Policy Advisor

Job Information
Job Title:Policy Advisor
Job Requisition ID:85102
Ministry:Municipal Affairs
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: OPEN
Closing Date: July 9 2026
Classification: Program Services 5 (025PSA)
Salary: $3361.54 to $4428.89 bi-weekly ($87736 to $115594 / 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. For more information please visit: Ministry of Municipal Affairs supports municipalities in providing well-managed fiscally responsible and accountable local government to Albertans. This includes administering municipal grant programs; delivering advisory and capacity-building supports; providing municipal services and managing public lands in the provinces three Special Areas; and overseeing the safety codes system in the province. The ministry also fosters stronger safer communities across the province and enables local governments to facilitate Albertas economic prosperity.

To learn more about Municipal Affairs follow the link to: Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager Governance and Planning Policy this Senior Policy Advisor position provides mentorship knowledge/skill transfer and facilitation to internal and external teams across all divisions in the department. The position is the lead on major policy development projects within Municipal Affairs and is responsible for designing planning leading and evaluating major projects related to municipal governance planning elections housing tax and assessment and safety and building codes.

The main responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead policy development including project plans Cabinet Reports decision documents briefing notes and legislative or regulatory proposals.
• Track and analyzing key issues and emerging trends affecting the provincial-municipal relationship.
• Develop clear concise briefing materials and recommendations into actionable advice for senior leadership.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts legal counsel and stakeholders across government to ensure alignment and consistency of approaches.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to members of the team while contributing to continuous improvement knowledge sharing and a positive team environment.

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