Data Analyst

Job Information
Job Title: Data Analyst 
Job Requisition ID: 59464
Ministry: Jobs, Economy and Trade
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: June 17, 2024
Classification: Program Services 3 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561 - $90,011/year
 

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx 
 

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade is responsible for leading efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting Alberta’s entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, helping recruit and retain workers, and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces by:
 

Jobs: helping attract skilled workers and establishing and enforcing Alberta’s employment standards and laws governing the health and safety of Alberta’s workplaces
Economy: supporting Alberta entrepreneurs, businesses and communities to drive growth and job creation
Regional development: supporting the unique economic development needs of Alberta’s various regions
Trade and investment: attracting investment, promoting trade and supporting Alberta businesses’ abilities to access new markets
 

To learn more about the Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade and what it has to offer, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/jobs-economy-and-trade.aspx.
 

The Child Care Strategy and Policy Division of JET is responsible for the legislation and standards for the Early Learning and Child Care Act.
 

The Program Information, Evaluation and Performance Measurement (PIEPM) Unit within the Child Care Strategy and Policy Division provides strategic advice to the Ministry on transformative priorities and provides leadership on quality initiatives for childcare and youth services, including data analytics, performance standards, internal audits and program reviews and strategic evaluation activities, all designed to improve program quality and outcomes for children, youth and families.
 

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Data Analysis and Reporting, the Data Analyst will support the Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Initiatives and will collect, analyze and prepare reports to measure outcomes and indicators. This position is key to supporting the evaluation of the ELCC initiative's effectiveness in increasing the accessibility, affordability and quality of early learning and child care in Alberta, providing analysis on spaces, enrollment, fees, subsidy, etc., in conjunction with external demographic data. The position will also collect and analyze data to the outcomes and indicators identified in ELCC evaluation and measurement activities and the Federal/Provincial Child Care Agreements.

This position is key to support the data collection, analysis and reporting function of the Ministry related to Early Learning and Child Care initiatives, including the Bilateral Agreement, Workforce Recovery and Retention and the Canada-Wide ELCC Agreement.

Responsibilities include:

1. Engage in complex data collection, extraction, analysis and reporting/presentation for the ELCC Initiatives.
2. Track data results, analyze trends and prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports.
3. Engage in reviews of internal and external data sources to ensure the integrity of the system used, the data and information provided. These reviews may involve seeking input from individuals internal and external to the Ministry. Verify and evaluate adequacy of data sources, rationale, limitations, and references, alerting PIEPM Management and the Director of any issues identified.
4. Specialize in data management for cross-ministry outcome measurement and reporting, including development of a reporting strategy to collect data for approved indicators/measures and prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual reports on results.
5. Respond to ad hoc data requests. 
6. Support intra-ministry and cross-ministry initiatives by developing innovative methods of data collection and analysis, ensuring proper data standards and research methods are employed, and by contributing to the design and data maintenance of web-applications, including leading the identification and creation of new datasets for both external applications and internal analysis.
7. Shape the delivery of ELCC analysis and reporting.
8. Apply methodologies and analysis in accordance with rapidly changing industry standards.
9. Provide expertise and advice on ELCC analysis and industry data considerations for effective decision making.
10. Lead the design, production, automation and maintenance of statistical publications and reports that address ELCC information needs.
11. Develop mechanisms to enhance the understanding of and the exchange of ELCC information and interjurisdictional insights to support evidence-based planning and decision-making.
     

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

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:  https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

Critical Competencies:

• Agility - Works in a changing environment and takes initiative to change.
• Build Collaborative Environments - Facilitates open communication and leverages team skill.
• Systems Thinking - Considers interrelationships and emerging trends to attain goals.
• Creative Problem Solving - Focuses on continuous improvement and increasing breadth of insight

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field (e.g., Social Science, Statistics, Information Management, Mathematics, Economics or Computer Science) 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 position requires the following knowledge and experience:

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, effective problem-solving and facilitation skills.
• Proficient computer skills using various software applications (e.g. Excel, PowerBI, SQL, SPSS).
• Advanced computer and data management skills.

Knowledge of evaluation and research practices.

• Project management skills and creative problem solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work in a team setting and independently.

Strong communication skills both oral and written.

• Create clear/concise written reports and briefings, executive summaries, action requests, etc.
• Excellent interpersonal skills (ability to work in a variety of roles and foster positive working relationships and,
• participate as a team member).
• Consultative skills demanding detailed program knowledge and expertise, creativity and ingenuity.
• Ability to make reasoned, informed decisions based on available evidence.
• Knowledge or research of the principles and practices of quality assurance and experience in evaluation and/or process
• review.
• Ability to prioritize and work with several competing priorities
   

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

This is a full-time position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday. 
 

Working location is Sterling Place 9940 - 106 Street, Edmonton, AB

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 these required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. 

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example: January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs shifts/week).

The final candidate may 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 has 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
• 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
   

How To Apply
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.
 

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.
 

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 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 require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Lavanya Jothinatara TAS Administrator at lavanya.jothinataraj@gov.ab.ca