Senior Policy Analyst, Employment Standards & Workers' Comp

Government of Alberta; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Positive workplace culture

Job summary

The Government of Alberta is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst in Edmonton or Calgary to cover a maternity leave within the Workplace Policy and Legislation Branch. This temporary, 10‑month role focuses on employment standards and workers’ compensation, reporting to the Manager of Employment Standards and Workers’ Compensation Policy.

You will provide strategic advice, conduct research on trends, support policy development, and prepare briefings and materials for decision makers.

Qualifications

• University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience.
• 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.
• Preference will be given to candidates with broad knowledge of employment standards, workers’ compensation and workplace relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and technical analysis related to employment standards and workers’ compensation policy and legislation.
• Research and analyze emerging employment standards, workers’ compensation and workplace trends and issues.
• Support policy and legislative development and government decision‑making processes.
• Develop briefings, correspondence, recommendations and other materials for decision makers.
• Support stakeholder engagement and public consultation processes.
• Manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting established timelines.

Skills

Policy analysis

Public consultation

Stakeholder engagement

Research & analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Government of Alberta is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst in Edmonton or Calgary to cover a maternity leave within the Workplace Policy and Legislation Branch. This temporary, 10‑month role focuses on employment standards and workers’ compensation, reporting to the Manager of Employment Standards and Workers’ Compensation Policy.

You will provide strategic advice, conduct research on trends, support policy development, and prepare briefings and materials for decision makers.