National Safety Code (NSC) Program Specialist

Role Responsibilities

Join a high-impact team that sets the standard for road safety and regulatory excellence in Alberta’s commercial transportation sector. The Driver, Carrier and Vehicle Services Branch is seeking a detail-oriented, client-focused NSC Program Specialist to support Alberta’s commercial carrier industry. If you thrive in a role where your decisions directly affect public safety, operational compliance, and industry standards, this is your opportunity to make a real difference.
 

As an NSC Program Specialist, you'll serve as the primary contact and subject matter expert for new and existing commercial carriers navigating Alberta’s regulatory framework. Reporting to the NSC Team Lead within the Carrier and Vehicle Programs Section, you will manage safety fitness certificate applications, guide carriers through the pre-entry process, and support Transportation Network Companies (TNCs). Your work ensures that only compliant, qualified operators are licensed, reinforcing the integrity of Alberta’s transportation safety framework and influencing future policy.
 

Your key responsibilities include:

• Managing the issuance and renewal of Safety Fitness Certificates (SFC) and pre-entry programs for commercial carriers
• Ensuring applications meet all regulatory and policy requirements through detailed verification
• Investigating potential chameleon carriers and identifying applicants with a history of non-compliance
• Issuing or updating safety ratings and conditions based on compliance history and program standards
• Processing amendment requests and maintaining accurate records across multiple systems
• Overseeing TNC program applications, ensuring full documentation and regulatory compliance
• Interpreting and communicating complex policies to stakeholders in accessible, plain language
• Supporting carriers in navigating online systems and resolving technical or procedural issues
• Monitoring trends, identifying system or policy gaps, and recommending improvements to enhance program delivery

What you’ll bring to the role:

• Strong communication skills for explaining complex regulatory requirements in clear, client-friendly terms
• Research and analytical expertise to evaluate compliance history and assess operational risk
• High attention to detail and accuracy in reviewing documentation and maintaining system integrity
• Professionalism and emotional intelligence when managing interactions with frustrated or uncertain clients
• A client-first approach, with the confidence to support stakeholders through challenging regulatory processes
• Initiative and problem-solving abilities to flag issues, recommend improvements, and support decision-making
• Flexibility and time management skills to juggle competing priorities in a fast-paced, evolving environment

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.    
 

Qualifications

Required:

• A high school diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered. 
• Cover letter detailing how your skills and experience align with the role's responsibilities, used to assess writing and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Demonstrated customer service experience
• Strong administrative skills, including accurate record-keeping, document processing, and data entry
• Experience in regulatory compliance, policy interpretation, or program administration
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• In-depth knowledge of the MOVES system

Equivalencies are:

• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of one (1) years of related experience; a related one-year certificate and a minimum of two (2) years of related experience; or a related university degree and no related experience.

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

Additional Position Details:

• We have two permanent, full-time positions available, working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday (8:15 am - 4:30 pm).
• Location: Provincial Building, 4920 51 St, Red Deer, AB T4N 6K8
• This position is eligible for the Work from Home Hybrid – Please note that the incumbent must be fully on-boarded, trained, and performing satisfactorily in the role before participating in the Work from Home Hybrid.

Recruitment Process:

• Pre-employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.
• 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. 
• Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.
   

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 a modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.