Job Information

Requisition ID: 87288

Ministry: Primary and Preventative Health Services

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: September 15, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 1

About Us The Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable primary health care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to public health challenges, improving public health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. The ministry supports Albertans’ health and well-being throughout their lives by protecting public health and promoting wellness, coordinating and delivering safe, person-centered, quality health services.

For further information, visit the ministry websites at

Role

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Health Workforce, you will oversee the operations of key initiatives and programs under the Alberta Medical Association Agreement as well as oversee the implementation of allied health compensation initiatives such as for Nurse Practitioners, Podiatry, and Optometrists among others. Working successfully with stakeholders including the Alberta Medical Association and other allied health associations to address emerging issues and lead the implementation of informed policies and strategies for negotiation of schedules aligned with the refocused Health System. You will be responsible to develop strategic recommendations, options, and provide advice.

Your excellent communication and influential skills will lend to strong networks and relationships with complex stakeholders and partners.



You have experience leading strong teams accountable for program delivery and you demonstrate an understanding of government and department priorities.

Qualifications

Success in this role calls for a progressive leader with a background that includes significant related senior management leadership experience. You bring a strong understanding of public health and health systems, financial accountabilities as well as informed policy development. You possess demonstrated experience working with diverse stakeholder groups and have successfully managed health workforce compensation related issues.

Your expertise also includes extensive experience in strategic and business planning, organizational performance management, and corporate accountability frameworks, with a demonstrated capacity to advance operational excellence. You have a successful track record working with or for regulatory or governing bodies and an understanding of secretariat support. As a leader you are recognized for leading complex programs and building strong lines of communication and empowering your teams to achieve results through performance excellence.

Related post-secondary education is preferred.

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly ($153,902.57 to 202,256.21 annually)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:

- - Compensation Overview – Working for the Alberta Public Service –
- Pension plans:




- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
- Leadership and mentorship programs
- Qualified learning and development
- Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –

Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Search Profile

How to Apply

If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,

Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.

Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at

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.

Resources for applicants

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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at [email protected].

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check

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