Program Resource Officer

Closing Date of Opportunity: June 12, 2023

Name or Organization: Government of Alberta, Public Service Commission

Contact Email: Karen.Jackman@gov.ab.ca

Website: http://jobpostings.alberta.ca/job/Edmonton-Program-Resource-Officer/570530517/

Post Content: The Ministry of Advanced Education is responsible for an adult learning system that provides accessible, affordable and high-quality education for Albertans. The Ministry prepares Albertans for lifelong success through education by approving programs of study; funding public post-secondary institutions and other adult learning providers; providing financial aid for learners; registering and certifying apprentices; supporting academic research and innovation.

Our programs and services are driven by 3 outcomes: Adult learning opportunities are accessible and affordable for all Albertans; High-quality education, skills development and research make a positive contribution to Alberta’s economy, society, culture and environment; and the adult learning system is accountable and coordinated.

For more information on the Ministry of Advanced Education, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/advanced-education.aspx

Role

This position is a key member of the Program Oversight and Strategic Workforce Planning unit which guides the development of Alberta's adult learning system by identifying systemic needs, opportunities and risks, and by ensuring high-quality programs of instruction delivered by post-secondary institutions.

Qualifications

Requirements

A university credential in public policy or in a related field plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

This position requires extensive knowledge of/skills regarding:
Relevant legislation, regulations and key policy initiatives, including but not limited to the Post-secondary Learning Act, Programs of Study Regulation, Skilled Trades and Apprenticeship Education Act, Tuition Fees Regulation, Public Agencies Governance Framework and Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act, Institutional Management Agreements, etc.

Institutional and ministry program review and approval processes.

Programs, content, and environmental context of assigned disciplines/fields (e.g., Health, Business, Human Services, Arts and Sciences, Agriculture, Education, Engineering, Fine Arts, Apprenticeship, etc.).

Canadian post-secondary degree-granting landscape, including the regulatory regime within which other Canadian institutions operate.

Campus Alberta Quality Council (CAQC) operations, including policies and procedures in order to assess information, provide advice, respond to inquiries and effectively represent CAQC interests, including knowledge of board governance best practices to maximize the efficiency of CAQC's operations.

Salary
$2,588.06 to $3,397.76 bi-weekly. ($67,548 - $88,681/year)

For more details on eligibility and how to apply, visit: https://jobpostings.alberta.ca/job/Edmonton-Program-Resource-Officer/570530517/