Manager, Provincial Infrastructure Programs

Role Responsibilities

As the Manager, Provincial Infrastructure Programs, you will be reporting to the Director, Provincial and Federal Programs, and will provide leadership and advice on the delivery of the Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) Capital, the wind-down of the Municipal Sustainability Initiative program, or on the implementation and delivery of new programs and initiatives.

You will provide leadership, management, continuous improvement, and supervision to the Provincial Infrastructure Program team who are focused on the delivery and compliance of the LGFF and MSI capital infrastructure programs for projects submitted by Alberta local governments.

With assistance from your team, you will participate in departmental and cross-ministry projects and may represent the province in the implementation of the programs. You will coordinate with staff from other areas of the branch when conducting various activities such as the development of grant management systems, program reporting, grant payments, and the development, review and implementation of new or modified programs.

You will set standards to ensure the provision of exemplary client service as you and the team provide daily consultation and advisory support to clients (primarily local governments). You will also maintain these standards and ensure program delivery initiatives reflect consultation and coordination with senior staff from across the ministry or other provincial Ministries.

As the Manager, you and your team will work in the context of the provincial government’s goals, guidelines and policies, the department’s policies, provincial grant agreement requirements, business plan, budget, accountability guidelines, and provincial legislation and regulations, including the Municipal Government Act, and the Grants Regulation.

The Manager of Provincial Infrastructure Programs will be required to:

•    Deliver and manage compliance for provincial infrastructure programs, specifically the LGFF and MSI.
•    Provide information and advice on provincial grant programs to stakeholders and senior leadership.
•    Implement program changes or new programs, including the development of new processes. 
•    Contribute to grant program policy and grant program development.
•    Represent the Branch or Unit on committees and/or multi-disciplinary project teams.
•    Contribute to the mandate and goals of the Grants and Education Program Tax Branch, including team management. 

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

BUILD COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS Lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes

DRIVE FOR RESULTS You will demonstrate independence and reliability; maintain a strategic focus, prioritize actions effectively and at the same deliver results for a diverse client base.

CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING The ability to analyze the impact and break apart any complex problems is critical, to focus on getting the best end result for the client.

DEVELOPING SELF AND OTHERS Supportive ongoing growth, development, and performance for you and your staff.

Qualifications

University degree in a related field (Public Administration, Business Administration, Political Science, Accounting, etc.) plus at least four (4) years of progressively responsible experience OR eight (8) years of combined related education and work experience.

Equivalency:
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:
•    1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
•    1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Assets:
•    Direct grant program administration and/or delivery experience.
•    Experience assisting with the development of IT systems.
•    Experience with process improvement including identifying, analyzing and improving existing business processes to optimize performance and improve the experience for internal and external users.
•    Experience managing people in a professional setting.
•    Strong project management skills
•    Exceptional writing, research and analytical skills

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards

Notes

This position is a permanent position with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
•    Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
•    Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
•    Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
•    Leadership and mentorship programs