The Alberta Teachers’ Association invites applications for the position of

Evaluator I, Teacher Qualifications Service

Temporary six (6) month full time position

Work location: Barnett House (11010 142 Street NW), Edmonton

As the professional organization of Alberta teachers, the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) promotes and advances public education, supports teachers’ professional practice and serves as the advocate for its members. The ATA is proud to retain our status as one of Alberta’s Top 80 Employers for consecutive years. We offer the following:

- A 35-hour work week, a minimum of one and half weeks of paid vacation, and multiple additional categories of paid time off to support work/life balance
- A competitive salary of $28,742 (prorated based on length of contract)
- A full range of 100 per cent employer-paid benefits for you and your eligible family members
- Access to a variety of workplace amenities, including free on-site parking, gym, outdoor patio, cafeteria, library and multifaith/quiet spaces

The Opportunity The Evaluator I provides service to applicants who have obtained their educational qualifications in Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba. The incumbent communicates with applicants, drafts letters of explanation, provides advice on educational options and evaluates the qualifications for the purpose of salary placement in Alberta. Specific responsibilities include the following:

- Assess educational qualifications from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba for salary-placement purposes
- Impartially apply the Principles for the Evaluation of Years of Teacher Education for Salary Purposes
- Research, analyze and verify information needed to complete evaluations
- Generate statements of qualifications,



evaluation summaries and related correspondence for members
- Contact universities, colleges and other outside agencies to gather information and resolve issues relating to assignments
- Engage in self-directed learning and research in an effort to become familiar with education systems in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba
- Research program structures and program requirements of education systems
- Enter all evaluation information into the member database
- Scan and upload evaluation forms and backup documents into the member database
- Record verbal and written member contacts and related activities in the member database
- Advise applicants who have obtained qualifications from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba on educational options that they could pursue to increase their years of teacher education for salary purposes in Alberta
- Draft correspondence of explanation and advice in response to questions about procedures and the application of Teacher Salary Qualifications Board principles as they pertain to qualifications obtained in Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba
- Answer inquiries about applications for salary evaluation while adhering to policies on the confidentiality of information
- Provide relevant information to the public about the general operation of Teacher Qualifications Service (TQS), help applicants to complete applications,



and screen and redirect inquiries as appropriate
- Answer questions from applicants about the appeal process
- Help to train and mentor new evaluators as required
- Back up other TQS staff and help with work overload as needed

Qualifications

- Two years of administrative experience involving research, analysis and the application of rules, principles and legislation in a professional setting (Equivalencies may be considered)
- A minimum of two years of postsecondary education
- Knowledge of Canadian qualifications and experience in evaluating transcripts is a strong asset
- Knowledge of records-management theory and application, and experience with member databases is an asset
- Experience working in a member-driven association or the registrar’s office of a postsecondary institution is an asset
- Competence using Microsoft Office applications
- Strong customer-service, communications and interpersonal skills
- The ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments
- The ability to remain impartial, to exercise sound judgement and to be transparent in day-to-day work

How to Apply Applications can be emailed to [email protected] by 4 PM on Tuesday, November 10, 2026.

As an employer, the ATA aims to reflect and respond to the diversity of our membership, staff and the public. To help us better serve our members across the province, diverse applicants or candidates who speak more than one language are encouraged to identify these assets in their employment application.

The Alberta Teachers’ Association thanks all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

📌 Evaluator 1 (Edmonton)
🏢 The Alberta Teachers' Association
📍 Edmonton