Business Analyst

Job Information

Job Title: Business Analyst

Job Requisition ID: 88614

Ministry: Technology and Innovation

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: November 4th, 2026

Classification: Program Services 3

Salary: $2,935.39 - $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 - $100,492 / 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. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

Technology and Innovation is responsible for making innovation and technology the driving force behind Alberta’s economic growth and diversification. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.

The Digital Design and Delivery (DDD) division within the Ministry of Technology and Innovation (TI) leads the development of the next generation of digital public services for the GoA. DDD partners with other departments to deliver products, platforms and services that are better, faster and easier, through modern user-centered agile processes. DDD offers potential candidates a unique opportunity to work on meaningful challenges that transform government and positively impact Albertans.

The Citizen Experience branch within DDD is accountable for supporting ministry programs through the planning, development, delivery and operations of user-centered common platform services. The branch builds and develops common platforms and data services that enable product teams to deliver working software that meets the needs of their users.

Role Responsibilities

The Citizen Experience branch is looking for an Business Analyst. Reporting to the Manager, Technical Standards, this position develops evidence and options, prepares drafts and recommendations, maintains decision and agreement records, and coordinates reviews with operational, technical, legal, privacy, cybersecurity, and intergovernmental partners.

The responsibilities of this role include

• Conducting policy, assurance, and business analysis to support informed decisions.
• Coordinating governance activities, planning, decisions, and follow-up.
• Managing integration agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs).
• Monitoring performance, conformance, risks, and process improvements.
• Analyzing business requirements, processes, and solution options.
• Collaborating with technical, policy, legal, privacy, cybersecurity, and operational partners.
• Preparing briefings, reports, recommendations, and decision materials.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate

• Policy development skills across complex technical and regulatory environments.
• Strong communication skills to clearly convey complex information to diverse audiences.
• Critical thinking to assess impacts across related systems, services, and processes.
• Research skills to identify best practices, trends, and emerging standards.
• Strong analytical skills to assess complex policy and operational issues.
• The Job Description is provided for further details on this position.

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.

Requirements

• A university degree in a related field (e.g., Public Policy, Information Studies, Business, Public Administration, Political Science), supplemented by two (2) years of progressively responsible, related experience.
• Experience in policy development, compliance, or assurance, ideally within digital or technology-focused environments.
• A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position.

Equivalencies

• A related master’s degree and a minimum of one (1) years of related experience; or
• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; or
• A related one-year certificate and a minimum of five (5) years of related experience; or
• A minimum of six (6) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.

Assets

• Experience working in or across government departments or public sector agencies.
• Familiarity with IAM, risk management, digital payment systems, or related IMT domains within the public sector.
• Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday

Location: Edmonton

Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

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 we have to offer

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.

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 online. Please see Job Application Resources for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

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 also recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

Protection of Privacy Act Collection Notice

The personal information collected through this recruitment is for determining your qualifications for employment in the Alberta Public Service and to manage the Alberta Government talent acquisition program. The personal information will be inputted into an automated system to support the assessment of your suitability for this position. This collection is authorized by section 4(a) and (c) of the Protection of Privacy Act and sections 15 and 18(2) of the Public Service Act. For questions about the collection of personal information, please contact Talent Acquisition, Public Service Commission at [email protected].

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.
• If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott at [email protected].