Director, Operating Programs and Special Initiatives

Director, Operating Programs and Special Initiatives Job InformationJob Title: Director, Operating Programs and Special InitiativesJob Requisition ID: 77333Ministry: Municipal AffairsLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: OpenClosing Date: December 8, 2025Classification: Senior Manager Zone 2 (M42Z2)Salary: 5,018.84 to 6,373.20 bi-weekly ($130,991 - $166,340 /year) Overview The Ministry of Municipal Affairs assists municipalities in providing well-managed, collaborative, and accountable local government to Albertans. The Director will lead a team of management and professional staff to administer competitive and operating grant programs and special initiatives that support local governments. Key Responsibilities Program Implementation and Delivery Oversee the delivery of competitive funding programs to support municipal infrastructure, services, and regional capacity building. Lead teams to implement and administer programs such as the Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) and Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) Operating program. Lead the development and administration of special grants to local governments. Support the development and implementation of new or modified grant programs, ensuring compliance with policies, timelines, and resource allocation. Provide input on grant IT system development and program evaluations, and identify strategies to streamline processes and enhance client service. Lead the intake and administration of municipal sector agreements under the Provincial Priorities Act. Grant Compliance and Payments Develop and enforce policies and procedures to ensure compliance with conditional grant agreements and government accountability frameworks. Ensure adherence to legislation and process requirements for all grant programs. Approve payments for the programs under the Director’s accountability. Strategic Leadership and Integrated Approaches Offer strategic perspectives on grant delivery, processes, and accountability functions to senior leadership and cross-ministry initiatives. Represent the ministry on committees addressing grant program development, legislation, and intergovernmental coordination. Build and maintain strategic relationships with other department staff involved in administering operating grant programs, stakeholders, provincial and federal departments, and local governments to support regional coordination and financial health. Lead a team to develop a client service strategy for the branch. Corporate Information and Support Lead program forecasting and provide strategic advice on multi-year budgets and funding commitments. Collaborate with Communications and Corporate Services to ensure accurate and timely financial and program information is shared. Advisory and Issue Management Deliver timely, high-quality advice on funding programs, special initiatives, and emerging issues to senior leadership and stakeholders. Support new program development and administration across departments. Qualifications University Degree in a related field such as Public Administration, Economics, Political Science, Social Science, or Business plus 7 years of experience. 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 Management and leadership of professional staff. Program management and delivery, including program and policy development. Experience reviewing and/or implementing programs, legislation, and regulations. Proven ability to liaise with stakeholders, senior management, and political representatives. Skills & Competencies Supervisory and leadership skills. Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities. Project and time management expertise. Organizational and budgeting skills. Research and analytical capabilities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Consultation and facilitation experience. Interpersonal, mediation, and negotiation skills. Competencies Systems Thinking – Takes a long-term view towards organization’s objectives and how to achieve them. Must consider how different factors affect market and property values, how these factors were considered and implemented by municipal assessors and how they interact and influence property values over time. Agility – Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks. Adjusts project timelines and deliverables in response to new executive requests. Creative Problem Solving – Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues. Drive For Results – Consider complex factors and aligns solutions with broader organization mission. Build Collaborative Environments – Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes. Application Process Applicants are required to submit a cover letter along with their resume. Only applications with a cover letter will be reviewed. 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. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dawn Bradbury at dawn.bradbury@gov.ab.ca. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr