Senior Data and Systems Specialist

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Analytics and Integration, the Senior Data and Systems Specialist leads complex data analytics, modelling, and policy-support initiatives that inform capital planning decisions across the education system. This role provides technical leadership in data management, statistical analysis, and the development of tools and frameworks to support strategic investment in Alberta’s school infrastructure.

This Specialist role actions the responsibilities listed below:

•    Lead qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform school capital policy and planning decisions. 
•    Develop and maintain statistical, financial, and demographic models to support capital prioritization. 
•    Design and implement evaluation and prioritization frameworks for data-driven decision-making. 
•    Lead cross-ministry data initiatives and coordinate stakeholder data integration efforts. 
•    Develop and oversee data management, governance, and data assurance processes. 
•    Design and implement data warehousing, reporting tools, and dashboards to support business needs. 
•    Provide expert advice and briefing materials to senior leadership and executive decision-makers. 
•    Lead development of enrolment projections and methodologies to support capital planning. 
•    Conduct environmental scans and analyze trends to identify risks, opportunities, and emerging issues. 
•    Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with ministries, school jurisdictions, and stakeholders. 
•    Support program delivery by providing analytical, technical, and strategic advice aligned with ministry priorities.

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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.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Science, or a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Required: 

•    Experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and research within a policy or program environment. 
•    Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. 
•    Experience with programming or data tools such as Python, SQL, R, or similar. 
•    Experience working with data tools such as Microsoft Excel and/or similar platforms. 
•    Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and provide advice to senior leadership.

Assets: 

•    Knowledge of Government of Alberta capital planning processes, education infrastructure, or related policies. 
•    Experience with data warehousing, data governance, and reporting solutions. 
•    Experience conducting environmental scans and policy analysis. 
•    Experience working in cross-ministry or multi-stakeholder environments. 

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

There is one (1) temporary position available and they are located in Edmonton. These positions work 36.25 hours per week, 8:15am – 4:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience and relevant examples of required competencies.

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.