Planning Coordinator

Role Responsibilities

Do you thrive on solving complex problems, coordinating key projects, and working with diverse stakeholders? Are you ready to influence the priorities and operations of a groundbreaking agency?

As the Planning Coordinator for the Police Review Commission (PRC), your expertise in coordination, analysis, and problem-solving will directly impact the agency’s success. Reporting to the Manager of Organizational Development, you will oversee procurement, reporting, and project activities while supporting the development of critical documents such as the three-year strategic plan and annual report.

Key areas that will make you successful in this role:

Coordination – Manage procurement activities, new office space coordination, and contract tracking to keep the PRC equipped and running smoothly.
Information Analysis – Research, analyze, and present insights to guide agency decisions and respond to emerging issues.
Project Support – Facilitate meetings, track progress, and align projects with leadership priorities.
Content Development – Contribute to the development of the strategic plan and annual report, ensuring clarity and transparency in communication.
Leadership – Champion equity, diversity, and inclusion, while delivering high-quality work that supports PRC’s strategic goals.

In this role, you will play a key part in shaping the implementation and future priorities of the PRC while navigating sensitive and complex issues. Your contributions will help establish the PRC as a leader in police oversight in Alberta.

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.

To excel in this role, the successful candidate will demonstrate the following competencies:

• Systems Thinking – Analyze inter-relationships, trends, and long-term outcomes to inform decisions, considering unintended consequences and aligning actions with goals
• Drive for Results – Deliver high-quality outcomes by planning effectively, collaborating with others, and exceeding performance expectations 
• Agility – Adapt to change with resilience and creativity, proactively improving processes while maintaining composure in dynamic situations
• Creative Problem Solving – Tackle challenges by exploring innovative approaches, leveraging diverse perspectives, and applying lessons learned to improve outcomes

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree in a related field; no experience required; or equivalent as described below
• 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.

The following will be considered assets:

• Experience writing for a variety of audiences.
• Experience preparing information and decision materials.
• Experience in procurement coordination or project coordination

Technical Competencies:

• Experience in research and data analysis, including summarizing findings and presenting to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of project management principles and procurement processes to support coordination of tasks.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills to engage with stakeholders and present information effectively.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to manage priorities and meet deadlines in a dynamic environment.

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

• Office will be located in Edmonton or Calgary
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
• Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)

Other Application Information
 

• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume e.g. Jan 2022 to Dec 2023
• A Cover letter is required with your application
• Final candidates may be required to undergo an assessment.
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.

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.

What the GoA has to offer to prospective employee:
 

• 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
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.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.