Capital Planning Data Lead – Analytics & Insights

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; Hybrid; CAD 82,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of Alberta is hiring a Senior Data and Systems Specialist in Edmonton to lead complex data analytics, modelling, and policy-support initiatives informing capital planning across the education system.

Reporting to the Manager, Analytics and Integration, you will design models, governance, dashboards, and enrolment projections, while coordinating cross-ministry data initiatives to advance evidence-based decision-making for Alberta’s school infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Experience in data analysis, statistical modelling, and research within a policy or program environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• Experience with programming or data tools such as Python, SQL, R, or similar.
• Experience working with data tools such as Microsoft Excel and/or similar platforms.
• Ability to collaborate with stakeholders and provide advice to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualitative and quantitative analysis to inform school capital policy and planning decisions.
• Develop and maintain statistical, financial, and demographic models to support capital prioritization.
• Design and implement evaluation and prioritization frameworks for data-driven decision-making.
• Lead cross-ministry data initiatives and coordinate stakeholder data integration efforts.
• Develop and oversee data management, governance, and data assurance processes.
• Design and implement data warehousing, reporting tools, and dashboards to support business needs.
• Provide expert advice and briefing materials to senior leadership and executive decision-makers.
• Lead development of enrolment projections and methodologies to support capital planning.
• Conduct environmental scans and analyze trends to identify risks, opportunities, and emerging issues.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with ministries, school jurisdictions, and stakeholders.
• Support program delivery by providing analytical, technical, and strategic advice aligned with ministry priorities.

Skills

Data analysis

Statistical modelling

Policy experience

Stakeholder collaboration

Analytical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Engineering, Science, or related field

Tools

Python

SQL

R

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Government of Alberta is hiring a Senior Data and Systems Specialist in Edmonton to lead complex data analytics, modelling, and policy-support initiatives informing capital planning across the education system.

Reporting to the Manager, Analytics and Integration, you will design models, governance, dashboards, and enrolment projections, while coordinating cross-ministry data initiatives to advance evidence-based decision-making for Alberta’s school infrastructure.