Executive Director, Talent Acquisition

UNKNOWN; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 154,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Public Service Commission in Edmonton is seeking an Executive Director, Talent Acquisition to lead enterprise talent strategies, align workforce planning with government priorities, and drive innovative sourcing models for the Alberta Public Service.

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, HR Client Service Delivery, you will supervise a branch of about 150 FTEs, partner with senior leaders, ensure high-quality recruitment across government, and champion client-centered service delivery.

Qualifications

• This role requires a strategic and innovative leader with experience guiding complex programs.
• Proven ability to advise executive leadership and drive transformational change.
• Strong knowledge of public sector legislation and employment frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provide enterprise leadership for workforce supply, talent acquisition, and strategic talent attraction.
• Lead a branch of approximately 150 FTEs and ensure high-quality talent acquisition across government.
• Develop partnerships with senior leaders to strengthen talent pipelines and service delivery.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Change management

Public sector knowledge

Executive advisory

Education

Degree in a related discipline

Job description

Job Information

Requisition ID: 83936

Ministry: Public Service Commission

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Scope: Open

Closing Date: September 21, 2026

Classification: Executive Manager 1

About Us

The Public Service Commission (PSC) is the central human resource department for the Alberta Public Service (APS), providing expert advice, strategic leadership and stewardship, and direct delivery of human resources (HR) services to support the attraction and retention of qualified employees to meet the needs of Albertans.

PSC’s key accountabilities include

• Ensuring effective and integrated human resource policies, strategies and services are established and enhanced that support the APS to meet business priorities.
• Providing direct human resources consulting services and organizational effectiveness support for all departments to support the achievement of department priorities.
• Providing workforce planning, policy development and service delivery to all departments including labour and employee relations, employee health, safety, and wellness, talent acquisition, pension and benefits, classification and compensation, learning and development programs and talent management supports.
• Employer representation through collective bargaining negotiations between the Government of Alberta and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.

The HR Client Service Delivery Division provides a full suite of strategic and operational human resource (HR) services to department clients, including talent acquisition, HR advisory, workforce planning, organizational design, employee relations, occupational health and safety, HR data management and HR business processes continuous improvement initiatives.

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

Role

Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, HR Client Service Delivery, the Executive Director, Talent Acquisition provides enterprise leadership for workforce supply, talent acquisition, and strategic talent attraction strategies, and develops partnerships to strengthen talent pipelines and position the Alberta Public Service (APS) to meet priorities and deliver services. The Executive Director provides strategic direction towards innovative models of service delivery and champions bold approaches that are client-centered, responsive, and solution-focused; ensuring consistent, and high-quality talent acquisition across government. Leading a branch of approximately 150 FTEs who enable APS organizational capability and service delivery outcomes, the Executive Director oversees talent acquisition strategy and services for all non-executive roles across the APS.

Qualifications

This role requires a strategic and innovative leader with extensive experience overseeing complex programs and advising executive leadership. The successful candidate has a proven ability to drive transformational change, implement technology-enabled solutions, and leverage workforce analytics to enhance organizational performance. They possess a strong understanding of emerging HR, and talent acquisition and strategic workforce trends, including the opportunities, risks, and ethical considerations associated with digital technologies and automation.

A highly influential executive, the successful candidate demonstrates exceptional political acumen, sound judgment, agility and strong problem-solving abilities. With deep knowledge of public sector legislation and employment frameworks, they provide strategic guidance while ensuring compliance and managing risk. Recognized for building high-performing teams and fostering a culture of innovation and engagement, they combine strong leadership, communication, and resource management skills to navigate complex stakeholder environment and deliver results aligned with organizational goals.

A degree in a related discipline is preferred.

Salary

$5,896.65 - $7,749.28biweekly ($153,902– 202.256 annually)

Notes

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer

• Compensation Overview –
• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Pension plans:
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –

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

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].

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