Executive Director, Continuing Care Capital
Apply NowCompany: Government of Alberta
Location: Edmonton, AB T5A 0A1
Description:
Job Information
Job Title: Executive Director, Continuing Care Capital
Job Requisition ID: 67273
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
About Us
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
Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. This ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. The ministry also provides oversight for the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee.
For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services
Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Housing the Executive Director will lead a team of professionals responsible for the comprehensive oversight and strategic management of Alberta's Continuing Care Capital Plan. This includes the development, implementation, and reporting of capital grant programs. They will also ensure strategic oversight for capital maintenance, capital renewal, and strategic and operations management including overseeing the development of short and long-term capital plans, reporting, financial reporting, budgeting, and business case development. In addition, the Executive Director will provide strategic oversight to ensure compliance with procurement standards, industry standards, and best practices, manage the execution of all contracts, oversee vendor and contractor management; and ensure timely project delivery.
By 2046, one in five Albertans will be 65 years of age or older. As their needs evolve, it is important that older adults and vulnerable populations have access to the support they need to maintain their quality of life and independence so they can age with dignity. Over the next 10 years, the demand for continuing care in Alberta is projected to grow by 80 per cent, increasing even faster as people live longer and with more complex needs.
The Alberta Government has committed to support the Continuing Care Capital program initiatives, which aim to increase continuing care capacity, modernize aging facilities, and develop specialized housing options. The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in the ongoing implementation of the Continuing Care Transformation Capital Program and the stewardship of continuing care asset management. Playing a critical role in the successful implementation of the new structure for continuing care in Alberta, the Executive Director will take the key leadership role ensuring the capital planning and programs are effectively managed to support indigenous facilities, modernize existing facilities, expanding targeted communities, and developing small-case care facilities. They will also play a key role ensuring the effective allocation and management of these funds to achieve the program's objectives and be pivotal in addressing unique care and support needs of people living with dementia, young adults with disabilities, and other individuals with overlapping health needs.
Qualifications
Your background includes significant related senior leadership experience in capital planning within a complex organization, coupled with project management and deep expertise in grant funding. You are a highly influential and motivational communicator and have demonstrated experience generating creative and innovative solutions to highly complex situations. Often you are described as a visionary leader, someone who supports both the people and systems side of change and helps align others to embrace a common goal. Your exceptional stakeholder relationship abilities have been well developed across multiple complex internal and external stakeholder interactions. Deep knowledge of business and operational planning, preparing briefings, public sector procurement and contract management, coupled with understanding of budgets will provide a solid foundation for this role. A related master's degree and project management certification, is an asset but equivalencies will be considered.
Salary
$5,082.46 - $6,679.30 bi-weekly ($132,652 - $174,329 annually)
Notes
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:
Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Position Profile
How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Now" button.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta's online application system.
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, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to 'Create an account', reset your password ('Forgot your password') or 'Sign In' should you already have an account.
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 https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx
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:
https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx
https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx
https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/
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) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
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 psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.
If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.
Job Title: Executive Director, Continuing Care Capital
Job Requisition ID: 67273
Ministry: Seniors, Community and Social Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: March 7, 2025
About Us
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
Seniors, Community and Social Services provides supports for seniors, families and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, financial supports, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. This ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. The ministry also provides oversight for the Office of the Public Guardian and Trustee.
For further information, visit the ministry website at https://www.alberta.ca/seniors-community-and-social-services
Role
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Housing the Executive Director will lead a team of professionals responsible for the comprehensive oversight and strategic management of Alberta's Continuing Care Capital Plan. This includes the development, implementation, and reporting of capital grant programs. They will also ensure strategic oversight for capital maintenance, capital renewal, and strategic and operations management including overseeing the development of short and long-term capital plans, reporting, financial reporting, budgeting, and business case development. In addition, the Executive Director will provide strategic oversight to ensure compliance with procurement standards, industry standards, and best practices, manage the execution of all contracts, oversee vendor and contractor management; and ensure timely project delivery.
By 2046, one in five Albertans will be 65 years of age or older. As their needs evolve, it is important that older adults and vulnerable populations have access to the support they need to maintain their quality of life and independence so they can age with dignity. Over the next 10 years, the demand for continuing care in Alberta is projected to grow by 80 per cent, increasing even faster as people live longer and with more complex needs.
The Alberta Government has committed to support the Continuing Care Capital program initiatives, which aim to increase continuing care capacity, modernize aging facilities, and develop specialized housing options. The Executive Director will play a pivotal role in the ongoing implementation of the Continuing Care Transformation Capital Program and the stewardship of continuing care asset management. Playing a critical role in the successful implementation of the new structure for continuing care in Alberta, the Executive Director will take the key leadership role ensuring the capital planning and programs are effectively managed to support indigenous facilities, modernize existing facilities, expanding targeted communities, and developing small-case care facilities. They will also play a key role ensuring the effective allocation and management of these funds to achieve the program's objectives and be pivotal in addressing unique care and support needs of people living with dementia, young adults with disabilities, and other individuals with overlapping health needs.
Qualifications
Your background includes significant related senior leadership experience in capital planning within a complex organization, coupled with project management and deep expertise in grant funding. You are a highly influential and motivational communicator and have demonstrated experience generating creative and innovative solutions to highly complex situations. Often you are described as a visionary leader, someone who supports both the people and systems side of change and helps align others to embrace a common goal. Your exceptional stakeholder relationship abilities have been well developed across multiple complex internal and external stakeholder interactions. Deep knowledge of business and operational planning, preparing briefings, public sector procurement and contract management, coupled with understanding of budgets will provide a solid foundation for this role. A related master's degree and project management certification, is an asset but equivalencies will be considered.
Salary
$5,082.46 - $6,679.30 bi-weekly ($132,652 - $174,329 annually)
Notes
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
Links and information on what the GoA has to offer:
- Compensation Overview - https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
- Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
- Pension plans:
- Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca
- Leadership and mentorship programs
- Professional learning and development
- Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool - https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
Please see the attached position profile for more information on position responsibilities. Position Profile
How to Apply
Click on the "Apply Now" button.
Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/navigating-online-jobs-application.aspx to learn more about creating a candidate profile and other tips for the Government of Alberta's online application system.
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, click here to access the main log in page where you are able to 'Create an account', reset your password ('Forgot your password') or 'Sign In' should you already have an account.
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 https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-jobs.aspx
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:
https://www.alberta.ca/apply-for-jobs-with-the-alberta-public-service.aspx
https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-hiring-process.aspx
https://alis.alberta.ca/look-for-work/
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) or from recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
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 psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.
If this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to check http://www.jobs.alberta.ca for a listing of current career opportunities with the Government of Alberta.