Continuous Improvement Specialist

3 weeks ago


Edmonton, Canada Government of Alberta Full time

Role Responsibilities

Cont'd

The primary responsibilities for the Continuous Improvement Analyst include, but are not limited to:

Supporting business areas to identify and facilitate business improvements and initiatives to meet business needs. Providing support from a business process perspective to ensure that changes can be translated from high-level business requirements into feasible and efficient business and operational process  Analyzing the business change and assess the impacts on the organization and the business Reviewing, analyzing, and creating detailed documentation of business application functional requirements and user needs, including processes, workflow, and program functions Reviewing and evaluating system deliverables combining technical ability with a user perspective to ensure satisfaction is met. Assessing or streamlining opportunities that are manual or automated and making recommendations to the business sponsor or senior management Conducting business requirements review sessions with staff to identify requirements that are needed and document the process.

The successful candidate will have:

Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to articulate complex concepts and write logical, well thought through documents in a clear and concise manner Research and investigative skills, and commitment to continuous improvement and innovation through use of creative thinking Organizational and time management skills, including ability to prioritize and manage multiple activities and project tasks in a fast paced and rapidly evolving environment with multiple and often conflicting priorities and deadlines.

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

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Required:

University graduation in a related field (Social Sciences, Operations Management, Business, Economics, or related field) 


Equivalency: Directly 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: 

2 – 4 years of progressively responsible related experience in process improvement methodologies and established process analysis and improvement tools; and Process Improvement and Statistical Process Control methodologies  Lean Six Sigma Green Belt training Knowledge and experience in change management, process improvement methodologies, business analysis and project management.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full – time role with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton, AB

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Your cover letter and resume will be used to assess your writing competency.

Candidates may be asked back for follow up interviews in which they are asked to prepare and delivery a short presentation to further assess knowledge, experience, and presentation skills. 

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary.

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 has to offer to prospective employees.

Working for the Alberta Public Service - Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - Professional learning and development - Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool - 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.

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