Contract Procurement Consultant (Alberta)

Job Information Job Title: Contract and Procurement Consultant – Red Deer Job Requisition ID: 82906 Ministry: Assisted Living and Social Services (ALSS) Location: Red Deer, Stettler, Drumheller Employment Type: Full time, Permanent Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (Monday to Friday) Scope: Open Competition Closing Date: June 12, 2026 Classification: Program Services 3 Salary: $2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi‑weekly ($76,613.67 – $100,492.56 per year) Role Responsibilities Reporting to the Manager, Procurement and Resource Management within the Employment Services Branch, you’ll play a critical role in strengthening how employment services are funded, structured, and delivered across Alberta. This is not a transactional procurement role; you’ll act as a trusted advisor and problem‑solver, ensuring agreements are compliant, risks are managed early, and processes evolve to meet changing program needs. Strengthen contract quality and compliance by ensuring agreements align with legislation, policy, and standards, while proactively identifying and addressing risks before they impact service delivery. Improve how procurement processes operate by identifying gaps, recommending practical enhancements, and supporting the implementation of more consistent and efficient ways of working across the team. Enable stronger decision‑making by developing and maintaining tracking tools and reporting that provide explicit visibility into contract performance, timelines, risks, and operational priorities. Support procurement delivery and evolving systems by contributing to procurement activities and helping the team adapt to changes in tools, processes, and system enhancements such as 1GX. Provide trusted advisory support by acting as a resource to colleagues and stakeholders, offering clear, practical guidance on contracts, procurement practices, and business processes. Supports tracking and reporting of contract performance and financial targets, ensuring data is accurate, up to date, and useful for decision‑making. Competencies Systems Thinking – Considers the broader service context, client needs, and interconnected impacts of contracting decisions. Agility – Navigates shifting priorities, emerging issues, and dynamic service environments while maintaining effective stakeholder relationships. Drive for Results – Prioritizes work, manages competing demands, and ensures procurement and monitoring activities meet required timelines and standards. Building Collaborative Environments – Encourages cooperation across regions, programs, and service providers by fostering trust, open communication, and shared problem‑solving. Creative Problem Solving – Analyses complex issues, identifies root causes, and develops practical and innovative solutions to support service delivery and program outcomes. Qualifications University graduation in a related field (Social Sciences, Social Work, Human Services, Business Administration, Public Administration, Economics) plus 2 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below. Equivalency: 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education. Preference will be given to candidates with the following assets: Experience working with contracts, grants, or procurement processes, including developing, reviewing, or managing agreement documentation within a regulated or public sector environment. Strong analytical and project coordination skills, with the ability to assess risks, interpret complex information, and support planning activities. Demonstrated experience improving business processes, identifying gaps, and contributing to more consistent, efficient, and scalable ways of working. Knowledge of labour market information, employment services, or program delivery environments, and ability to apply this context to contracting and service decisions. Experience working with systems and tools used to support contract or project tracking (e.g., SharePoint, Excel, Azure DevOps, or similar platforms). Experience working within government or a policy‑driven environment, with an understanding of legislation, compliance requirements, and standardized processes. Strong communication and writing skills, with the ability to clearly convey information, develop documentation, and work effectively with stakeholders across teams and functions. Application Requirements Complete all pre‑screen questions. Submit a cover letter outlining why you are applying to this role and how your experience relates to the qualifications. Provide a resume that includes dates (month and year) for all education and work experience. Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening. Assessment and Testing As part of the selection process, candidates may be required to complete written assessments, job‑related testing, or other evaluation components. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents or checks, as well as interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. 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 or accommodations during the recruitment process, please contact Baiju Jacob at . #J-18808-Ljbffr Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.ca/job/2pl43d