Job Title: Senior Strategic Policy Analyst

Ministry: Education and Childcare

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. Ministry of Education and Child Care Alberta Education and Childcare supports students, parents, teachers and administrators from Early Childhood Services (ECS) through Grade 12. What we have heard from Albertans will help us as we move forward in developing our future direction—to ensure students can meet the challenges and embrace the opportunities of the 21st century.

The Capital Data

Analytics and Policy Branch, within the Capital Planning sector, is a results-oriented branch that develops evidence-based policy to guide the school capital planning process and funding programs through stakeholder engagement, rigorous data collection and analysis, and cross-government collaboration. Our mission is to recommend informed and effective solutions to achieve government’s mandate. We solve capital planning issues through strategic policy development and data-driven analytics.

To learn more about the Ministry of Education & Childcare, please visit: . Bring your policy expertise to the forefront—lead initiatives that shape the future of K–12 infrastructure and the management of educational real property across Alberta. As a Senior Strategic Policy Analyst, you will play a critical role in leading and advancing complex, system-wide policy initiatives that guide the planning and delivery of capital programs and real property management across the education sector.

Work independently to initiate policy projects, develop policies, frameworks, standards, and procedures that provide direction to the education system. Provide expert policy analysis and advice, identifying emerging and complex issues affecting K–12 capital programs and developing evidence-based policy options and recommendations. Influence decision-making by assessing impacts, risks, and implications across stakeholders including students, school authorities, and government partners—while ensuring alignment with GoA priorities.

Collaborate with internal and external partners, including Infrastructure, Municipal Affairs, Primary and Preventative Health Services and cross-divisional teams, to deliver coordinated and effective policy outcomes.





Represent Capital Data

Analytics and Policy in cross-ministry forums, providing strategic advice and contributing to broader policy development efforts. You will also shape how educational real property is managed, taking into consideration government’s mandate, the responsibilities of school authorities, and impacts to students, families, and communities across Alberta.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. Demonstrates strong policy development expertise by identifying and analyzing all viable options, developing a comprehensive range of outcomes to address policy questions, and applying systems thinking to ensure well-rounded, effective policies and procedures.

Creative Problem

Solving – Demonstrates innovative and resourceful thinking by developing creative policy solutions, effectively leveraging existing tools and frameworks while identifying or creating new approaches to address complex policy challenges. Demonstrates a results-driven approach to policy development by advancing innovative, high-impact solutions that exceed expectations, while fostering accountability and coordinating team efforts to deliver timely, high-quality outcomes. Demonstrates adaptability and innovative thinking by continuously identifying new and improved ways of working, adjusting policies and processes in response to evolving contexts, and effectively collaborating with diverse teams.

Seeks and integrates input from subject matter experts and stakeholders, remaining flexible to shifting direction while maintaining momentum to successfully advance policy initiatives. Demonstrates strong strategic perspective in policy development by leveraging diverse expertise and engaging stakeholders in a cooperative and respectful manner, ensuring inclusive, well-informed, and effective policy outcomes. Bachelor’s degree in political science, public policy,



public administration or Education plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience in policy analysis and development or similar;

Experience in public policy development and coordination (e.g., issue identification, research and analysis, options development, consultation, decision-making, implementation, evaluation, or performance measurement). Demonstrated understanding of the broader policy environment, including Government of Alberta priorities, legislative processes, cabinet and caucus structures, budget and business planning cycles, and the fiscal and operational implications of policy decisions.

Experience supporting legislation development, regulatory processes, or submissions to Cabinet or Cabinet Policy Committees. programs of study, resident students, school authority types, and classroom complexity). Highly developed written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present clear, concise, and neutral analysis and recommendations to senior leadership, including Executive Team and the Minister, as well as compelling messaging for external stakeholders. Advanced conceptual thinking skills, including the ability to integrate perspectives from leadership, stakeholders, and research across disciplines to develop innovative policy solutions.

Commitment to ongoing research and environmental scanning, including awareness of government priorities, demographic trends, stakeholder needs, and external factors influencing policy development. Strong project management skills, including the ability to influence across divisions, ministries, and stakeholder groups, and to develop solutions when facing competing priorities or limited resources.

Assets: Knowledge of legislation impacting education policy in Alberta (e.g., Education Act, Disposition of Property Regulation, Municipal Government Act). Master’s degree in a related field such as political science, public policy, public administration, or education is an asset. This is a permanent full time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

The final candidate for this position will undergo academic checks, reference checks and provide a suitable security screening. Please ensure your resume highlights how your previous work experience is related to the qualifications and requirements for this position.

📌 Senior Policy and Planning Advisor (Edmonton)
🏢 Government of Alberta
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