Director, Leadership Development

Join to apply for the Director, Leadership Development role at Government of Alberta Job Information Job Title: Director, Leadership Development Job Requisition ID: 77083 Ministry: Public Service Commission Location: Edmonton Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Permanent/Temporary: Permanent Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: November 25, 2025 Classification: Senior Manager 2 Salary: $4,402.49 to $5,590.52 bi-weekly ($114,904 to $145,912 per year) The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve. The Public Service Commission (PSC) provides human resources services to the Government of Alberta. The Leadership and Talent Management (LTM) Branch cultivates leadership capacity at all levels of the Alberta Public Service (APS), focusing on executive and senior manager talent management and development. The branch supports alignment with APS priorities, fosters a culture of continuous learning, and aligns talent strategies with organizational goals. Role Responsibilities Are you passionate about developing leaders who can navigate complexity and drive meaningful change? As Director, Leadership Development, you’ll design and deliver strategies that ensure leaders at all levels—from front‑line supervisors to senior executives—have the skills, agility, and support to lead effectively in a dynamic public service environment. What You’ll Do Shape Leadership Strategy: Develop and implement government‑wide leadership development strategies aligned with APS priorities and leadership frameworks. Design & Deliver Programs: Oversee tailored programs for all leadership levels, incorporating best practices in adult learning, inclusion, and accessibility. Lead Mentoring & Coaching: Build frameworks for mentoring, coaching, and peer learning to support career growth and leadership transitions. Collaborate Across APS: Partner with Executive Search, Talent Management, HR teams, and department leaders to ensure integrated, effective solutions. Drive Innovation: Use data and feedback to refine programs and address emerging leadership needs. Inspire & Lead a Team: Guide a diverse team of specialists in program design, curriculum development, analytics, and delivery. What You Will Bring Expertise in adult learning principles, program design, and evaluation. Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders, lead change, and foster collaboration. Experience managing complex, multi‑stakeholder environments and external vendor partnerships. Exceptional communication, strategic thinking, and relationship‑building skills. A passion for creating inclusive, future‑focused leadership programs that drive organizational success. APS Competencies Systems Thinking: Integrates broader context into planning. Agility: Proactively incorporates change into processes. Drive for Results: Takes and delegates responsibility for outcomes. Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues. Develop Networks: Makes working with a wide range of parties an imperative. Build Collaborative Environments: Involves a wide group of stakeholders when working on outcomes. Qualifications Minimum recruitment standard : University graduation in Public Administration, Business, HR Management or other related field, supplemented by seven years of progressive experience in Talent Management, Leadership Development, or Executive HR functions. Equivalency : Directly related education or experience is considered on the basis of: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education. Role Requirements Experience managing complex programs and leading diverse professional teams. Adult learning principles and curriculum design. Program evaluation and data‑driven decision‑making. Vendor management and quality assurance. Strategic thinking and change leadership. Strong communication and influencing skills. Collaboration across multiple stakeholders. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results. Familiarity with large, complex public sector environments is an asset. How To Apply Applicants should provide information that demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates must apply online. The Government of Alberta recommends credential evaluation for applicants with post‑secondary studies conducted outside Canada. Contact If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Cindy Zaiffdeen at #J-18808-Ljbffr