well as maintaining alignment between day-to-day operations and PRC strategic direction. This includes oversight of administrative processes, coordination of leadership correspondence and communications, and support for executive-level planning and decision-making. By providing this operational support structure, the executive director helps maintain alignment between day-to-day operations and the broader strategic direction of the PRC.

As a member of the Police Review Commission's executive leadership team, the Executive Director is a trusted leader who contributes to a positive workplace culture that champions innovation, strives for efficiency, embraces diversity and inclusion, and models respect in the workplace. The Executive Director collaborates with internal and external stakeholders, including national oversight agencies and ensures accountability across all levels of leadership staff within government. This position works within a variety of acts, regulations, standards, and PRC policies.

Decisions made by the Executive Director have both direct and indirect impacts on the PRC, law enforcement agencies and community organizations. Therefore, maintaining public trust, fostering community engagement and upholding the integrity of the complaint resolution process is required to navigate public concerns and maintain full transparency to Albertans.

Qualifications

As Executive Director, your background includes extensive related senior management experience with strengths in briefing at senior leadership levels. You are a recognized strategic leader who is agile and politically astute, with expert knowledge of policing policy, procedures, and duties. You have working knowledge of administrative law, procedural fairness, and legal processes relevant to police oversight and regulatory decision-making. You are an agent of change with strong leadership skills to influence staff performance, and to effectively manage up and across various levels of government. You foster collaboration and build strong long-standing relationships in dynamic environments with diverse stakeholders, including law enforcement agencies, community organizations, and government bodies. You possess cultural competencies for working with Indigenous and diverse communities. Your excellent communication skills and demonstrated continuous improvement in program delivery will be essential to your success in this role.

A bachelor’s degree combined with related experience in municipal, provincial or federal government or law enforcement, and significant senior leadership experience is preferred.

Salary

$5,234.94- $6,879.68 bi-weekly ($136,631 - $179,559 yearly)

Notes

A class 5 driver's license and a clear driver's abstract is required for this position.

25% Travel across Alberta is required.

Final candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced security screening.  This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies across government.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

• Compensation Overview – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans:
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca

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

How to Apply

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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 applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.   

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill 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.