Disability Services Program and Policy Advisor

Job Information
Job Title: Disability Services Disability Services Program and Policy Advisor
Job Requisition ID:85013
Ministry:Assisted Living and Social Services
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: August 19 2026
Classification: Program Services 3
Salary: $2935.39 to $3850.29 bi-weekly ($76613 to $100492/year)

Assisted Living and Social Services provides support for seniors families and communities and helps Albertans access disability services financial support services for the homeless Continuing Care 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.

Our culture of care is the foundation of everything we do embracing every staff member and individual alike and reflected in every action interaction and day-to-day more information about Assisted Living and Social Services visit our website: Responsibilities

Are you passionate about developing policies and programs that improve the lives of Albertans with disabilities and their families The Disability Policy and Supports Branch is seeking a collaborative and analytical Program and Policy Advisor to support the development implementation and evaluation of initiatives related to provincial disability programs including the Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) and Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) programs.

In this role you will conduct research and policy analysis coordinate projects prepare strategic briefing materials and provide evidence-based recommendations that support informed decision-making. Working closely with internal and external partners you will contribute to policy initiatives that promote inclusion independence and meaningful outcomes for Albertans.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting research environmental scans and policy analysis to support the development implementation and evaluation of disability-related policies and programs.
• Researching legislation regulations policies and emerging trends to identify opportunities risks and implications for provincial programs.
• Preparing briefing notes correspondence reports presentations and other materials for senior leadership and executive decision-makers.
• Coordinating policy and program projects ensuring deliverables are completed on time and align with government priorities.
• Synthesizing information from multiple sources into concise evidence-based recommendations and communication materials.
• Collaborating with colleagues across ministries and with external stakeholders to support policy development and implementation.
• Participating on committees and working groups representing program policy interests and contributing to collaborative solutions.
• Monitoring emerging issues and providing advice on potential impacts to disability programs and services.
• Supporting stakeholder engagement activities and contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring work complies with legislative requirements government policies and information management practices.

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