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This vacancy has expired and is for reference only. Government of AlbertaManager, Geospatial StatisticsManager, Geospatial Statistics
Manager 2
Alberta Treasury Board and Finance, Edmonton. Staffed by a knowledgeable and experienced team, the Office of Statistics and Information (OSI), within Treasury Board and Finance, is the provincial statistics agency with a responsibility to plan, promote, consolidate and develop social and economic statistics and analysis for Alberta. This includes facilitating the annual production of Alberta Official Statistics, producing population estimates/projections that underpin program and policy planning throughout the Government of Alberta (GOA), developing detailed economic impact analysis of GOA programs, policies and of private sector projects, and quarterly and occasional reports on select topics; and coordinating statistical standards across the GOA, negotiates access to data and data sharing and leads several working groups and user networks for the benefit of the GOA.
For further information about Treasury Board and Finance, see our website at http://www.finance.alberta.ca
Reporting to the Chief Statistician, this position is responsible for providing leadership and strategic direction for geo-statistical activities in the GOA. Your development of and participation on various cross ministry initiatives and committees will build an informed and coordinated approach to geo-statistical information and practices to ensure the transparency and credibility of GOA's statistical products.
A key deliverable of this position is the design and development of an interoperable GOA Statistical Spatial Framework, for use by any department developing or analyzing socio-economic data in the context of geographic location.
As in integral member of the OSI team, you will demonstrate your excellent negotiation and communication skills to build collaborative working relationships across the GOA. With your expertise in applying GIS in statistics, demography, economics and related socio-economic disciplines, you will be a key resource in the division, as you demonstrate excellent problem solving skills with a strong inclination for innovation and creativity. You will be required to manage multiple projects with competing timelines to get positive end results.
Salary: $3,062.51- $4,121.25 bi-weekly ($79,931-$107,564 annually) Closing Date: January 22, 2016. Job ID # 1033629.
Qualifications: A university degree related to one or more of geographic information systems, computer sciences or social sciences supplemented with a minimum of 4 years of progressively responsible experience in geospatial analysis, or the equivalent is required.
The following would be considered as assets:
•Experience working with geo-statistical data at the management level;
•Experience developing or analyzing socio-economic data in the context of geographic location;
•Ability to apply negotiation and communication skills to build engagement and collaborative working relationships.
Equivalencies will be considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.
Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans, and the foundation for our talent management programs, including hiring decisions. 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 links below will assist you with understanding competencies:
http://www.chr.alberta.ca/Practitioners/?file=learning/apscompetencies/titlepage&cf=9
http://www.chr.alberta.ca/learning/apscompetencies/apscomp-self-assessment-questionnaire.pdf
To be successful in this role the Manager, Technical Supports requires the following competencies:
•Systems Thinking
Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts across inter-related areas and factors this into planning.
•Creative Problem Solving
Finds ways to improve complex systems or structures to better meet goals and outcomes.
•Agility
Identifies alternative approaches or courses of action in unclear and complex situations. Supports others to identify, assess, and use alternative approaches.
•Drive for Results
Clarifies objectives and taps into a variety of available resources within the organization; ensuring that roles and contributions are clear. Sets performance standards and monitors processes to ensure deviations from the plan are identified at an early stage.
•Develop Networks
Looks broadly inside and outside the APS to identify key stakeholders. Actively engages them early and ensures their voice is heard and their concerns acknowledged.
•Build Collaborative Environments
Promotes collaboration and positive relationships (even in challenging circumstances) within and across groups and builds commitment to each desired results.
•Develop Self and Others
Supports the development of others by providing specific, constructive, timely and regular feedback. Gives individualized suggestions for improvement. Contributes to team learning by initiating and contributing to group reflection and discussions. Uses this information to plan future activities and projects.
The Alberta Public Service is a great place to work. We offer:
•Comprehensive benefits plan: http://www.chr.alberta.ca/Practitioners/DocList410.cfm
•Pension plan: http://www.mepp.ca/
•Leadership and mentorship programs
•Professional learning and development
•Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
Final Candidates for this position will be asked to undergo a security screening. This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies at equal or lesser classifications across the Government of Alberta.
Online applications are preferred. Note: As only one file can be uploaded, please ensure your cover letter, resume and any other related documents are submitted in one file. Applicants who apply online will be able to track the status of this competition. Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit your cover letter and resume, quoting the Job ID, to: Human Resource Services, Treasury Board and Finance, 302 Terrace Building, 9515 - 107 Street, Edmonton, AB, T5K 2C3. Phone: (780) 427-3070; Fax: (780) 422-0421.
It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) - http://eae.alberta.ca/labour-and-immigration/overview-of-immigration/international-qualifications-assessment-service.aspx It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.
Please see the attached position description for a detailed list of the job responsibilities:
https://www.jobs.alberta.ca/pprofile/pp1032997.htm
We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates' education and experience best meets the needs of the position. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting, please contact: TJ Farris, Human Resource Consultant, Treasury Board and Finance. Phone: (780) 427-3070; Fax: (780) 422-0421. If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.
Although this competition is closing on January 22, please continue to check jobs.alberta.ca for all career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.
www.jobs.alberta.ca
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