Information Technology Contracting Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve. Learn more about working for WCB at
Careers - WCB Alberta
Job Title:
Information Technology Contracting Specialist
Job Type:
Permanent / Full time
Job Location:
Edmonton, Alberta
People are at the heart of everything we do.
If you value service, care, excellence, trust and fairness, you’ll fit right in. You'll play an important role in making a difference that creates a safer, healthier and stronger Alberta by putting people first. We work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers.
As the independent operator and administrator of the province’s Workers’ Compensation Act, WCB-Alberta provides protection for over two million workers and over 170,000 Alberta employers. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.
How you’ll make a difference:
As a senior member of the Asset Management & Compliance team, the IT Contracting Specialist is responsible for negotiating IT goods and service contracts to support the organizations operational and program needs. Additionally, the IT Contracting Specialist provides expertise and leadership in acquiring software, hardware, IT contracted resources, SaaS, cloud infrastructure and services. Leveraging in-depth knowledge of negotiations, procurement processes, and contract formation, the Specialist ensures best value procurements for the WCB team and its business partners.
Your responsibilities:
- Negotiate high impact, complex IT contract details and specifications with vendors and service providers to ensure WCB’s risk is mitigated, and end-user requirements are met.
- Work closely with Contracting Specialists on the development of competitive bidding documents that capture best in class IT contract requirements, clauses and terms and conditions.
- Assess requirements and advise internal customers and management on various IT competitive contracting practices that will best support business needs.
- Support the competitive bidding process; facilitate communication and cooperation between all participants.
- Reporting to the Team Lead, provide leadership and direction to Business Technology Operations Asset Management & Compliance staff regarding contract management and lead transformational activities to build procurement capabilities and improve procurement efficiency.
- Identify trends, training requirements, and monitor adherence to processes and procedures and take appropriate action to address any deficiencies to the Team Lead.
- Through an ongoing analysis of current practices and lessons learned, recommend and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase productivity.
- Participate with the Contracting and Procurement Services team to develop corporate procurement policies and procedures. Educate staff and management in policies and procedures to set and raise standards, ensure ethical practices are followed, and the WCB is viewed positively by external business partners.
Your experience and skills:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in business, information management or related field combined with extensive knowledge of Information Technology (IT) contracts, terms and conditions.
- Several years related negotiation experience with a focus on IT negotiation of large complex procurements.
- Professional designation (SCMP, CPPB, CPPO) would be an asset.
- Knowledgeable on emerging trends in Information Technology, contracting, vendor relations and negotiations.
- The ability to manage multiple and complex contracts, often with competing deadlines and similar priority levels.
- Comprehensive knowledge of competitive bidding laws, trade agreements and procurement practices.
- Superior organizational, interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a team environment.
- Strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
What we offer:
A competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from home and physical office) that foster a healthy work-life balance. Take the next great step in your career and help us change lives. For more information, please see our
Employee Handbook
.
Salary: $92,684 to $109,024 per annum (Pay Grade 12)
Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance (and credit check) as a condition of employment. The successful candidate must reside in Alberta and work in-person from our downtown Edmonton office. This position offers a hybrid work model (subject to change).
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.
Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume to
Careers - WCB Alberta
.
Closing Date: July 28, 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
About WCB Alberta
WCB-Alberta was created by government to administer the Workers' Compensation Act for the province's workers and employers. Funded by employer premiums, we provide cost-effective disability and liability coverage for work-related injury and illness. We compensate workers for lost income and coordinate the health care and other services they need to recover after a workplace injury.
We strive for fairness in our decisions that affect the two million workers we cover, and the nearly 170,000 employers whose contributions fund worker benefits, return-to-work programs, and health care services.
Information Technology Contracting Specialist
Top Benefits
About the role
As an equal opportunity employer, we are looking to build a diverse workforce that reflects the diversity of our clients and the customers we serve. Learn more about working for WCB at
Careers - WCB Alberta
Job Title:
Information Technology Contracting Specialist
Job Type:
Permanent / Full time
Job Location:
Edmonton, Alberta
People are at the heart of everything we do.
