Manager, Asps Policy Development

**Job Information**

Job Requisition ID: 73406
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary until June 27, 2027
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 17, 2025
Classification: Manager Zone 2

**Salary**: $3,339.00 - $4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,148 to $117,276/ yearly)

Bill 49, the Public Safety and Emergency Services Statutes Amendment Act, 2025 received royal assent in May 2025. The Act is designed to enhance public safety by enabling the creation of a new Independent Agency Police Service (IAPS), now named the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service (ASPS). The amendments ensure the ASPS functions as an independent policing body with strong accountability enhanced civilian oversight, transparency, and accountability.

To assist in these efforts, a temporary two-year implementation team has been established within the Public Security Division to lead the work to implement the ASPS.

**Role Responsibilities**:

- Reporting to the Director of Policy Development and Oversight Board Support, the Manager of Policy Development is responsible for leading a team to design and develop the policing policy, standards, procedures and governance practices for the ASPS, supported by significant engagement. The Manager provides crucial input into politically sensitive government and ASPS leadership decision making about engagement and the required policy development of the ASPS for government, police and public audiences.

Receiving direction and advice from the Director, the Manager will have the capacity gained from previous experience to plan and create required policy, standards and procedures, using human and financial resources to deliver outcomes and develop ASPS capacity. The position guides and mentors a team of specialized analysts as they contribute to achieving the implementation team mandate. As a member of the implementation team management cadre, the Manager also provides inputs to inform implementation planning, reporting and issues management. The Manager works seamlessly with staff and leadership within the ASPS and the ASPS implementation team and supports senior/executive leadership to work seamlessly with the Chief, the Assistant Deputy Minister and other government partners (e.g., legal services, finance, communications, program areas, etc.) to deliver on the government's commitment to establish the ASPS.

Key Responsibilities include:

- Manage the research, development, coordination and delivery of ASPS policies, standards, procedures and governance structure for the ASPS, including the Oversight Board.
- Develop briefings and advice to inform executive decision-making for the ASPS.
- Manage, coach and develop a team of professional staff in support of the ASPS implementation.

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**APS Competencies**:

- 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.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

- **Systems Thinking**: Plans with awareness of broader trends, risks, and political context; aligns actions with organizational strategy and vision.
- **Develop Networks**: Builds strong, inclusive relationships across diverse stakeholders; ensures all voices are heard and needs are met.
- **Drive for Results**: Takes ownership and delegates effectively; monitors performance, commits to outcomes that benefit Albertans, and aligns with APS goals
- **Build Collaborative Environments**: Promotes cross-functional teamwork and open communication. Proactively addresses conflict, removes barriers to progress, and recognizes contributions to build commitment.
- **Agility**: Shows agility by adapting to change, managing risks, and guiding others through transitions. Stays focused on goals, makes decisions in uncertainty, and prepares backup plans.

**Qualifications**:

- A university degree (4 years) in administration, public policy, sociology, criminology, criminal justice or any other closely related field, plus four (4) years progressively related experience; or equivalent.

**Equivalency -** Directly related education or experience will be considered on the basis of:

- 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; OR
- 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

**Required**:

- Experience with policing policy, police standards and procedures
- Experience in public sector governance design and practice
- Experience with legislation, regulation and policy design and development

**Assets**:

- Project management experience
- Familiarity with GoA procurement, business planning, HR, and financial processes.

**Please ensure your cover letter clearly highlights how your experience is aligned with the requirements and noted assets for the role.**

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