Job Senior Data Analyst in Edmonton

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 41186

Ministry: Jobs, Economy, and Northern Development

Location: Edmonton/Calgary, Alberta

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Regular/Temporary: Temporary – March 31, 2024 with possibility of extension

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: May 8, 2023

Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment (024PSAMA)

About Us

Role

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy, and Northern Development has an exciting opportunity and is looking for a Senior Data Analyst to join our team!

The Senior Data Analyst position is located within the Agreements and Analytics (A&A) unit of the Employer and Program Services Branch and reports to the Manager, Program Analytics. The A&A unit is responsible for the reporting, analysis and distribution of Labour Market Transfer Agreement information to be used internally and with the Federal government and with the evaluation, outcomes and performance measurement of employment and training programs, services and initiatives. Performance measurement and evaluation are required activities under the Labour Market Transfer Agreements (Labour Market Development Agreement and Workforce Development Agreement) and play a key role in supporting government commitments for ensuring positive outcomes for Albertans and the labour market.

The Senior Data Analyst works within a team to plan, design and implement methodologically sound analytics, monitoring and evaluation activities to assess and inform programs, services, initiatives and policies. The Analyst provides expert advice on data analysis, data visualization, data interpretation and program evaluation approaches. The position works closely with staff throughout the Ministry, other Government of Alberta Ministries and the Government of Canada. The Analyst promotes the use of evidence based decision making through sharing and dissemination of analytical and evaluative information and best practices. Developing and maintaining internal and external relationships and engaging stakeholders are key practices in the work of this position to ensure that analytical and evaluative activities meet stakeholder needs while adhering to the Ministry’s strategic priorities.

The Analyst will work with partner Ministries, especially Seniors, Community and Social Services, Skilled Trades and Professions and Indigenous Relations to implement the requirements of the LMTA Performance Measurement Plan and provincial data management and reporting.

Qualifications

Minimum requirements:
University graduation in a related field (Social Science, Statistics, Public Administration, Business, Economics or other related field plus 4 years of experience) or equivalent as described below. Four years of related data analysis and evaluation experience is required.

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 following are considered assets:

• Advanced research methods, including qualitative and qualitative approaches to data collection, management, analysis and reporting.
• Evaluation theory, approaches, and methodologies including formative, summative and developmental evaluation.
• Econometric methodologies, such as net impact analysis, cost-benefit analysis, and return on investment preferred.
• The Labour Market Development Agreements, FOIP, Labour Business Plan, and other related legislation, documents or agreements.
• Contract and project management tools and techniques.

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.

The link below will assist you with understanding competencies:

In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:

• Systems Thinking - Consider the impact of strategies and changes on the work of clients, stakeholders, and team members and support organization vision and goals through strategic planning of tasks and considering relationships between different work approaches and their impact on different programs, divisions and ministries.
• Creative Problem Solving - Facilitate the creation of a work environment for generating and finding newer ideas to solve existing and potential problems.
• Agility - Ability to create an adaptable environment and overcome barriers through proactive and flexible approach to work.
• Drive for Results - Design and manage projects to achieve intended outcomes and deliverables within allotted timeframes.
• Build Collaborative Environment - Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Develop Networks - Develop and sustain a network of relationships across the department and with other GOA ministries on issues and work with other branches to develop effective communication channels to enhance and maximize the effectiveness of interactions.

Salary

$2,716.64 to $3,550.90 Bi-weekly: ($70,904.30 - $92,678.49/year)

Notes

There is one (1) temporary, full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.

This position may be based in Edmonton or Calgary. We require you to attach a Cover Letter with your application explaining your qualification and suitability for this role.

Top candidates will be required to undergo security screening.

Written Assessment will be administered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.

For more information on the Government of Alberta hiring process, view this link:

Links and information on what the GOA have to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Comprehensive benefits plan:
• Pension plan:
• Health Spending Account:
• Leadership and mentorship programs
• Professional learning and development
• 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 agreements

How To Apply

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 at Alba Ngjelo at Alba.Ngjelo@gov.ab.ca.

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