Job InformationJob Title: Director, Environmental RegulationRequisition ID: 79014Ministry: Transportation and Economic CorridorsLocation: EdmontonFull-Time, PermanentHours: 36.25 per week (Mon – Fri, 8:15 am – 4:30 pm)Classification: Senior Manager Zone 2Salary: $5,018.84 – $6,373.20 bi‐weekly ($130,992 – $166,341 / yr)Role Overview Ready to lead environmental innovation within Alberta's transportation system? As Director of Environmental Regulation, you'll guide high‐impact programs, shape regulatory policy, and influence the protection of Alberta's land, wildlife, and critical infrastructure. This role offers the chance to elevate your leadership, collaborate across ministries, and drive measurable outcomes for Albertans.Responsibilities Develop and implement environmental standards, guidelines, and best practices for infrastructure projects.Provide expert regulatory guidance that balances compliance, cost, and risk.Mentor staff and build department‐wide capacity in environmental awareness and performance.Lead departmental environmental remediation and liability management, including prioritization and funding allocation.Oversee road closures and aggregate policies, ensuring alignment with legislation and operational priorities.Manage the Alberta Wildlife Watch program, including mitigation funding and strategic direction for animal‐vehicle collision reduction.Oversee environmental auditing of departmental work to monitor and improve performance.Collaborate with regulatory agencies, consultants, contractors,



and other ministries to align on environmental approaches and resolve complex issues.What You'll Bring Proven leadership and mentorship abilities to support, inspire, and develop multidisciplinary teams.Robust problem‐solving and decision‐making skills to navigate complex regulatory and technical challenges.Excellent verbal and written communication skills to foster collaboration and drive resolution.Strategic thinking and adaptability to align environmental policies with evolving government priorities.A collaborative mindset to lead internal teams and build inter‐ministry alignment.Qualifications RequiredRelated university degree (e.G., Sciences) with at least seven (7) years of progressively related experience.A valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent.In‐depth knowledge of provincial and federal environmental regulatory requirements.In‐depth knowledge of the department's Environmental Management System and related standards, specifications, guidelines, and requirements.Must Also HaveTen years of experience leading environmental assessments and/or evaluations for infrastructure projects across all phases.Working knowledge of fisheries, wildlife, contaminated sites, soils, historical resources,



and rare species within an Alberta regulatory context.Demonstrated experience leading teams of highly skilled professionals, including mentoring and training.Broader experience navigating multi‐stakeholder regulatory environments.Assets Understanding of road closure processes.Understanding of the Alberta Wildlife Watch Program.Experience responding to inquiries from the Office of the Auditor General.Experience in aggregate management policies within the TEC framework.Additional certifications or training related to environmental management, impact assessment, or regulatory compliance.Experience working directly with provincial or municipal agencies in Alberta.Term and Working Conditions Permanent Full‐time position.Travel may consist of up to 10% of the work schedule.Recruitment Process Submit a cover letter outlining your skills, knowledge, and experience as they relate to this role.Successful candidates may be required to undergo security screening.How to Apply Applicants should demonstrate how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Apply online at https://www.Alberta.Ca/job-application-resources#before for more information.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. Only selected candidates will be contacted. For inquiries or accommodations during the recruitment process, contact Tomasz Gruszka at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Director, Environmental Regulation - C$130,992 - C$166,341 A Year (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Edmonton