Senior Program Analyst

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

Job summary

Government of Alberta in Edmonton seeks a Senior Program Analyst to lead compliance for traffic safety and transportation programs. You will coordinate cross-functional projects, prepare executives’ briefing materials, and conduct analyses to support strategic decision-making.

The role requires a related degree and 4+ years of relevant experience; equivalencies may apply. This permanent, full-time position emphasizes collaboration, innovation, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Requires degree in a related field plus 4 years of progressively responsible traffic safety/transportation experience; equivalency considered.
• Equivalency: 1 year education = 1 year experience (or vice versa).

Responsibilities

• Lead program compliance activities for Alberta's traffic safety and transportation programs.
• Develop and implement processes to address program-related complaints and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and support cross-functional projects to ensure timely delivery.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, and executive-level documents.
• Conduct research and analysis to support program planning and decisions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project coordination

Stakeholder engagement

Policy advisory

Education

Degree in related field (e.g., law, justice studies)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Senior Program Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 87416
Ministry: Transportation and Economic Corridors
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: 23 September, 2026
Classification: Program Services 4
Salary: $3,148.20 to $4,126.82 bi-weekly ($82,168 - $107,710 /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.

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) is a centre of excellence for transportation in North America. We contribute to Alberta's prosperity and quality of life by providing and supporting a safe, innovative and sustainable provincial transportation system and water management infrastructure. With Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors, you can engage in a fulfilling career with diverse room to grow. We believe in building careers, providing opportunities for growth within the organization, and striving to provide our staff with a work-life balance including reasonable hours of work to ensure time with family and to accommodate outside interests.

The ministry promotes a vital and diverse economy by:

• Managing transportation safety.
• Supporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilities.
• Expanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market access.
• Preserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructure.

For more information, visit https://www.alberta.ca/transportation-and-economic-corridors.

Role Responsibilities

As a Senior Program Analyst, with the Traffic Safety Services Division’s Priority Initiatives and Integration Branch , you will:

• Lead program compliance activities for Alberta's traffic safety and transportation programs, including monitoring adherence to program requirements, and providing recommendations to senior leadership.
• Develop and implement processes to address program-related complaints, compliance issues, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate and support cross-functional projects, ensuring initiatives are delivered on time and aligned with government and ministry priorities.
• Prepare briefing materials, reports, presentations, correspondence, and decision documents for senior executives and government officials.
• Conduct research, analysis, and reporting to support program planning, operational improvements, and executive decision-making.
• Assess requests for new transportation and enforcement technologies in collaboration with municipalities, and legal partners.
• Monitor emerging trends, best practices, and innovations in transportation and traffic safety programs across other jurisdictions.
• Support policy development, program evaluation, and strategic initiatives by analyzing impacts, risks, benefits, and implementation considerations.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to provide expert advice on program operations, policy, and compliance matters.
• Contribute to strategic and operational planning, priority setting, and continuous improvement initiatives within the branch.
• Act on behalf of the Manager, as required, and provide leadership on complex projects and program initiatives.

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.

• Agility: Works in a changing environment and takes initiative to change.
• Systems Thinking: Takes a long term view towards organization’s objectives and how to achieve them.
• Drive for Results: Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives.
• Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues.

Qualifications

Required:

• A degree in a related field such as law, justice studies, or a related field (such as criminal justice, police/peace office studies) plus 4 years progressively responsible related traffic safety or transportation 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.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of experience in traffic safety and transportation programs, compliance, auditing, program administration, or law enforcement. Experience in one or more of the following areas is considered an asset:

• Managing or supporting a provincial or municipal traffic safety and transportation program.
• Conducting compliance reviews, audits, investigations, or operational assessments.
• Operating, reviewing, testing, or training users on traffic safety and transportation technologies.
• Analyzing program performance, compliance data, and operational trends to support decision-making.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of Alberta's traffic safety/transportation legislation, regulations, policies, and program requirements.
• Understanding of traffic safety/transportation technologies and their associated operational processes.
• Knowledge of transportation safety issues, traffic operations, and stakeholder impacts within Alberta.
• Understanding of program development, program evaluation, compliance monitoring, and government decision-making processes.
• Knowledge of quality assurance principles, auditing practices, and risk-based compliance approaches.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Copilot.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and provide sound recommendations.
• Experience conducting compliance reviews, audits, evaluations, or investigations and preparing findings and recommendations.
• Excellent written communication skills, including preparing briefing notes, reports, correspondence, presentations, and executive-level materials.
• Strong verbal communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships across organizations.
• Proven project management and coordination skills, including managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Ability to analyze data and identify trends, risks, and opportunities to support program improvements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to provide strategic advice to leadership on program, policy, compliance, and operational matters.

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

Notes

Additional Position Details

• Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position.
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week.
• Location: Edmonton.

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

• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

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 Tomasz Gruszka at [e-mail].