Director, Programs and Services – Government of Alberta

Job Title: Director, Programs and Services

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description: Job Information
Job Title: Director, Programs and Services
Job Requisition ID: 65982
Ministry: Treasury Board and Finance
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 for hours of work per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary Salaried (2 year-term)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: January 6, 2025
Classification: Senior Manager Zone 2
Salary: $4,274.26 to $5,427.68 bi-weekly ($111,558 – $141,662/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:The Treasury Board and Finance oversees budget planning, financial management, economic analysis, and tax and revenue programs. Within this ministry, Financial Sector Regulation and Policy (FSRP) manages the regulation of insurance companies, pensions, and Alberta-based financial institutions like ATB Financial and credit unions. FSRP also provides policy analysis for provincial and national pension plans and ensures legislation and regulations meet the evolving needs of the industries it regulates.The Automobile Insurance Implementation Team (AIIT) is accountable for developing policies and programs necessary to deliver the care-first insurance system, including researching comparable legislation beyond Alberta. This team will also be accountable for developing strong collaborative working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to create integrated policy and planning options and cooperatively resolve issues.Role ResponsibilitiesAs the Director, Programs and Services, you will provide senior leadership to the Automobile Insurance Implementation Team, driving systemic, long-term reform and ensuring all systems are fully operational before the program’s launch.Your Impact: As the Director, Programs and Strategy, you will:

• Lead a team of multi-disciplinary professionals in the development of legislative, regulatory, and policy frameworks to deliver the care-first auto insurance system.
• Oversee the creation of healthcare treatment protocols, recovery management programs, and budget/product pricing strategies.
• Build and nurture strong collaborative relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders, including insurers, medical professionals, and advocacy groups.
• Ensure seamless integration of the care-first model within Alberta’s regulatory and operational systems, meeting the January 2027 launch deadline.
• Serve as the primary liaison between government, industry, and other key partners to address issues and align strategies.
• Oversee the AIIT budget, external consultants and other contracts related to the project.

APS CompetenciesCompetencies 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.
Key competencies of note for these roles: Systems Thinking, Agility, Drive for Results, and Creative Problem SolvingThis link will assist you with understanding competencies: .QualificationsA university degree in Social Sciences, Law, Public Administration, or a related field, plus at least seven years of experience in government relations, communications, or a related area.
Assets:

• Expertise in business processes, systems, and change management, with proven success in large-scale project management.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to navigate complex stakeholder environments and inspire diverse teams.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to .NotesThis posting is to recruit for up to one (1) Director position within the Treasury Board and Finance Financial Sector Regulation and Policy (FSRP) branch.Please be aware that these positions are currently under classification and adjustments to roles and responsibilities may be updated/adjusted as required.Hours of Work: 36.25Location: Edmonton, Terrace Building (9515-107 Street)Interviews are scheduled to take place January 15th between 1:30pm and 4:30pm and January 20th between 10am-4pm.Final candidates will be required 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.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.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Please also indicate whether your work experience was part-time or full-time.For example: January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Executive Director of Job Title (Full time)Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• 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 , 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)( ) 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 at .

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