Executive Director, Regional & Northern Economic Development

Job Information
Job Title:  Executive Director, Regional and Northern Economic Development         
Job Requisition ID:  65710
Ministry:  Jobs, Economy and Trade
Location:  Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full time
Hours of Work:  36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope:   Open
Closing Date: Monday, December 23, 2024    
Classification: Executive Manager 1

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

Jobs, Economy and Trade leads efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting Alberta’s entrepreneurs and employers, helping recruit and retain workers and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces by helping attract skilled workers and establishing and enforcing Alberta’s employment standards and laws governing the health and safety of Alberta’s workplaces. This also includes supporting Alberta entrepreneurs, businesses and communities to drive growth and job creation while supporting the unique economic development needs of Alberta’s various regions, including Alberta’s north

For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/jobs-economy-and-trade.aspx 

Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Economic Development and Business Supports, the Executive Director, Regional and Northern Economic Development is accountable for building relationships and partnerships with economic development organizations, business, industry and communities designed to increase market intelligence, inform strategic economic decisions by government, and foster economic resiliency.  The role also provides oversight for the Northern Alberta Development Bursary. 

The Executive Director fosters greater capacity, system transformation and advancement of efforts that enhance Alberta’s economic performance through building strong relationships and working in collaboration with a broad range of senior and executive stakeholders across the province, nationally, other governments, economic sector partners and the Northern Alberta Development Council. 

Qualifications
As the successful candidate, you have extensive senior leadership experience in stakeholder relations and a successful track record in conflict resolution, negotiation, building consensus, shaping partnerships and agreements, and providing reasoned, informed judgement and evidence-based policy advice to inform government leadership. You offer progressive experience in economic development, management and/or experience within the public and/or private sectors. An in-depth understanding of and experience with economic development issues, sector strategy development and government processes in Alberta and other jurisdictions will be key to your success.

Throughout your career you have demonstrated the ability to pivot, re-prioritize as required and meet non-negotiable deadlines. You keep abreast of current research and leading practices to ensure that publicized issues are handled correctly according to current trends, policy and legislative requirements. 

An undergraduate degree in a related field (e.g. Economics, Business, law, Public Administration, Political Science). A master’s degree, Economic Developer certification and strong knowledge of the political environment of the department and the Government of Alberta are assets. 

Salary

$5082.46 - $6679.30 bi-weekly ($132,652 - $174,329 annually)
 

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 Description

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

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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.