Executive Search Consultant

Job Information

Job Requisition

Ministry:
Public Service Commission

Location:

Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:
Full Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 per week

Regular/Temporary/Wage:
Permanent

Scope:
Open Competition

Closing Date:
September 14, 2026

Classification:
Human Relations 3

Salary: $3,802.68 to $5,026.24 biweekly ($99,249 - $131,184/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.

The Public Service Commission (PSC) provides human resources services to the Government of Alberta. The Executive Search team leads recruitment for executive manager and senior official roles across the Alberta Public Service and supports the appointment of qualified candidates to boards of public agencies. Through strategic talent acquisition and trusted advisory services, the team helps attract and appoint leaders who shape public policy, organizational performance, and service delivery for Albertans.

Help recruit and appoint the leaders who shape Alberta's public service.

Leadership matters. Every executive appointment influences the direction of ministries, agencies, and the services provided to Albertans.

The Executive Search team plays a critical role in identifying, attracting, and appointing exceptional leaders across the Alberta Public Service. Working with Deputy Ministers, Assistant Deputy Ministers, and other senior stakeholders, we deliver strategic recruitment processes that support leadership decisions across ministries, agencies, boards, and commissions.

As an Executive Search Consultant, you will lead complex recruitment mandates, provide trusted advice throughout the recruitment lifecycle, and manage sensitive stakeholder relationships. Your work will support executive and board appointments that influence organizational performance and public service outcomes.

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful, enterprise-wide work that strengthens leadership capacity, supports organizational performance, and helps shape the future of Alberta's public service.

• Lead executive recruitment competitions for executive manager, senior official, and public agency board positions.
• Partner with Deputy Ministers, Assistant Deputy Ministers, HR colleagues, and other senior leaders to understand organizational needs and develop recruitment strategies.
• Provide expert consultation on executive recruitment, assessment, selection, appointment, and talent management processes.
• Manage multiple complex recruitment projects and ensure timely delivery of services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with executives, candidates, stakeholders, and HR colleagues across government.
• Support candidate sourcing, screening, assessment, and succession-related considerations.
• Facilitate discussions and provide recommendations to support informed leadership decisions.
• Interpret and apply legislation, policy, directives, and governance requirements related to executive and board appointments.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance executive recruitment practices and recruitment services across the APS.

This is more than a recruitment role.

You will gain exposure to executive-level decision-making across the Alberta Public Service. You will advise on sensitive, high-profile appointments, build relationships with senior leaders, and contribute to recruitment strategies that support effective public sector leadership.

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