Executive Advisor to the Chief Scientist

1 week ago

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada Government of Alberta Full time
Executive Advisor to the Chief Scientist

Job Information
Job Title: Executive Advisor to the Chief Scientist
Job Requisition ID: 68162
Ministry: Environment and Protected Areas
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing - 14 Months
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: April 2, 2025
Classification: Manager Zone 2
Salary: $3,241.74 to $4,362.44 bi-weekly ($84,609 - $113,859/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: Diversity and Inclusion Policy.

The Office of the Chief Scientist coordinates delivery of the provincial Environmental Science Program to provide data, information and reporting on the condition of Alberta's environment.

Are you a natural problem-solver and high achiever? Do you flourish in a fast-paced environment that requires strategic thinking? Are you skilled in managing issues and communicating complex, technical information? If so, consider joining our team as the Executive Advisor to the Chief Scientist of Environment and Protected Areas (EPA).

The Executive Advisor supports the Office of the Chief Scientist with strategic direction, policy, planning, and engagement processes. This position manages and oversees a comprehensive system of responses to urgent requests and briefings, allowing the Office of the Chief Scientist (OCS) to maintain day-to-day operations with minimal disruption.

Working with senior leaders and executives daily, your ability to influence, coach, and understand government systems are critical skills. As a member of the OCS leadership team, you will provide expertise and input into strategic decisions and governance processes.

This position also provides dedicated Secretariat support to both the Science Advisory Panel (SAP) and the Indigenous Wisdom Advisory Panel (IWAP), which advise the Minister and Chief Scientist of EPA on aspects of the Environmental Science Program.

Main responsibilities include:
  • Professional support to the Chief Scientist – Provide professional support and assistance for briefings on current and emerging issues.
  • Coordination – Coordinate or prepare responses regarding Environmental Science Program and associated Condition of Environment reporting.
  • Relationship Management – Maintain and improve collaborative relationships with the Departments, including attending biweekly Executive Advisor meetings.
  • Communication and Information Management – Establish, implement, integrate, and monitor effective communication processes and information management systems.
  • Administrative Oversight – Oversee the administration of freedom of information requests and manage OCS Action Requests (ARs).
  • Operational and Strategic Support for the Advisory Panels – Serve as Secretariat for both the Science Advisory Panel and Indigenous Wisdom Advisory Panel.
  • Compliance, Oversight and Collaboration – Ensure that the advisory panels operate in compliance with applicable Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act (APAGA) legislation and regulations.
  • Strategic Planning and Evaluation – Coordinate with the Chief Scientist and Strategy and Governance Division for recruitment and reappointment of advisory panel members.

You will implement and monitor effective communication processes and information management systems for the OCS. Your strong proficiency to assess issues, determine their nature and priority, and take appropriate action ensures timely and coordinated responses. Your ability to build effective relationships and partnerships will set you up for success in this role.

Qualifications

Required:

• University degree in a related field such as Environmental Science, Environmental Communication, or Biology.

• Minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in strategic planning, issues management, and/or strategic relationships.

Equivalencies will be considered - related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis.

The following experience would be considered an asset:

• Graduate degree in an environmental science or communication discipline.

• Direct experience working in an executive office environment.

• Experience writing and editing briefing notes and action requests.

• Project management experience.

• Familiarity with appropriate stakeholder groups and their issues.

• Relevant work experience with government roles, structure, policies, and procedures.

• Previous support or involvement with advisory or expert panels.

A cover letter is required. In your cover letter, please provide information that clearly demonstrates how your qualifications meet the advertised requirements for this position.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time.

Pre-employment checks will be completed to assess the candidate's suitability for the role, including references, criminal records check, and academic verification.

How To Apply

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

It is recommended that applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator.

Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

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