Policy Analyst

Policy Analyst

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Posting Date: Oct 22, 2026

Location

Edmonton, AB

Company

Government of Alberta

Job Information

Job Title: Policy Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 88290

Ministry: Education and Childcare

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time (2 positions)

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date:October 29, 2026

Classification: Program Services 2

Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 ($66,884-$87,736/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities.

Within the Ministry of Education and Childcare , the Policy Excellence Sector supports coordinated, evidence-informed policy development and alignment with ministry and Government of Alberta priorities.

The Policy Excellence Sector serves as the ministry’s central liaison for strategic policy oversight and development. The Policy Integration and coordination branch works across the ministry and with other government partners to coordinate mandate and policy priorities, support strategic planning, guide policy and legislative materials through approval processes, and facilitate timely decision-making.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Policy Coordination and Integration, the Policy Analyst supports the department’s policy centre of excellence by coordinating and advancing ministry mandate and policy priorities. The position collaborates with internal program areas, other government ministries and the Policy Coordination Office in Executive Council to provide strategic advice and guidance, coordinate policy and legislative materials, support strategic planning, maintain oversight of key initiatives and facilitate timely decision-making.

Key responsibilities include

Coordination and Strategic Planning : Coordinate and maintain tracking tools for ministry policy and mandate initiatives; monitor timelines, risks and emerging issues; and prepare critical paths, routing advice, briefing materials and other documents for senior leadership.

Policy Integration : Support consistent policy processes across the department, guide program areas on approval pathways and timelines, and coordinate policy and legislative materials with partner branches and Executive Council.

Analysis and Advice : Research and analyze complex or sensitive issues, anticipate barriers, and contribute to policy options and recommendations that identify risks, impacts and supporting evidence.

Collaboration and Engagement : Build effective relationships across the ministry and government, act as a liaison for cross-department work, and support stakeholder engagement sessions through material preparation and logistical coordination.

The Job Description is provided for further details on this position.

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.

Systems Thinking : Considers the broader policy environment and long-term impacts of decisions, including government priorities, legislative and Cabinet processes, business planning and implications for Alberta’s education system.

Agility : Adapts to shifting priorities and manages complex, time-sensitive issues by anticipating obstacles, assessing risks and identifying practical alternative approaches.

Build Collaborative Environments : Builds productive relationships across program areas and ministries, facilitates open communication and works through differing perspectives to support coordinated policy outcomes.

Creative Problem Solving : Uses research, evidence and diverse perspectives to understand complex issues, improve coordination and develop practical solutions that support ministry priorities.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field; no experience required; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience will be considered on the basis of one year of education for one year of experience, or one year of experience for one year of education.

Required Skills

Strong research and analytical skills, including the ability to synthesize complex information and develop evidence-informed advice.

Excellent written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain technical or sensitive issues clearly to varied audiences.

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to collaborate across program areas, ministries and external stakeholder groups.

Sound judgment and problem-solving skills, including the ability to assess risks, manage sensitive information and support complex, time-sensitive priorities.

Assets

Experience in two or more areas of public policy development or coordination, such as issue identification, options development, consultation, implementation or evaluation.

Knowledge of Government of Alberta policy, legislative and Cabinet decision-making processes, including approval pathways and timelines.

Experience preparing executive-level materials such as briefing notes, memoranda, presentation decks, Cabinet materials or correspondence.

Experience coordinating stakeholder engagement sessions or cross-ministry initiatives.

• Experience using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Lists or similar tools to track policy initiatives, deliverables, risks and timelines.

Minimum Recruitment Standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

There are (2) two full-time positions, each working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The successful candidates will be expected to work out of the Edmonton Office.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

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 we have to offer :

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Alberta Public Service Benefit Information .

Professional learning and development.

Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool .

Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

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 online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

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 also 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