Appeals Commission for Workers Compensation (Part-Time Commissioners)

Institute of Public Administration of Canada; Alberta; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Alberta is seeking part-time Commissioners for the Appeals Commission for Workers’ Compensation. The role involves participating in hearings, reviewing evidence, and assisting in decisions. Candidates should have experience in administrative proceedings and legislative interpretation. The position is flexible in location within Alberta but requires travel to Edmonton or Calgary for hearings and training.

Benefits

Extensive training and mentorship

Opportunities for career advancement

Contribution to important matters affecting workers

Qualifications

• Experience or familiarity with administrative proceedings is preferred.
• Knowledge of legislation and policy interpretation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for and participate in hearings as a member of a three-person panel.
• Review, weigh, and address evidence and submissions.
• Assist in the review and approval of written decisions on appeal.

Skills

Knowledge of legislative interpretation

Experience in administrative proceedings

Quasi-judicial experience

Job description

Appeals Commission for Workers Compensation (Part-Time Commissioners)

Government of Alberta, Alberta

• Closing Date: November 6, 2025
• Job Requisition ID: 860
• Location: Alberta

Job Description

The Minister is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as Hearing Chairs for the Appeals Commission for Alberta Workers’ Compensation (Appeals Commission). Up to ten part‑time vacancies are to be filled.

Role Description

The Appeals Commission conducts hundreds of hearings per year both remotely and from its offices in Edmonton and Calgary. Commissioners attend as members of three‑person panels to hear and decide appeals of decisions of the Workers’ Compensation Board review body.

Commissioners complete extensive file preparation, participate in hearings, and review, weigh, and address evidence and submissions within a framework of legislation and policy. Commissioners also assist in the review and approval of the written decision on appeal. The role requires experience in, or familiarity with, administrative proceedings and knowledge of the interpretation and application of legislation and policy in a quasi‑judicial or similar setting.

The role of Commissioner offers opportunities for development and advancement, including extensive training, mentorship, and the contribution to consequential matters affecting both workers and employers. Full‑time Hearing Chairs may be recruited from the Commissioner pool.

Commissioners may be located anywhere in Alberta. Travel and attendance at Commission offices in Edmonton or Calgary is required as directed for activities such as in‑person hearings and training sessions.