Executive Director, Lands Policy and Programs

Job Information
Job Title:  Executive Director, Lands Policy and Programs
Job Requisition ID:   65472
Ministry:  Environments and Parks
Location:  Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:  Full Time
Hours of Work:  36.25
Regular/Temporary:  Regular 
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date:  January 22, 2024
Classification:  Executive Manager I

About Us
The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

Environment and Parks supports environmental conservation and protection, sustainable economic prosperity, quality of life and outdoor recreation opportunities by:

• Working to protect and enhance Alberta’s environment and ecosystems to ensure a sustainable future, making life better for Albertans;
• Working with Albertans, Indigenous communities and stakeholders to ensure the province’s environmental, social and economic outcomes for the future are met; and
• Engaging Albertans to understand the challenges in ensuring Alberta’s natural resources are managed using innovative and responsible approaches.

For further information, visit the ministry website: https://www.alberta.ca/environment-and-protected-areas 

Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister of Lands, the Executive Director, Lands Policy and Programs will provide strategic direction and leadership to deliver lands policy and programs throughout the province, including management and development of public land, remediation, reclamation, brownfield redevelopment policy and legislation. You will administer the development of programs and grants focused on environmental outcomes associated with wetland replacement, watershed restoration and conservation.

You are a proven leader with a demonstrated ability on the policy side and you possess exceptional communication skills. Your collaborative style enables you to engage your staff and to keep them connected on various issues as it relates to policies and programs. You are able to lead, coach and mentor your staff to support their continual improvement and capacity development. With your seasoned talent, you manage complex issues and work with stakeholders to support their education and capacity building. This includes engaging with indigenous people on land issues.

Qualifications
You have significant experience in a senior leadership capacity and have managed and you have managed large teams. You have demonstrated experience in strategic and business planning, leading programs and grant management.  You have strong communication and negotiation skills and an ability to interpret technical information to non-technical audiences. Your ability to develop strategic partnerships and working relationships with key stakeholder groups is crucial. A graduate degree and/or a degree with a combination of related experience is preferred.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. This competition may be used to fill future vacancies. 

Salary
$5,082.46 - $6,679.30 bi-weekly  ($132,652- $174,329 yearly)
 

Notes
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.  

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 LINK

How to Apply
Click on the “Apply Now” button.  

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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 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.