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Job Title:Policy Analyst
Job Requisition ID:88675
Ministry:Education and Childcare
Location: Edmonton or Calgary
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date: November 5, 2026
Classification: Program Services 3
Salary: $ 2,935.39 to $ 3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 - $ 100,492 /year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding career opportunities.

The Ministry of Education and Childcare support Alberta's children, students, families, educators, and service providers by advancing quality learning and care opportunities from early childhood through K to 12 educations. The ministry develops policies, programs, and initiatives that promote student success, educational excellence, inclusive learning environments, and accessible childcare services to help Albertans achieve positive outcomes and reach their full potential.

Turn complex issues into smart policy solutions that make a difference for Albertans

The Policy Analyst supports the branch through policy and project work associated with the review, development, implementation and evaluation of programs and services with a focus on childcare and early childhood development.

The unit supports branch planning, reporting and priority projects by monitoring outcomes, emerging issues and research. It also coordinates action requests, briefings, correspondence, annual reporting and other corporate requirements.





This work supports senior leadership and policy teams in developing childcare policy, legislation, programs and services. The unit also works with government partners, childcare operators, early childhood educators, community organizations and the public to share information and advance priorities.

- Review and edit policy and strategic documents.
- Coordinate branch planning and reporting.
- Gather input and support key deadlines.
- Track priorities and deliverables.

2. Coordinate projects and deliver quality results

- Set project goals, priorities and timelines.
- Coordinate tasks, meetings and communication.
- Track progress and deliverables.

3. Support policy development and research

- Lead process improvements.
- Conduct research and jurisdictional scans.
- Evaluate program effectiveness and prepare reports.
- Identify emerging issues and recommend solutions.

4. Coordinate branch information and requests

- Maintain key messages, research and branch resources.
- Prepare briefings, reports and presentations.
- Coordinate action requests and deliverables.
- Manage public inquiries and the branch mailbox.

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans.



We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

Drive for Results

Work in projects teams to complete tasks and own performance, and ensure assigned actions are completed constituently with direction

and required timeline.

Agility

Adapt to changing priorities, adjust projects and deliverables to take

advantage of opportunities, explains the impact of changes to tasks to management.

Build Collaborative Environments

Build trust, communicate effectively and work collaboratively with stakeholders with different perspectives and priorities to achieve shared outcomes.

Systems Thinking

Use research and analysis to find ways to improve systems.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or

1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Preference will be given to candidates with post-secondary education and in related areas such as public administration, social sciences, and related work experience.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following knowledge, skills, and experience would be considered robust assets:

Skills

- Strong policy analysis, research and evaluation skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Experience with stakeholder engagement and consultation.
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📌 Policy Analyst (Canada)
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