Executive Director, Seniors Program Delivery

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Posting Date: Jun 22, 2026

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title: Executive Director, Seniors Program Delivery  

Requisition ID: 84722

Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services  

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: July 3, 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: www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service.

 

Assisted Living and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, continuing care services, and other social-based programs. This ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families.

 

For further information, visit the ministry website at www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services.

 

 

Role

Working in the Assisted Living and Social Services, Seniors Division is rewarding because our work has a direct and meaningful impact on the lives of Alberta seniors, their families, and caregivers. It is satisfying to contribute to programs and services that help seniors access financial supports, remain connected to their communities, and age with dignity. The division’s work is inspiring as it combines public service, compassion, and innovation to improve outcomes for a growing and valued population.

 

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Seniors Division, Assisted Living and Social Services, the Executive Director, provides strategic leadership and program oversight to the administration of seniors programs and services under the legislation for senior services. 

 

The Executive Director ensures the accurate and timely delivery of financial assistance programs and community services across Alberta. With more than 875,000 seniors in the province the Executive Director plays a critical role in supporting our seniors in meeting their financial needs, community supports and aging with dignity. Responsibility assigned to the Executive Director roles including the timely and thoughtful delivery of services to seniors and their caregivers. The position provides strategic advice to senior ministry officials on issues, programs, and initiatives aligned with branch priorities. This includes leading the review and continuous improvement of income-based seniors’ benefits to ensure responsiveness to evolving client needs. In addition, the Executive Director oversees key program support functions for the Division, including financial services, client payment management, and program records management.

 

The Executive Director builds and sustains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support effective, integrated planning and delivery of programs, services, and benefits. Working collaboratively across the Division, Ministry, and other government departments, the role ensures alignment with broader Government of Alberta strategic priorities and supports seniors in living independently and participating fully in their communities. This position requires comprehensive knowledge of the complex factors influencing seniors’ financial needs and program access, as well as a strong understanding of income support frameworks. The Executive Director ensures seniors can effectively access and benefit from available programs, enabling informed decision-making and supporting financial stability and independence for Alberta Seniors.

 

 

Qualifications

You are a highly successful and credible leader with significant senior management expertise in a complex organization, preferably within government or public sector service delivery, and a proven ability to provide strategic leadership and deliver results in high‑volume program environments. You bring demonstrated success leading operations, policy development, and implementation, supported by strong financial acumen and a track record of sound stewardship of public resources. You possess strong knowledge of social programs, relevant legislation, and government processes, along with well‑developed political acumen to effectively advise senior leaders and navigate complex stakeholder environments. You build collaborative relationships, influence at senior levels, and drive innovation and change. Experience with income support programs or seniors’ services is considered an asset. A related university degree (e.g. Human Services, Policy, or Business Administration) combined with 3 - 5 years of senior leadership experience.

 

This competition may be used to fill similar or lower classification positions as they become available in the Senior Division.

 

 

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly ($153,902 - $202,256 yearly)

 

 

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

 

Candidates from Edmonton and other locations will be considered.

 

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer: 

 

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