Job InformationJob Title: Manager, Workforce PolicyJob Requisition ID: 83217Ministry: Hospital and Surgical Health ServicesLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full-timeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: May 13, 2026Classification: Manager Zone 2Salary: $3,920.66 to $5,276.07 ($101,239 - $137,705/year)The Department of Hospitals & Surgical Health Services establishes the Government of Alberta’s strategic direction for health, including advising government on health policy, legislation and standards, and public health concerns; monitoring and reporting health system performance; setting policies and priorities for the electronic/digital health environment; and providing oversightand ensuring accountability across the health system. For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.Alberta.Ca/hospital-and-surgical-health-servicesThis position resides in the Ministry of Hospitals & Surgical Health Services under the Strategic Services and Procurement Division, Strategic Policy and Initiatives Branch.Role ResponsibilitiesProvide leadership and subject matter expertise to develop and advance workforce and workplace policies aligned with Ministry and Government of Alberta priorities.Lead and oversee research, policy, and strategy development related to acute care workforce and compensation priorities, including policy and/or legislative reviews and revisions.Monitor Canadian and international trends, innovations, and models to inform evidence-based acute care workforce policy advice.Coordinate strategic workforce policy planning and ensure alignment and integration with related Ministry and cross-government initiatives.Manage issues management processes to ensure timely, proactive, and comprehensive responses.Build and sustain effective working relationships and strategic networks with internal and external stakeholders,



including other GoA ministries and health system partners.Support implementation of the Acute Care Action Plan and other workforce action plans, with a focus on workforce resilience.Plan, organize, and participate in stakeholder meetings, working groups, forums, and cross-ministry committees, representing the Unit, Branch, Division, or Ministry as required.Prepare and review briefings, updates, and communication materials for senior leadership, and liaise with Communications and Public Engagement on announcements and correspondence.Provide expert consultation and advice to internal and external stakeholders to support coordinated, high-quality, evidence-based workforce policy development.CompetenciesSystems Thinking– Understands complex health system and government environments, recognizing interdependencies and integrating workforce policies with broader Ministry and cross‑government priorities.Creative Problem Solving– Develops innovative, evidence-based policy solutions to address complex and evolving acute care workforce challenges.Agility– Adapts quickly to shifting priorities, emerging issues, and changing policy directions while maintaining momentum and focus on outcomes.Drive for Results– Demonstrates robust accountability for delivering high-quality policy outcomes, advancing priorities through effective planning, execution, and stakeholder engagement.BenefitsPositive workplace culture and work‑life balance.Leadership and mentorship programs.NotesFinal 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.Contact InformationIf you require any further information on this job posting, please contact Krystyna Gruszka at [email protected].#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Manager, Workforce Policy - C$101,239 - C$137,705 A Year (Winnipeg)
🏢 Government of Alberta
📍 Winnipeg