Recovery Planning Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Provincial Recovery Planning, the Analyst is responsible for completing research and analysis on multiple topics that contribute to the implementation and maintenance of a provincial recovery framework, and specific plans and programs for integrated Government of Alberta recovery services that are adaptable to varying scales of emergency and types of hazards.

The Analyst works closely with units across AEMA and other ministries to foster capacity for more integrated recovery operations, and to enhance linkages between emergency response, recovery, mitigation and preparedness. All work is in support of the Recovery Branch’s priority to support the long-term recovery of municipalities and Albertans from major disasters as well as exploring ways to foster increased resiliency.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing Cabinet and decision packages that will initiate GoA disaster financial assistance programs. Conduct program analysis to support policy recommendations.
• Contributing to the development, implementation and maintenance of a provincial recovery framework and specific recovery operations plans to foster a more integrated approach for GoA resources and to provide a central hub for connection to GoA recovery initiatives.
• Providing strategic and operational supports to the branch and to other recovery organizations to sustain recovery efforts.
• Developing materials to support training exercises and to inform continuous improvements in recovery competence and capacity.

This position will be required to work in the PRCC and may be required to work in the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (PECC), or as needed during emergencies in order to coordinate provincial emergency response efforts and/or support/advise/assist government ministries, municipalities, Metis Settlements, and/or other organizations. In these circumstances, the position may require working extended and irregular hours and/or shifts with minimal or no notice, particularly during emergencies and exercise.

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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:

• Drive for Results - Contribute to the drafting of recovery issues plans as well as other documents related to recovery initiatives and projects, including, for example, protocols, committee terms of reference, and project management tools outlining outcomes and required resources, roles and responsibilities, as well as monitoring progress against terms of reference.
  
• Creative Problem Solving - Breaking problems down into manageable components to identify what needs to be done. You are able to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve desired outcomes and solutions.
  
• Agility - Anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment.
  
• Building Collaborative Environments - Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill, leverages skills and knowledge of others.
  
• Systems Thinking - Ability to consider the whole system and recognize links between everything from the complex network of global to departmental priorities. Set goals within the context of long-term outcomes and broad perspectives.

Qualifications

Required:
University education in emergency management, social sciences, public administration, or a related field PLUS 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

Equivalency:
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

The successful candidate MUST also have:

• Awareness of relevant legislation and policy directions related to recovery
• Awareness of the mandates of GoA ministries generally and specifically related to recovery programs and services
• Experience drafting briefing notes
• Knowledge of different types of research and analysis along with ability to analyze issues critically and draw conclusions / summaries
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships with internal stakeholders and appropriately deal with sensitive and complex issues
• Able to work non-standard hours with short notice for extended periods of time (i.e. weekends, evenings, nights, holidays etc. at time of incident), especially during hazard season

Assets:

• Experience in Project Management
• Knowledge of relevant ministry operational policies and procedures
• Experience in conducting research and critically analyzing issues to draw conclusions
• Experience with ArcGIS
• Experience in conducting training

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Notes

Term of Employment: Temporary until October 31, 2026

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Location: Edmonton

• 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 have to offer to prospective employees.

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• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
Leadership and mentorship programs