Job Description
Job Information
Requisition ID: 73951
Ministry: Public Service Commission
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open
Closing Date: July 29, 2026
Classification: Executive Manager 1
About Us
As a key central agency, the Public Service Commission (PSC) is responsible for leading the development of policies and programs that ensure Alberta has a professional, non-partisan, diverse and inclusive public service that proudly serves Albertans. This is achieved by providing expert advice, strategic leadership and stewardship as well as developing and delivering innovative supports and services to Alberta Public Service (APS) employees.
For more information about the PSC, visit our website an www.alberta.ca/public-service-commission.aspx
Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management, the Executive Director, Leadership and Talent Management will provide strategic oversight and direction for all leadership learning initiatives and corporate talent management activities including executive development programs, executive level orientation and onboarding, and executive mentoring and coaching programs. In this role you will be responsible for the policy and program delivery of talent management programs including leadership assessment, talent pipeline and succession activities, career pathway programs, as well as reporting. You will provide strategic direction for leadership development programs for all management staff across the Alberta Public Service. You will also provide strategic direction, recommendations, consultation and advice to support Deputy Ministers and senior people leaders with supports and programs related to executive talent development and succession, management talent development and executive cadre planning and reporting.
Qualifications:
Your background includes extensive related senior management experience in leading corporate wide strategic human resource initiatives, an understanding of government organization and demonstrated experience leading large scale talent management programs as well as leadership development programs. Broad knowledge of strategic human resource management practices and employment legislation, regulations and policies will support your success. You have strong project management and organizational design expertise as well as experience leading change. You hold a reputation for empowering teams, facilitating innovation and a systems approach to achieving results. You are a strong relationship builder, working to find creative and collaborative solutions, supporting positive outcomes for people and the organization. A related post-secondary degree or equivalent education and experience in executive leadership development programs and talent management will be considered.
Salary
$5,234.94 - $6,879.68 bi-weekly ($136,631 - $179,559 annually)
Notes
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:
Compensation Overview –
Working for the Alberta Public Service –
Pension plans:
Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
Leadership and mentorship programs
Professional learning and development
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Search Profile
How to Apply
If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,
Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.
Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at
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.
Resources for applicants:
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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at [email protected].
If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check
Requisition ID: 73951
Ministry: Public Service Commission
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open
Closing Date: July 29, 2026
Classification: Executive Manager 1
About Us
As a key central agency, the Public Service Commission (PSC) is responsible for leading the development of policies and programs that ensure Alberta has a professional, non-partisan, diverse and inclusive public service that proudly serves Albertans. This is achieved by providing expert advice, strategic leadership and stewardship as well as developing and delivering innovative supports and services to Alberta Public Service (APS) employees.
For more information about the PSC, visit our website an www.alberta.ca/public-service-commission.aspx
Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Learning, Engagement and Talent Management, the Executive Director, Leadership and Talent Management will provide strategic oversight and direction for all leadership learning initiatives and corporate talent management activities including executive development programs, executive level orientation and onboarding, and executive mentoring and coaching programs. In this role you will be responsible for the policy and program delivery of talent management programs including leadership assessment, talent pipeline and succession activities, career pathway programs, as well as reporting. You will provide strategic direction for leadership development programs for all management staff across the Alberta Public Service. You will also provide strategic direction, recommendations, consultation and advice to support Deputy Ministers and senior people leaders with supports and programs related to executive talent development and succession, management talent development and executive cadre planning and reporting.
Qualifications:
Your background includes extensive related senior management experience in leading corporate wide strategic human resource initiatives, an understanding of government organization and demonstrated experience leading large scale talent management programs as well as leadership development programs. Broad knowledge of strategic human resource management practices and employment legislation, regulations and policies will support your success. You have strong project management and organizational design expertise as well as experience leading change. You hold a reputation for empowering teams, facilitating innovation and a systems approach to achieving results. You are a strong relationship builder, working to find creative and collaborative solutions, supporting positive outcomes for people and the organization. A related post-secondary degree or equivalent education and experience in executive leadership development programs and talent management will be considered.
Salary
$5,234.94 - $6,879.68 bi-weekly ($136,631 - $179,559 annually)
Notes
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:
Compensation Overview –
Working for the Alberta Public Service –
Pension plans:
Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
Leadership and mentorship programs
Professional learning and development
Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Search Profile
How to Apply
If you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,
Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.
Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs at
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.
Resources for applicants:
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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Executive Search at [email protected].
If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Executive Director, Leadership and Talent Management position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Edmonton offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
