Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management

Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 188,000 - 247,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta's Public Service Commission seeks an Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management (ADM LETM) in Edmonton.

You will provide executive leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide initiatives shaping the Alberta Public Service workforce and strengthening organizational capability, including executive talent assessment, succession, leadership development, onboarding and engagement.

Qualifications

• Significant executive leadership experience in a large, complex organization.
• Strong strategic planning, organizational transformation and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to lead multi-partner initiatives, navigate sensitive issues, and influence decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide talent initiatives (executive succession, leadership development, executive recruitment).
• Lead enterprise learning, onboarding, recognition and employee engagement programs.
• Advance the APS People Strategy and related programs to strengthen leadership capacity and organizational performance.

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management Division

Job Requisition ID:89359

Ministry: Public Service Commission

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: November 16, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 2

About Us

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is responsible for leading the development of policies and programs that ensure Alberta has a professional, non-partisan, and inclusive public service that proudly serves Albertans. This is achieved by providing expert advice, strategic leadership and stewardship as well as developing and delivering innovative support and services to Alberta Public Service (APS) employees.

For more information about the PSC, visit our website at www.alberta.ca/public-service-commission.aspx .

Role

Reporting to the Deputy Minister and Public Service Commissioner, the Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management (ADM LETM) provides executive leadership and strategic direction for enterprise-wide initiatives that shape the Alberta Public Service (APS) workforce and strengthen organizational capability. As a member of the department’s Executive Team, the ADM LETM leads an integrated portfolio encompassing executive talent assessment and succession, leadership development, attraction and recruitment of executive managers and senior officials, enterprise learning and development, onboarding, recognition and employee engagement.

The ADM LETM provides strategic leadership for key corporate priorities, including the APS People Strategy, Performance Excellence Program and Recognition Program, ensuring these initiatives strengthen leadership capacity, organizational performance and employee engagement while positioning the Alberta Public Service to respond to evolving workforce needs and government priorities. The role drives innovation and modernization across talent and workforce practices, promoting integrated, enterprise-wide approaches that build a high-performing and sustainable public service.

As a trusted executive advisor and influential enterprise leader, the ADM LETM provides strategic advice and recommendations to senior government officials and executive committees on complex and emerging workforce, talent and organizational matters. Through strong relationships and cross-government influence, the ADM LETM advances strategic priorities, builds alignment across the Alberta Public Service and enables the organization to attract, develop, engage and retain the leadership and talent required to deliver results for Albertans.

Qualifications

Your career reflects significant executive leadership experience in a large, complex organization, with demonstrated success in strategic planning, organizational transformation, stakeholder engagement and building high-performing teams. You are an influential communicator with strong systems thinking and sound judgment, capable of leading complex, multi-partner initiatives and navigating sensitive and high-profile issues. Your broad understanding of human resources, talent management, leadership development, employee engagement and organizational effectiveness, combined with strong business, organizational and political acumen, enables you to anticipate emerging workforce needs, influence strategic decisions and translate priorities into action. Exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated ability to lead and navigate transformational change, foster strong and trusted partnerships and inspire others will be key to your success. A related degree is preferred.

Salary

$7,212.78 - $9,465.95 bi-weekly ($188,253.56 - $247,061.30 yearly)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

• Compensation Overview – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Working for the Alberta Public Service – https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Pension plans:
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) – https://www.mepp.ca
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca

Position Profile

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

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 [e-mail]

If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.