Systems & Services Strategist

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Systems & Services Strategist

Company

Government of Alberta

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Job Information
Job Title: Systems & Services Strategist
Job Requisition ID: 65015
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: March 21, 2025
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: ​$2,757.39 – $3,604.17 bi-weekly. ($71,967 to $94,068 /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:The Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services is committed to protecting Albertans and keeping our communities safe. Working alongside other ministries, law enforcement and other community and Indigenous partners, the ministry is part of the justice and public safety continuum and supports the unique needs of Albertans, while ensuring the sustainability and resilience of the system. The ministry leads the coordination, collaboration, and cooperation of organizations involved in the prevention of, response to, and recovery from emergencies in the province. This collaboration ensures the province is prepared for and resilient to the impacts of disasters.. For more information about the ministry please visit: .The Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives division provides strategic and integrated policy and project services and functions for the ministry. The division’s focus flows from the work of its branches: Strategic Policy & Planning, Community & Public Safety Services, and Modernization, IMT & Research.Role ResponsibilitiesThe Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services has an exciting opportunity for a Systems and Services Strategist in the Modernization, IMT and Research branch!Are you an expert in information technology, business transformation or business analysis who wants to lead the way in transforming systems and services to deliver improved user experiences, simplify processes and enhance outcomes for Albertans interacting with the Justice system? Do you enjoy identifying challenges and leading the charge to solutions? If so, the Systems and Services Strategist role in the new formed Modernization, IMT and Research branch within the Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives Division may just be right for you!Reporting to the Manager of Modernization Strategy, as the Systems and Services Strategist you are responsible for providing specialist analytical and business support to ministry IT projects and initiatives in the form of research, business and financial analysis, and business and IT planning, feasibility studies, requirements analysis and business case development.
You will require familiarity with digital approaches in government services, strong business relationship management and technical skills.Key responsibilities for this position:

• Supporting the IMT strategic planning and prioritization and facilitating effective management of the digital roadmap in support of ministry modernization objectives.
• Leading the assessment of current operational processes and identifying key business drivers, strategies and requirements that impact service delivery in order to develop appropriate modernization strategies and solutions.
• Coordinating with business and operational teams, technology and subject matter experts and championing the use of new and innovative digital solutions to deliver on transformation of a range of legacy systems and architectures.
• Working with stakeholder groups to align priorities, funding, resourcing by maintaining and building open communication channels and providing ongoing updates on progress, risks and costs impacting priority projects.

If this sounds like an environment that you would thrive in, we encourage you to apply!Please click on this to view the job description for this positionAPS CompetenciesCompetencies 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:
.The following competencies will support your success in this role:

• Systems Thinking: Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts, seeks stakeholder perspectives.
• Creative Problem Solving: Engages perspectives to seek root causes and finds ways to improve complex systems. Engages with others and encourages debate to generate ideas to solve problems.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Collaborates across functional areas and proactively addresses conflict. Promotes collaboration and positive relationships, especially during challenging times.
• Agility: Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities. Makes decisions and takes action in uncertain situations and creates a backup plan.

Qualifications

• A related university degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Business Administration etc.
• Minimum 4 years’ progressively responsible related experience working in roles focused on IT systems or business analysis.

Equivalency:

• A related Masters plus a minimum of 2 years related experience.
• A related two-year diploma plus a minimum of 6 years related experience.
• A related one-year certificate plus a minimum of 7 years related experience

Assets:

• Experience leading consultations and analysis in a complex IT environment identifying business and technology opportunities, including gaps in service and system efficiencies, for service improvement and innovation.
• Experience supporting and maintaining departmental IMT programs and mandates, procurement and contract management best practices, financial operations, business plans and policies.
• Understanding of the functioning of courts and other government systems, architecture, public policy, and legislative/regulatory development.
• Experience collaborating and influencing cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience translating information technology concepts into strategies and plans.

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

• Location: John E Brownlee Building, 10365 97 Street NW, Edmonton
• Hours of work: 7.25 hours per day/ 36.25 hours per week

Other Application Information:

• A cover letter is required and will be used to evaluate your writing skills. Cover Letter should be no longer than one page.
• Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interview.
• Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume e.g. Jan 2022 to Dec 2023
• This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.
• 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 –
• 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
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• 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 for more information. Please visit , 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)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).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 Manisha Senevirtne at .

Expected salary

$71967 – 94068 per year

Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Sun, 16 Mar 2025 01:58:27 GMT

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