Executive Director, Law Enforcement Oversight

Apply now »

Posting Date: May 1, 2026

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title:  Executive Director, Law Enforcement and Oversight

Job Requisition ID:  82622

Ministry:  Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location:  Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:  Full Time

Hours of Work:  36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary:  Temporary Assignment (1-year)

Scope:  Open Competition

Closing Date: May 13, 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 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

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Public Security Division the Executive Director, Law Enforcement Oversight will advance our commitment to the provision and oversight of effective policing in Alberta communities and lead the development and implementation of specialized policing and law enforcement programs in Alberta. This will include auditing police services and overseeing the Provincial Police Service Agreement in Alberta to ensure that provincial policing priorities are established and addressed. The Executive Director will guide seven unique program areas including the First Nations Policing programs, guide development of standards, indigenous policing initiatives and identify provincial policing priorities. The incumbent will also administer key priorities, such as the policing support grants and oversee the administration of the Provincial Police Service Agreement, the Police Act, Security Services and Investigators Act, and the Peace Officer Act as well as provide oversight and provincial input and guidance in relation to integrated policing services within Alberta Law Enforcement Response Teams (ALERT). Consulting with diverse stakeholders will be critical to develop policing solutions that result in integrated services and enhanced public safety.

 

 

Qualifications

As an influential and highly credible leader, you will build networks, lead, coach, and mentor your team to support their capacity development. You will have solid strategic analysis skills and sound working knowledge of policing, police oversight, public security, knowledge of Indigenous policing and the criminal justice system. Your strong communication skills and political acumen will enable you to lead projects cross-ministry as you develop strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. You will have a proven track record of consulting with stakeholders and negotiating agreements on contentious issues. Experience with policy development and the ability to manage complex issues will be key to your success. A related degree or a degree combined with related experience in the government sector is preferred.

 

 

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly / ($153,902.57 - $202,256.21/ year)

 

 

Notes

This is a temporary assignment for one (1) year.

 

Final candidates will be required to undergo 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:

 

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 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.