Policy Analyst

Full or Part-Time: Full Time (2 positions) Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. Within the Ministry of Education and Childcare , the Policy Excellence Sector supports coordinated, evidence-informed policy development and alignment with ministry and Government of Alberta priorities. The Policy Excellence Sector serves as the ministry’s central liaison for strategic policy oversight and development. The Policy Integration and coordination branch works across the ministry and with other government partners to coordinate mandate and policy priorities, support strategic planning, guide policy and legislative materials through approval processes, and facilitate timely decision-making. Reporting to the Manager, Policy Coordination and Integration, the Policy Analyst supports the department’s policy centre of excellence by coordinating and advancing ministry mandate and policy priorities. The position collaborates with internal program areas, other government ministries and the Policy Coordination Office in Executive Council to provide strategic advice and guidance, coordinate policy and legislative materials, support strategic planning, maintain oversight of key initiatives and facilitate timely decision-making. Coordination and Strategic Planning : Coordinate and maintain tracking tools for ministry policy and mandate initiatives; monitor timelines, risks and emerging issues; and prepare critical paths, routing advice, briefing materials and other documents for senior leadership. Policy Integration : Support consistent policy processes across the department, guide program areas on approval pathways and timelines, and coordinate policy and legislative materials with partner branches and Executive Council. Analysis and Advice : Research and analyze complex or sensitive issues, anticipate barriers, and contribute to policy options and recommendations that identify risks, impacts and supporting evidence. Build effective relationships across the ministry and government, act as a liaison for cross-department work, and support stakeholder engagement sessions through material preparation and logistical coordination. Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. Considers the broader policy environment and long‑term impacts of decisions, including government priorities, legislative and Cabinet processes, business planning and implications for Alberta’s education system. Adapts to shifting priorities and manages complex, time‑sensitive issues by anticipating obstacles, assessing risks and identifying practical alternative approaches. Builds productive relationships across program areas and ministries, facilitates open communication and works throughdiffering perspectives to support coordinated policy outcomes. Creative Problem Solving : University graduation in a related field; no experience required; Excellent written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical or sensitive issues clearly to varied audiences. Strong interpersonal and relationship‑building skills to collaborate across program areas, ministries and external stakeholder groups. Sound judgment and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to assess risks, manage sensitive information and support complex, time‑sensitive priorities. Assets Experience in two or more areas of public policy development or coordination, such as issue identification, options development, consultation, implementation or evaluation. Knowledge of Government of Alberta policy, legislative and Cabinet decision‑making processes, including approval pathways and timelines. Experience preparing executive‑level materials such as briefing notes, memoranda, presentation decks, Cabinet materials or correspondence. Experience using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Lists or similar tools to track policy initiatives, deliverables, risks and timelines. There are (2) two full‑time positions, each working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidates will be expected to work out of the Edmonton Office. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate.