Job Information

Job Title: Learning and Development Consultant

Job Requisition ID: 74959

Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: September 16, 2025

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 .

Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) provides supports for seniors, families, and communities, and helps Albertans access disability services, continuing care, financial supports, affordable housing, services for the homeless, and other social-based programs. The Ministry supports Albertans through a person-centered, integrated service delivery model that recognizes the unique circumstances, experiences and strengths of individuals and families. For more information on the ALSS Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/assisted-living-and-social-services

Role Responsibilities

Are you passionate about creating impactful and engaging adult education solutions that equip staff with the skills and knowledge they need to best serve Albertans? Do you appreciate the important role of instructional design and tools, and how they enhance and transform our ability to train staff? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of Albertans through innovative corporate learning and the upskilling of our workforce?

As a Learning and Development Consultant (LDC), you will lead the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of training programs and initiatives. You will report to the Manager of the Provincial Training Team (PTT) and work collaboratively with program leaders and subject-matter experts to develop comprehensive training for SCSS’s more than 4,000 staff.

Key Responsibilities

Lead successful training projects and build/maintain positive stakeholder relationships.
Analyze training needs, make recommendations, develop training, implement training, and evaluate training in support of the training team’s commitment to continuous improvement using the ADDIE model.
Use Articulate and other software to create engaging and effective training courses.
Deliver training and track training completion statistics using the Alberta Government’s online Learning Management System.
Collaborate with other PTT team members to achieve ALSS and PTT training goals.
Lead the ongoing evaluation and improvement of existing training to ensure SCSS training embraces the latest adult education best practices and remains effective, efficient and responsive to staff and program needs.

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 .

Drive for Results – Ability to set high-performance standards and leverage past experience to develop strategic plans. Takes ownership of responsibilities, holding both self and others accountable for achieving objectives.

Develop Networks - Engages diverse stakeholders, values input for long-term goals, and fosters collaboration in change initiatives to build trust and alignment.

Build Collaborative Environments - Building collaborative environments involves engaging stakeholders, sharing resources, and resolving conflicts positively through coaching. By motivating others and embracing diverse perspectives, individuals ensure effective teamwork and shared outcomes.

Systems Thinking - Effective leadership abilities combined with a holistic, long-term approach to challenges and opportunities, anticipating impacts and incorporating stakeholder perspectives. By aligning actions with APS values and fostering collaboration, it ensures strategic sustainable solutions.

Creative Problem Solving - Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Collaborates in open teams, encouraging idea-sharing and creative thinking to tackle complex challenges. Engages the right people to develop innovative solutions, leveraging diverse perspectives to drive continuous improvement and organizational success.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

Post-secondary degree in a related field (e.g., adult education, public administration) supplemented by two (2) years of experience related to adult education and training development.

Equivalencies: Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of:

One year of experience for one year of education; or
One year of education for one year of experience.

Assets

Experience developing courses with Articulate Storyline/Rise
Experience using Canva
Demonstrated familiarity with Success Factors Learning Management System (LMS)

Preference will be given to candidates with degree or certificate in adult education.

The Learning and Development Consultant should have comprehensive knowledge and supporting experience in the following:

Adult education best practices and training modalities
Training development and evaluation
Learning/training development software
Online learning management systems
Research, analysis, report writing, leading meetings, and giving presentations
Building and maintaining collaborative relationships with other teams
Project management and working with subject matter experts

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

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday – Friday

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.

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:

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 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.

If you require any further information on this job posting or require accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Nadine Uwimana at Nadine.Uwimana@gov.ab.ca .

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