Land-Use Policy Analyst
Government of Alberta
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Office
Location: Edmonton • Canada
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Salary
💰 CA$79,774 - CA$104,572 per year
About the role
- Conduct research and analysis to inform policy development, including preparing briefing materials, policy options and recommendations that support evidence‑informed decision‑making.
- Contribute to the development, implementation, and maintenance of legislation, regulations, policies, and tools that support conservation of biodiversity and land-use outcomes.
- Coordinate components of complex policy initiatives using effective project management approaches.
- Work collaboratively with internal partners, other ministries, Indigenous communities, municipal governments, industry stakeholders, and environmental organizations to gather perspectives and build informed policy solutions.
- Support engagement, communication, training, and activities to help staff and stakeholders understand new or amended policies, legislation and regulatory tools.
- Monitor emerging issues, trends, and opportunities related to biodiversity conservation, land‑use planning and environmental management to inform policy development.
- Prepare clear, concise written materials and presentations for a variety of audiences including senior leadership and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- University graduation with a focus on Natural Resources, Environmental Sciences, Forestry, Agriculture, Land Management or related fields.
- Minimum Four (4) years of related experience in related experience in land‑use policy development, natural resource management, or multi‑stakeholder engagement
- A valid Class 5 drivers license is also required.
- Understanding of Government of Alberta policy and decision-making processes, including experience supporting the development or amendment of legislation, regulation, strategies, or other high-level policy instruments.
- Experience developing policy through collaboration and integration across ministries or organizations.
- Technical or scientific understanding of environmental issues related to biodiversity, including cumulative effects and approaches to managing human footprint.
Benefits
- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
- Leadership and mentorship programs
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
policy developmentlegislationregulationsproject managementnatural resource managementbiodiversity conservationland-use planningenvironmental managementmulti-stakeholder engagementdata analysis
Soft Skills
collaborationcommunicationresearchproblem-solvingpresentation skillsstakeholder engagementtrainingorganizational skillscritical thinkingadaptability
Certifications
Class 5 driver's license