Job InformationJob Title: Provincial Program Specialist and Clinical Advisor Job Requisition ID: 85074Ministry: Hospital and Surgical Health ServicesLocation: Edmonton or CalgaryFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: July 2, 2026Classification: Medical and Health 4Salary: ​$3,711.12 to $4,726.90 bi-weekly ($96,860 - $123,372/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: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-serviceThe Ministry of Hospitals and Surgical Health Services is building a more resilient and sustainable acute care system that can support Albertans getting care when and where they need it, while responding to health challenges, improving health outcomes and maintaining fiscal responsibility. For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/hospital-and-surgical-health-services This position resides in the Ministry of Hospital and Surgical Health Services under the Acute Care Division, within the Provincial and Clinical Programs Branch.Role Responsibilities As a Provincial Program Specialist and Clinical Advisor, you will provide clinical and operational expertise on initiatives that improve Albertans’ access to provincial acute care services.  - Lead research, analysis, and policy development aligned with Ministry and acute care objectives.- Work collaboratively to develop and assess policy options and support innovative initiatives enhancing access and delivery of provincial acute care services. 

• Prepare and review briefings, reports, and communication materials for senior leadership and stakeholders.- Support communication strategies and provide timely issues management.- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to advance key health system initiatives.- Analyze data, and support evidence-based decision-making.- Identify potential impacts for the health system (including cross-ministry) related to regulations and policy.- Manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced, complex environment.Please click on the links below to view the job descriptions for these positions.Provincial Program SpecialistClinical AdvisorAPS 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:https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.- Agility – Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities, timelines, and emerging issues in a fast-paced policy environment. - Develop Networks – Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to advance health system priorities. - Creative Problem Solving – Applies innovative thinking and analysis to address complex policy and health system challenges. - Systems Thinking – Understands the broader health system context and how policies, programs, and stakeholders are interconnected.Qualifications Education and Experience:Degree related to the position assignment (Nursing, Medical, Reg. Health Provider) and four (4) years of related experience.  Current registration in good standing with an Alberta professional collegeEquivalency: Diploma related to the position assignment and six (6) years of related experience.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act. Master’s degree related to the position assignment and three (3) years of related experience.  Must be a regulated member of the appropriate college if required by the Health Professions Act.   Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.Notes
• Two (2) permanent positions available.- 36.25 hours per week- Location: ATB Place, 10025 Jasper Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6H 5T6 or 10101 Southport Road SW, Calgary, AB T2W 3N2Any 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.
• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.- Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.- Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.- Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.- Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.- Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.- Leadership and mentorship programs.How To ApplyApplicants 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.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis 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 require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Jagreet Uppal at Jagreet.Uppal@gov.ab.ca.