Policy & Projects Coordinator

Role Responsibilities

The Policy and Projects Coordinator within the Inspection and Investigation Section (IIS) will work with a broad team, providing both policy and projects support to the Rat Control Program, Wild Boar Control Program, and Feeder Associations Loan Guarantee Program, as well as support to the Inspection and Investigation Specialists and other sections within the Animal Health and Assurance Branch (AHAB) as required. 

This position reports to the Director of IIS, who reports to the AHAB Executive Director.

This position requires an ability to interpret legislation and government directives, as well as a strong understanding of the policy process, political acumen, project coordination, communications, and excellent writing skills.  

The emphasis will be on the development, maintenance and monitoring of legislation, regulations and internal procedures and projects in support of IIS' objectives. 

This position will also work closely with various industry representatives, boards, and commissions in the course of their duties. This includes, but not restricted to: Alberta Milk, Alberta Pork, Feeder Associations of Alberta Limited, Alberta Association of Agricultural Fieldmen, Alberta Elk Commission, Livestock Identification Services Ltd. (LIS), Alberta Society for the Prevention of Cruelty of Animals (AB SPCA), Alberta Health Services, Natural Resources Conservation Board, and Pest Management Regulatory Agency.

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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.

• Systems Thinking: You consistently take a holistic and long-term view of challenges and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas.
• Creative Problem Solving: Identifies techniques, resources and risks while solving complex problems. Allows others to think creatively and voice ideas. 
• Agility: Ability to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
• Drive For Results: Knowing what outcomes are important and maximizing resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders.
• Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Develop Self and Others: A commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field (e.g. public policy, political science, economics, animal science, public administration, project management) plus four years of progressively responsible related experience (e.g. program planning, policy development and project management). 

Equivalency: 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:

• Experience with program evaluation, legislation development, interpretation and review, including public consultation and implementation. 
• Knowledge of the government decision-making processes, objectives, goals and strategies.
• Strong project and resource management skills, with the ability to manage multiple and diverse projects at one time. 
• Experience with applicable business productivity tools and information management systems (e.g. Microsoft Office Suite, ARTS, Agridam).

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 is a permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate can choose to work from Edmonton or Red Deer or Airdrie.

Occasional travel may be required. 

Applicants must include a cover letter with their application. Your cover letter must clearly demonstrate how your education and experience meet the qualifications listed. Your cover letter may be used as an assessment tool for written communication skills.

The selection process may include written assessments, interviews, and reference checks. 

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

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 have 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.