Director, Modernization Delivery

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 134,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Work-life balance

Job summary

Government of Alberta seeks a Director, Modernization Delivery to lead the delivery of high-priority digital products and services in Edmonton. You will provide strategic oversight to multidisciplinary teams throughout the product lifecycle and partner with ministry executives to align priorities with user needs.

The role requires expertise in digital transformation, service design, and AI delivery frameworks, with a focus on measurable outcomes and governance across government.

Qualifications

• A university degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Arts, Sciences), supplemented by seven (7) years of progressively responsible, related experience.
• Extensive progressively responsible management experience in large or complex organizations, providing strategic support to government priorities and senior leadership.
• A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position.

Responsibilities

• Leading the delivery of complex, high-priority digital products and services that support ministry objectives and improve outcomes for Albertans.
• Providing strategic leadership and oversight to multidisciplinary product teams throughout the product lifecycle, from design and development to continuous improvement.
• Partnering with ministry executives, product owners, and stakeholders to align product planning, priorities, and delivery outcomes with business and user needs.
• Driving user-centred and data-informed decision-making through research, analytics, and stakeholder engagement to improve product performance and service delivery.
• Championing cutting-edge delivery practices, generative AI, and emerging technologies to accelerate modernization and deliver measurable business value.
• Establishing delivery frameworks, governance processes, and performance measures to ensure product quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Building organizational capability by coaching and developing high-performing teams while advancing digital literacy, innovation, and change adoption across government.

Education

University degree in a related field

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Job Information
Job Title: Director, Modernization Delivery
Job Requisition ID: 88578
Ministry: Technology and Innovation
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: October 27th, 2026
Classification: Senior Manager Zone 2
Salary: $5,139.30 to $6,526.16 bi-weekly ($134,135 - $170,332/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 and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

The Digital Design and Delivery (DDD) division is the Government of Alberta's (GoA) centre for modern digital delivery, focused on accelerating the design of simpler, faster, and better digital services. It partners with ministries to design better services, build capability and confidence in modern digital practices, and assure service quality and value through standards and controls.

The Forward Delivery & Modernization Branch plays a fundamental role in the transformation of the way government designs, develops, and delivers services for and with Albertans. This Branch leads the design and rapid development of products and services that support delivery of ministry programs and mandates within a new delivery discipline that leverages modern platforms and technologies.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Executive Director, Forward Delivery and Modernization, the Director, Modernization Delivery is an expert in digital and service transformation, service design and AI delivery frameworks.

The responsibilities of this role include:

• Leading the delivery of complex, high-priority digital products and services that support ministry objectives and improve outcomes for Albertans.
• Providing strategic leadership and oversight to multidisciplinary product teams throughout the product lifecycle, from design and development to continuous improvement.
• Partnering with ministry executives, product owners, and stakeholders to align product planning, priorities, and delivery outcomes with business and user needs.
• Driving user-centred and data-informed decision-making through research, analytics, and stakeholder engagement to improve product performance and service delivery.
• Championing cutting-edge delivery practices, generative AI, and emerging technologies to accelerate modernization and deliver measurable business value.
• Establishing delivery frameworks, governance processes, and performance measures to ensure product quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Building organizational capability by coaching and developing high-performing teams while advancing digital literacy, innovation, and change adoption across government.

To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:

• Knowledge of political/public service environment.
• Decision making processes, standards, systems, and protocols.
• Exceptional interpersonal (e.g. negotiation and influence), communications and relationship building skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Competencies are behaviours 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.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A university degree in a related field (e.g., Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Arts, Sciences), supplemented by seven (7) years of progressively responsible, related experience.
• Extensive progressively responsible management experience in large or complex organizations, providing strategic support to government priorities and senior leadership.
• A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position.

Preference will be given to candidates with experience in:

• Digital transformation and innovation leadership.
• Service design, service transformation, and human-centred design methodologies.
• Strategic issue management, risk assessment, and executive-level decision support.
• Stakeholder engagement, collaboration, and influence across complex environments.
• Leading cross-functional teams in the rapid delivery of digital products and services.
• Applying generative AI, agentic tools, and emerging technologies to business and service delivery challenges.
• Process automation, workflow modernization, and technology-enabled service improvement.
• A related master’s degree and a minimum of six (6) years of related experience; or
• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of nine (9) years of related experience; or
• A related one-year certificate and a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience; or
• A minimum of eleven (11) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Assets:

• Experience with strategic and operational planning, reporting, evaluation, and performance measurement.
• Experience with financial management, budget cycles, resource planning, and operational planning methodologies.
• Knowledge of emerging issues, trends, and priorities affecting government, stakeholders, and business operations.
• Knowledge of cutting-edge trends in AI and agentic product development

The below statement must be included in job ad:

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position (3x Positions)

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday

Location: Edmonton

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Applicants are required to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Additional Information:

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time, or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Use for open competitions only - Links and information on what we have to offer:

• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

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Closing Statement

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 require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott at [e-mail].