Evaluation and Program Advisor

Government of Alberta; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 79,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial government in Alberta is seeking an Evaluation and Program Advisor to support safety code systems. This role involves conducting reviews of safety partners, managing penalty processes, and preparing reports. The ideal candidate should have a university degree and relevant experience, as well as strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A commitment to diversity and inclusion is valued.

Qualifications

• 4 years progressively responsible related experience; equivalently, education can be substituted for experience.
• Knowledge of Alberta’s Safety Codes System.
• Strong analytical skills for interpreting data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organizational reviews of safety codes system partners and analyze performance.
• Support the Administrative Penalties Program by managing submissions.
• Prepare reports and briefings for decision-making.

Skills

Research and analytical skills

Problem-solving

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Education

University graduation in a related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Google Workspace

Adobe software

Job description

Job Information

Job Title: Evaluation and Program Advisor

Job Requisition ID: 76753

Ministry: Municipal Affairs

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: November 18, 2025

Classification: Program Services 4

Salary: 3,056.5 to 4,006.62 bi-weekly ($79,774 - $104,572/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx.

Responsibilities

The Ministry of Municipal Affairs assists municipalities in providing well-managed, collaborative, and accountable local government to Albertans. Our main responsibilities are:

• Funding supports for municipalities
• A system that strives to ensure appropriate safety standards for the construction and maintenance of buildings and equipment
• Protections for new home buyers and required licensing for home builders
• Province-wide support for access to public library services for Albertans
• Management of about 2.6 million acres of public land in the province's three Special Areas
• Independent review and decisions on local matters by the Land and Property Rights Tribunal

To learn more about Municipal Affairs, follow the link to: https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-affairs.aspx

Role Responsibilities

As an Evaluation and Program Advisor, you will play a key role in supporting the Assurance Review and Administrative Penalties programs that provide support to Alberta’s safety codes system. Working collaboratively in a team environment, you will help strengthen the evaluation process to provide oversight, encourage compliance, and promote continuous improvement among safety system partners.

• Support the Assurance Review Program by conducting organizational reviews of safety codes system partners. Engage with stakeholders to gather and analyze information, assess performance, and identify areas of strength and opportunities for improvement.
• Contribute to the Administrative Penalties Program by reviewing submissions, coordinating the penalty review process, responding to stakeholder inquiries, and ensuring program integrity and transparency.
• Evaluate and enhance processes that contribute to a safer built environment across Alberta, ensuring alignment with the objectives of the Safety Codes Act.
• Support policy and process development by collaborating with subject matter experts to design, implement, and improve operational tools, materials, and business processes.
• Prepare briefings, reports, and recommendations to inform decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives within the safety codes system.

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

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.

This Link Will Assist You With Understanding Competencies https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

SYSTEM THINKING Takes a long term view towards organisations objectives and how to achieve them

CREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING Works in open teams to share ideas and process issues.

DRIVE FOR RESULTS Takes and delegated responsibilities for outcomes. This role is expected to achieve goal by supporting, executing the plan, and collaborating with the relevant colleagues and stakeholders to achieve results.

BUILDING COLLABORATIVE ENVIRONMENTS Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field plus 4 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.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Assets

• Experience applying and enhancing evaluation and review methodologies, principles, and best practices.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills to interpret quantitative and qualitative data, and develop recommendations to improve programs.
• Knowledge of Alberta’s Safety Codes System and the general application of the Safety Codes Act and regulations.
• Understanding of privacy legislation and records management policies and procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and find effective solutions.
• Proficiency with computer applications, including Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, and Adobe software.

Notes

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.

Links and information on what the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx .
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca .
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca .
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits .
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive .
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca .
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply

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

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

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