Executive Director, Modernization, Information Management Technology, and Research

Job Information

Job Title:                     Executive Director, Modernization, Information Management Technology, and Research

Job Requisition ID:     75630

Ministry:                      Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location:                     Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:        Full Time

Hours of Work:            36.25

Regular/Temporary:    Regular

Scope:                        Open Competition

Closing Date:              October 8, 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 through the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA).

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, Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives, the Executive Director, Modernization, Information Management Technology, and Research provides strategic leadership on key innovation initiatives across the department. This role leads IT and data management functions, guiding the Executive Team in strategic and tactical planning, development, and oversight of the Ministry’s information systems. The Executive Director drives complex system transformations, digitization efforts, and business intelligence initiatives, while managing a diverse team of directors, managers, professionals, contractors, and administrative staff. A key aspect of the role is fostering strong relationships between Technology & Innovation and the broader Ministry.

The Executive Director leads modernization and digitization of service delivery to enhance client and partner experiences, reduce administrative burden, and support program sustainability. Responsibilities include continuous improvement of IT systems, legacy system strategy, system coordination, and quality assurance. The role also oversees research and analytic functions that support government and departmental priorities, delivering timely data products, supporting policy and program development, and building analytics capacity across the Ministry.

Qualifications

As Executive Director, you bring extensive senior management experience and a proven ability to lead complex, multi-site teams in a dynamic environment. Your leadership fosters a culture of innovation, service excellence, and continuous improvement. You are a strategic thinker and sound decision-maker, with the influence and political acumen needed to navigate sensitive issues and drive results. You have a strong track record in managing centralized service delivery and developing strategy, ideally within an information management and technology environment within a government setting. Experience in program implementation, project management, and stakeholder engagement is essential, along with a demonstrated ability to build partnerships and facilitate integrated solutions across diverse perspectives. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is required, along with seven years of management experience.

Salary

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

Notes

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

Click on the “Apply Now” button.  

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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.