Data and Research Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Data and Research Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 62531
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Wage (1 year)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: September 30, 2024
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment (023PSAMA) 
Salary: $36.23 to $47.57 hourly

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. 

For more information on the Seniors, Community and Social Services Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services.aspx

The Housing division within Alberta Seniors, Community and Social Services uses a community-based delivery model for the provision of housing programs, initiatives, and services to a wide variety of Albertans in need of housing solutions. The Housing division works with over 350 housing providers (municipalities, housing management bodies, and non-profit and private sector organizations) to provide stable and sustainable lower-cost housing for Albertans in need, including support for existing and new housing options for over 120,000 low-income families, individuals, seniors, and individuals with disabilities.  

Role Responsibilities

The Research and Analytics team within the Housing Division is seeking a self-motivated, results-driven individual with a passion for identifying complex issues and trends through data research. We are looking for an individual who can use research and analytical skills to support the affordable housing system in Alberta. 

The Data and Research Analyst plays a key role in developing and supporting an integrated system view of Alberta’s affordable housing environment. This includes being responsible for identifying, compiling, organizing, analyzing, and reporting on data to support the core functions of the division. 

The successful candidate must understand research methods and be able to use various types of data to answer questions. This may include administrative datasets, financial data, or qualitative data from surveys. 

A key part of this role includes communicating with stakeholders to answer questions and complete Housing Needs Assessments to determine different housing needs across Alberta communities. This requires excellent communication skills and diligence in corresponding with stakeholders to provide necessary information. 

The successful candidate requires strong writing skills and the ability to understand government priorities, identify issues and develop appropriate solutions. The candidate must be able to analyze information from various primary and secondary sources and provide evidence-based solutions or advice to senior leaders. This role requires the ability to organize and manage a multitude of projects simultaneously with both short and long-term timelines.

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.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:

https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

Qualifications

A university degree in a related field (public policy, social sciences, public administration, economics, or other related discipline) supplemented with a minimum of two (2) years of related experience in a research and/or policy environment is required.  

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.

Experience in research, data collection, statistical analysis, and stakeholder relations, and project management is an asset. 

Knowledge of the Seniors, Community and Social Services processes and cross-ministry initiatives, as well as relevant legislation, regulations, policies, business plans and strategic initiatives of the department is considered an asset. 

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. 

Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday

The wage position currently available is temporary for one (1) year.

Wage employees receive 11.2% in addition to regular wage earnings in lieu of benefits and vacation leave.

• 5.2 percent of regular wage earnings instead of paid holidays
• 6 percent of regular wage earnings instead of annual vacation pay

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

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part time or full time.

Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. 

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 the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Leadership and mentorship programs

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 for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.
 

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)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).
 
It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.

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 require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dana Polutnik at Dana.Polutnik@gov.ab.ca.