Economist

Job Information
Job Title: Economist 
Job Requisition ID: 77127
Ministry: Treasury Board & Finance
Location: EDMONTON
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: December 4, 2025
Classification: Program Services 3 (PS3)
Salary: ​$2,849.89 to $3,738.14 bi-weekly ($74,382 - $97,565 / year)

Treasury Board and Finance, Edmonton – Responsible for budget planning, financial management and economic analysis, as well as the administration of tax and revenue programs.

The Economics and Fiscal Policy Division plays an integral role in the development of Alberta's fiscal strategy. This position is in the Economics and Revenue Forecasting branch.

The Economic and Revenue Forecasting branch is primarily responsible for analysis and advice to the Government of Alberta (GoA) on fiscal and economic issues. This includes:

• Forecasting the economy, population, tax revenues, non-renewable resource revenues and federal transfers for the Budget and quarterly fiscal updates, including scenario analysis.
• Preparing budget and quarterly update material.
• Supporting the development and evaluation of economic policy and project proposals for the GoA.

For further information about Treasury Board and Finance, see our website at

Join the Economic Forecasting and Analysis section within Alberta Treasury Board and Finance Our team provides key economic information, reports, and forecasts that help shape Alberta's future. As an Economist, you will support the preparation and delivery of these vital deliverables, impacting budget development and policy decisions that benefit all Albertans. The role exists to provide economic analysis, publications, and forecasts that are used in policy development, ministries' annual budgets, and by other government departments and the public.

The economic forecasts that the Economist helps to create contribute to the government's fiscal plan and influence policy recommendations. This impacts how the government plans its budget and develops policies affecting Albertans.

What you will Do:

•    Develop and manage databases to streamline economic analysis and reporting.

•    Maintain files and databases on information relevant to Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, automating processes where possible.

•    Create presentations for senior officials, including the Chief Economist and Deputy Minister.

•    Prepare charts, tables, and other data visualizations for economic publications and reports.

•    Assist in the preparation and development of economic forecasts for Alberta.

•    Support the development of economic models in collaboration with Senior Economists.

•    Gather and prepare economic data from various sources, ensuring accuracy and completeness.

•    Assist in building and refining economic models to forecast economic indicators and trends.

•    Ensure the accuracy and integrity of economic analyses and publications through rigorous fact-checking.

•    Provide analytical and research support to other branches on policy-related projects.

•    Consult with other provincial departments on economic issues.

What You'll Gain / Why This Role Matters: 

•    Impact: Contribute directly to the economic forecasts that inform Alberta's budget and fiscal planning.

•    Learning: Develop your skills in economic modeling, data analysis, and forecasting techniques.

•    Exposure: Work closely with senior economists and government officials.

•    Development: Opportunity to do independent research and recommend new analytical techniques.

•    Contribution: Your work will influence policy recommendations and contribute to the economic well-being of Alberta.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this 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.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:

Agility: Adapt to changing priorities and contribute to new projects and initiatives.

Creative Problem Solving: Contribute to addressing data gaps in economic statistics through collaboration with other branches, ministries, and levels of government.

Drive for Results: Ensure the accuracy and integrity of economic analyses and publications, including budget documents.

Build Collaborative Environments: Provide analytical support and expertise to senior managers and other government departments.

Systems Thinking: Understand how economic forecasts impact the government's fiscal plan and policy recommendations.

Develop Self and Others: Maintain and enhance your knowledge of economic theory, econometrics, and forecasting techniques.

Bachelor's degree in economics, Finance, Business or a related field, plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience with data-management software programs and working knowledge of economic theory, econometrics, and forecasting techniques.

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.

The following are considered assets:

•    Solid understanding of the industrial and institutional structures and economic history of Alberta and Canada.

•    Awareness of major sources of economic information and the ability to navigate them effectively.

•    Strong written and oral communication skills.

•    Strong analytical and quantitative skills.

•    Ability to communicate technical issues in simple language.

•    Knowledge of economic research techniques.

•    Strong analytical skills and able to use statistical techniques and econometric models.

A cover letter highlighting the above preferences and assets is required, and will be reviewed to determine your qualifications.
The below statement must be included in job ad:
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

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This position is a permanent, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

Location:
Queen Elizabeth II Building located at Avenue, Edmonton.

Candidates with lesser qualifications may be considered at a lower classification and salary. This competition may be used to fill future roles at the same or lower classifications.

Candidates may be asked to participate in a written assessment. Final candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening.

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.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

•    Working for the Alberta Public Service -

•    Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) -

•    Alberta Public Service Benefit Information -

•    Professional learning and development -

•    Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –

•    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 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 ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ).

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 Shannon Rowe