Manager, Legislative Planner

Job InformationJob Title: Manager, Legislative Planner & Senior Legislative AnalystJob Requisition ID:77044Ministry:Transportation and Economic CorridorsLocation:EdmontonFull or Part-Time:Full TimeHours of Work:36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary:

- Senior Legislative Analyst: Temporary, up to twelve (12) months

Scope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: November 18, 2025Classification:

- Manager, Legislative Planner: Manager Zone 2
- Senior Legislative Analyst: Program Services 4
- Manager, Legislative Planner: $3,339.00 - $4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,148 - $117,276/year)
- Senior Legislative Analyst: $3,056.50 - $4,006.62 bi-weekly ($79,775 - $104,573/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. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx .

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) serves as a North American leader in transportation systems, contributing to Alberta’s prosperity through safe, innovative, and sustainable infrastructure. TEC offers a rewarding environment with growth opportunities, work-life balance, and the chance to make an impact on Alberta’s transportation network. For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/transportation-and-economic-corridors .

Are you ready to influence the laws and policies that shape Alberta’s transportation system? TEC is seeking two dynamic professionals to join our Strategic Policy and Business Services Branch: a Manager, Legislative Planner and a Senior Legislative Analyst. These roles offer a unique opportunity to lead and support the development of legislation and policy that directly impacts the safety, sustainability, and efficiency of Alberta's transportation network. If you're passionate about strategic thinking, legislative development, and collaborative problem-solving, we invite you to bring your expertise to a team that values innovation, impact, and public service.

As Manager, Legislative Planner, you will lead the department's legislative planning and development efforts, providing strategic advice and direction on high-priority legislative initiatives. You will work closely with senior executives and cross‑ministry teams to ensure legislation aligns with departmental goals and broader government priorities. Your leadership will guide the creation of legal frameworks that support programs, services, and long‑term transportation strategies.

As Senior Legislative Analyst, you will support the development and implementation of legislation, regulations, and legal instruments. Reporting to the Manager, you will collaborate with policy teams, legal counsel, and senior officials to translate policy into effective legislative language. Your work will help ensure that TEC’s legal instruments are clear, aligned, and responsive to Alberta’s evolving transportation needs.

Your key responsibilities include:

- Leading the development and implementation of departmental legislation, regulations, and legal instruments.

- Advising senior executives and elected officials on legislative strategy, timing, and feasibility.

- Coordinating legislative planning across ministries and stakeholder groups.

- Preparing and reviewing drafting instructions and legislative documents.

- Monitoring legislative trends and identifying opportunities for strategic change.

- Managing legislative processes, timelines, and approvals.

- Supporting major restructuring initiatives through legislative amendments.

- Analyzing Private Members’ Bills and advising on departmental positions.

Role Responsibilities cont.

- Supporting the development, review, and implementation of legislative instruments.

- Collaborating with Legal Services and Legislative Counsel to shape legislative projects.

- Advising departmental teams on legislative impacts and processes.

- Drafting instructions and managing approval workflows.

- Monitoring legislative developments and analyzing implications.

- Maintaining tracking systems and reporting tools.

- Building relationships across the department and Executive Council.

- Providing project leadership and acting roles within the Legislation and Policy Development team.

Please click on the following links to view the job description for each position:

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.

- Build Collaborative Environments: Leads cross‑functional teams and builds trusted relationships to develop and implement legislative strategies.

- Drive for Results: Works independently and proactively to ensure legislative initiatives are coordinated and delivered effectively.

- Agility: Navigates complex, shifting priorities with political acumen and champions change across the department.

- Creative Problem Solving: Guides teams in breaking down complex legislative challenges and developing innovative solutions.

- Systems Thinking: Evaluates legislative impacts across the transportation system and aligns strategies with long‑term departmental goals.

- Build Collaborative Environments: Facilitates alignment between policy and legislation through effective teamwork and consultation.

- Agility: Adapts to evolving legislative priorities and manages multiple projects with clarity and confidence

- Creative Problem Solving: Develops innovative legislative responses to policy challenges through strategic analysis

- Systems Thinking: Understands the broader implications of legislative changes and supports sustainable policy implementation.

Qualifications

Required:

- A related university degree (e.g., Political Sciences, Social Science, Business, Law, etc.), and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience. Equivalencies may be considered.

- Applications without cover letters demonstrating how your skills and experience relate to the role will not be considered. It will be used to assess writing and communication skills.

- Proven leadership in cross‑ministry collaboration and strategic planning (only a requirement for the Manager, Legislative Planner position)

- Strong research, analytical, and strategic thinking skills.

Preferred:

- Experience in legislative planning, development, and drafting within government environments.

- Familiarity with legislation relevant to Transportation and Economic Corridors (e.g., Traffic Safety Act, Highway Development and Protection Act).

- Experience in project management.

Equivalencies are:

- A related two‑year diploma and a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; a related one‑year certificate and a minimum of seven (7) years of related experience; or a minimum of eight (8) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

- These positions are full‑time roles with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

- Location: Twin Atria Building, 4999 98 Ave, Edmonton, AB T6B 2X3

Recruitment Process:

- Pre‑employment checks will be conducted to assess candidates’ suitability. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, academic verification, criminal record check, etc.

- Candidates may be required to participate in a written assignment as part of our assessment process.

- 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.

- Positive workplace culture and work‑life balance.

- Leadership and mentorship programs.

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.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles , for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post‑secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html ).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

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. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Tomasz Gruszka at tomasz.gruszka@gov.ab.ca .

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