Policy and Research Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about the justice system? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment, applying your analytical expertise to solve complex problems? Join our dynamic team!

Reporting to the Manager, Court Policy, you'll have the opportunity to support senior and executive management by addressing action requests and providing vital information to the public and other stakeholders. You will engage in a variety of short- and long-term research projects on government initiatives, policies, programs, and services that impact court and resolution services in Alberta.

As a Policy and Research Analyst, your role will include, but is not limited to:

• Conducting research and synthesizing timely, accurate and complete information to support recommendations to senior and executive management, including the Minister of Justice and Solicitor General, through briefing notes, memos, meeting agendas, reports, policies, and proposals.
• Working with team members and colleagues from other divisions and departments, and stakeholders in an advisory capacity.
• Accessing a diverse network of contacts and conducting research to respond directly to telephone calls, emails, and letters regarding resolution and court services operations, procedures, services, and programs.
• Defining problems and developing recommendations and alternatives to help with executive decision making, policy development, operational effectiveness, and operational and strategic planning.
• Participating in project coordination and the implementation of initiatives within the division, across the Ministry, and with other provincial government departments.

As the ideal candidate, you will bring:

• Strong critical thinking skills, intellectual curiosity, and the ability to persevere in the face of competing priorities and challenges.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of colleagues and stakeholders.
• A strong commitment to diplomacy and professionalism in the workplace.
• The ability to efficiently and accurately summarize and synthesize information from a variety of sources to develop sound recommendations.
• The ability to manage multiple time-sensitive research and writing projects that assist Albertans seeking information and services.
• Strong adaptability and organizational skills, coupled with confidence in project and time management, to meet deliverables within established timelines.

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.

The successful candidate will possess the following Alberta Public Service competencies:

• Systems Thinking – You anticipate the outcomes and potential impacts of decisions on stakeholders and the broader justice system and factor these considerations into your planning.
• Creative Problem Solving – You gather a breadth of data and diverse perspectives to evaluate potential solutions and determine the most effective course of action. You encourage healthy debate and generate ideas from across the department to develop options and recommendations that advance new initiatives.
• Drive for Results – You map out projects from beginning to end and monitor progress to ensure deviations from the plan are identified early and addressed appropriately. You are also able to pivot as needed while maintaining focus on the desired outcomes.
• Develop Networks – You communicate regularly with stakeholders and create opportunities for the mutual exchange of information. You build trust by maintaining relationships, remaining open to different perspectives, and pursuing long-term, mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Build Collaborative Environment – You work cooperatively and collaboratively with a variety of teams within the ministry, across government, and in the community to achieve client, divisional, and ministry goals and objectives.

Qualifications

Required: University graduation in a related field (e.g. Political Science, Public Administration, Social Sciences, English, Education, etc.) plus two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in policy and research analysis and development; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience will be 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

Preference will be given to candidates with the following:

• Work experience within the Ministry of Justice.
• Work experience in policy and research analysis and development in the public or not-for-profit sector.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement, including preparing briefing notes and providing recommendations and options to senior leadership and decision-makers.
• Work experience in designing, developing, and leading small- to medium-sized research and writing projects.
• Work experience using case management software.
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and SharePoint.

Cover Letter Requirement

All applicants must include a cover letter with their application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please provide a brief overview (approximately 300 - 400 words) outlining how your qualifications and experience make you a strong candidate for this role. Cover letters will be assessed for writing skills (e.g. grammar, spelling, punctuation) as part of the screening process.

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

Position Information:

• Location: 102A Tower in Edmonton, Alberta.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

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.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.