Manager, Government Operations and Integration

**Job Information**

Job Requisition ID: 75426
Ministry: Executive Council
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary (End Date July 29, 2027)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 23, 2026
Classification: Manager Zone 2

**Salary**: $3,339.00 to 4,493.32 bi-weekly ($87,147- $117,275/year)

Executive council supports effective strategic planning and coordinated policy development across government, and the promotion of a vibrant and innovative public service. The ministry ensures outcomes are achieved by supporting strategic planning, coordinated policy development and informed decision-making for the Government of Alberta.

**Role Responsibilities**:
Are you a seasoned leader with a passion for public service, strategic thinking, and collaborative problem-solving? Do you thrive in complex environments where your ability to build relationships, manage projects, and drive innovation makes a real difference?

We’re looking for a Manager, Government Operations and Integration to advance cross-ministry initiatives, support executive decision-making, and foster alignment across government. This position will work with Chief Operating Officers and their offices to advance government priorities. This is a high-impact role for someone who excels in navigating complexity, building consensus, and delivering results while frequently working with cross-ministry partners.

In this role, you will:

- **Drive Evidence-Based Decision-Making and Performance Evaluation** - Conduct research and evaluations to assess program effectiveness, identify trends, and provide strategic insights to senior leadership.
- **Build Collaborative Relationships** - Lead and support cross-ministry teams and engage stakeholders to align efforts, resolve conflicts, and deliver shared outcomes.
- **Support Executive Leadership** - Respond to emerging priorities and ad hoc requests with agility, professionalism, and strategic insight.
- **Lead Strategic Projects** - Manage project lifecycles—from planning to execution—ensuring alignment and understanding interdependencies with government priorities, timelines, and budgets.

**Role Responsibilities (continued)**:
We’re looking for someone with:

- **Proven Leadership Experience** - Previous management experience and a track record of providing direction and leadership on complex projects.
- **Strong Financial Acumen** - Ability to interpret financial data, support budgeting and forecasting, and provide strategic insights for resource allocation.
- **Exceptional Communication Skills** - Demonstrated excellence in oral and written communication, including presenting to senior audiences and facilitating meetings.
- **Advanced Interpersonal Skills**:

- Skilled in consultation, negotiation, and facilitation to build consensus and resolve conflict across diverse stakeholder groups.
- **Strategic and Analytical Thinking** - A flexible thinker who can analyze issues creatively and practically to develop effective solutions.
- **Government Expertise** - Deep understanding of government operations, policy development, legislative processes, performance evaluation, and stakeholder engagement.
- **Technical Proficiency** - Fluent in tools such as MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and other enabling technologies.
- **Process and Contract Management** - Experience developing business processes, performing estimation exercises, and managing contracts in multi-stakeholder environments.
- **Dependability and Agility** - A resourceful public servant who consistently delivers results while navigating complex systems with professionalism and adaptability.

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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:
You’re not just experienced—you’re driven, adaptable, and collaborative. You bring a mindset that thrives in complexity and a commitment to delivering meaningful outcomes. Here’s how you show up:

- **You Drive for Results** - You take ownership of outcomes, even when the path isn’t fully defined. You anticipate challenges, remove barriers, and stay focused on delivering results aligned with government priorities. You use data and insight to inform decisions and guide projects to success.
- **You’re Agile and Forward-Thinking** - You embrace change and proactively adjust plans to meet evolving priorities. You stay calm under pressure, support others through transitions, and continuously seek opportunities to improve processes and outcomes.
- **You Build Collaborative Environments** - You know that great outcomes come from strong relationships. You engage stakeholders across ministries and levels of government, resolve conflict re