Assistant Deputy Minister, Alberta Crown Prosecution Service (Edmonton, AB) chez Government of Alberta | Alberta.ca

Job Information

Job Title:  Assistant Deputy Minister, Alberta Crown Prosecution Service

Requisition ID:   77014

Ministry:  Justice

Location:  Edmonton

Full or Part-Time:  Full Time

Hours of Work:  36.25

Regular/Temporary:  Regular                                                                                                       

Scope:  Open

Closing Date: November 30, 2025

Classification:  Executive Manager 2

About Us

The Ministry of Alberta Justice helps ensure that all Albertans can live in safe and resilient communities while having access to a fair and innovative justice system. Working alongside its partners in law enforcement, family justice, health, the judiciary, criminal justice system and other stakeholders, the ministry has a direct or shared responsibility in all elements of the justice system in Alberta. Follow the link to see what else we have to offer: http://www.justice.alberta.ca.

Role

Reporting to the Deputy Minister and Deputy Attorney General, you will lead a large and diverse team through change in complex and challenging times. You will oversee the management of criminal prosecutions, policy development, and stakeholder relationships to promote safe communities and alternative approaches to administering justice. Your seasoned leadership and focus on service excellence will support the ACPS Division in the development of key strategies to meet business and financial challenges, and to enhance and contribute to cross-ministry initiatives. Optimizing opportunities for innovation, you will provide expert guidance and recommendations that influence the daily operation of the criminal justice system and impact initiatives government-wide. Collaborating closely with clients and stakeholders will be key to managing issues and enhancing prosecution services. As a member of the executive team, you will contribute to the achievement of ministry objectives and further government’s corporate agenda.

Qualifications
Success in this role calls for a progressive leader, with a background that includes extensive related executive leadership experience and strengths in criminal law, combined with extensive knowledge of provincial and federal legislation. You bring deep experience with strategic business planning and accountability processes and possess a solid understanding of key functions of government including budgeting, capital planning, and policymaking.  Additionally, you possess broad knowledge of the province’s justice system, with an understanding of crown or public prosecution operations and public processes, and awareness of operational procedures of police services. You have a reputation of being skilled at developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships, including an ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse groups and facilitate the delivery of integrated services. You are influential, possess advanced decision-making abilities, and are able to develop strategic solutions and policy recommendations.

Exceptional communication skills, combined with advanced political acumen will situate you well for success in this role. You are also a visionary leader, with demonstrated success motivating and engaging people to embrace a future -thinking, continuous innovation mindset. You have a proven track record developing organizational capacity for the future. A related degree and eligibility for membership in the Law Society of Alberta are required.

Salary 

$8,388.44 to $11,008.86 bi-weekly ($218,938.28 – $287,331.25 yearly)

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.  Search Profile

How to Apply

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Resources for applicants:

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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 [email protected]

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.