Director, Strategic Priorities & Issues Management

Director, Strategic Priorities & Issues Management

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• Job Title:
  
  Director, Strategic Priorities & Issues Management
• Job Requisition
• Ministry:
  Energy and Minerals
• Location:
  
  Edmonton
• Full or Part-Time:
  Full Time
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
• Permanent/Temporary:
  Permanent
• Scope:
  Open Competition
• Closing Date:
  January 11, 2026
• Classification:
  Senior Manager 2
• Salary: $5,018.84 to $6,373.20 bi-weekly ($130,991 - $166,340/year)

• Strategic Coordination:
  Lead development and implementation of ministry mandate, initiatives, and projects; ensure alignment with government priorities.
• Issues Management:
  Develop and implement strategies and processes to manage urgent or politically sensitive matters; facilitate communication between the DMO, Minister’s Office, and ADM offices.
• Executive Support:
  Provide strategic advice and analysis; review briefing materials and ensure timely delivery for meetings and decisions.
• Policy & Legislative Oversight:
  Coordinate review of major policies, legislation, regulations, and Cabinet documents; ensure integration with ministry priorities.
• Leadership & Operations:
  Assist with managing DMO operations, including staffing, performance management, and building collaborative relationships across divisions.

• Systems Thinking:
  Anticipates outcomes and aligns actions with long-term objectives and APS values.
• Drive for Results:
  Removes barriers and ensures timely completion of ministry priorities.
• Develop Networks:
  Builds impactful relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Agility:
  Adapts to changing priorities and integrates change into processes.
• Build Collaborative Environments:
  Creates a positive, inclusive environment and resolves conflicts constructively.
• Develop Self and Others:
  Encourages team development and continuous improvement.

• Minimum University graduation in a related field (Political Science, Public Administration, Social Sciences, Arts, Business Administration, Economics, or other related field).
• Seven (7) or more years of experience in a public service environment, including experience with:

• Government policy development cycle and legislative processes.
• Strategic analysis and issues management.
• Leadership in complex, politically sensitive environments.
• Knowledge of Alberta’s political system, government mandates, and decision-making processes.
• Direct supervision of employees.

• Prior experience in a Deputy Minister’s Office and/or Executive Council office (e.g., Policy Coordination Office, Cabinet Coordination Office).
• A graduate degree in a related field.

• Hours Of Work: 36.25 hours per week (full time) Monday to Friday.
• Term Of Employment:
  This is a full-time permanent position.
• Location:
  
  Petroleum Plaza Building North Tower, Edmonton.

Final candidates will be required to undergo an academic credentials verification and security screening.

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

Successful candidates will be required to disclose any business or financial interests, including the owning of shares or financial investments in the energy sector, to comply with the Department of Energy & Minerals’ Supplementary Code of Conduct.

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.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.

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 Recruitment Principles, for more information.

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 Christie-Anne Silverthorn at Christi