If you value service, care, excellence, trust and fairness, you’ll fit right in. You'll play an important role in making a difference that creates a safer, healthier and stronger Alberta by putting people first. We work together every day to help minimize the impact of workplace injuries and illnesses on Alberta workers and employers.
As the independent operator and administrator of the province’s Workers’ Compensation Act, WCB-Alberta provides protection for over two million workers and over 170,000 Alberta employers. Our employees are inspired to make a positive impact on the lives of injured workers and businesses throughout the province.
How you’ll make a difference:
As a senior member of the Asset Management & Compliance team, the IT Contracting Specialist is responsible for negotiating IT goods and service contracts to support the organizations operational and program needs. Additionally, the IT Contracting Specialist provides expertise and leadership in acquiring software, hardware, IT contracted resources, SaaS, cloud infrastructure and services. Leveraging in-depth knowledge of negotiations, procurement processes, and contract formation, the Specialist ensures best value procurements for the WCB team and its business partners.
Your responsibilities:
- Negotiate high impact, complex IT contract details and specifications with vendors and service providers to ensure WCB’s risk is mitigated, and end-user requirements are met.
- Work closely with Contracting Specialists on the development of competitive bidding documents that capture best in class IT contract requirements, clauses and terms and conditions.
- Assess requirements and advise internal customers and management on various IT competitive contracting practices that will best support business needs.
- Support the competitive bidding process; facilitate communication and cooperation between all participants.
- Reporting to the Team Lead, provide leadership and direction to Business Technology Operations Asset Management & Compliance staff regarding contract management and lead transformational activities to build procurement capabilities and improve procurement efficiency.
- Identify trends, training requirements, and monitor adherence to processes and procedures and take appropriate action to address any deficiencies to the Team Lead.
- Through an ongoing analysis of current practices and lessons learned, recommend and implement process improvements to reduce costs and increase productivity.
- Participate with the Contracting and Procurement Services team to develop corporate procurement policies and procedures. Educate staff and management in policies and procedures to set and raise standards, ensure ethical practices are followed, and the WCB is viewed positively by external business partners.
Your experience and skills:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in business, information management or related field combined with extensive knowledge of Information Technology (IT) contracts, terms and conditions.
- Several years related negotiation experience with a focus on IT negotiation of large complex procurements.
- Professional designation (SCMP, CPPB, CPPO) would be an asset.
- Knowledgeable on emerging trends in Information Technology, contracting, vendor relations and negotiations.
- The ability to manage multiple and complex contracts, often with competing deadlines and similar priority levels.
- Comprehensive knowledge of competitive bidding laws, trade agreements and procurement practices.
- Superior organizational, interpersonal, facilitation and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under tight deadlines in a team environment.
- Strong computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Suite.
What we offer:
A competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work schedules and hybrid work opportunities (combination of work from home and physical office) that foster a healthy work-life balance. Take the next great step in your career and help us change lives. For more information, please see our
Employee Handbook
.
Salary: $92,684 to $109,024 per annum (Pay Grade 12)
Final candidates for this position are required to undergo a security clearance (and credit check) as a condition of employment. The successful candidate must reside in Alberta and work in-person from our downtown Edmonton office. This position offers a hybrid work model (subject to change).
We are committed to providing equal opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, colour, religion or national origin, gender (or gender identity or expression), age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability. Equal opportunity is provided in employment, promotions and wages.
Please apply online by submitting a cover letter and resume to
Careers - WCB Alberta
.
Closing Date: July 28, 2025
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates under consideration will be contacted.
About WCB Alberta
WCB-Alberta was created by government to administer the Workers' Compensation Act for the province's workers and employers. Funded by employer premiums, we provide cost-effective disability and liability coverage for work-related injury and illness. We compensate workers for lost income and coordinate the health care and other services they need to recover after a workplace injury.
We strive for fairness in our decisions that affect the two million workers we cover, and the nearly 170,000 employers whose contributions fund worker benefits, return-to-work programs, and health care services.