Business Analyst

Job Information
 Job Title: Business Analyst
 Job Requisition ID: 86666
 Ministry: Technology and Innovation
 Location: Edmonton
 Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
 Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
 Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
 Scope: Open Competition
 Closing Date: August 24, 2026
 Classification: Program Services 2 (022PSA)
 Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 bi-weekly ($66,884 - $87,736/year)

The Alberta Public Service works to build a stronger province for current and future generations. We make a difference in the lives of Albertans through rewarding and diverse career opportunities. For more information, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/about-the-alberta-public-service

Technology and Innovation is responsible for making innovation and technology the driving force behind Alberta’s economic growth and diversification. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.
The Innovation, Privacy and Stewardship (IPS) Division is accountable for the Alberta Technology and Innovation Strategy; the protection of personal information and guidance around the ethical use of data; and the governance of Alberta Innovates and the Alberta Enterprise Corporation. The division also advances the strategies and policies related to the delivery of data, content management, technology, and privacy related programs and services. To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/technology-and-innovation.
Within the IPS division, the Enterprise Strategic Operations (ESO) Branch is accountable for enterprise IT reporting, project management, and IMT communications, training, and outreach. This includes enterprise services to promote the Ministry’s services and resources across the Government of Alberta (GoA), supporting the adoption of technology and innovation to deliver better, faster, and smarter services.
The Business Analysis team within the Project Services Unit supports Government of Alberta technology and service delivery initiatives by helping business areas define needs, document requirements, analyze processes, and evaluate solution options. The team works collaboratively with project teams, technical partners, and ministry stakeholders to improve clarity, reduce delivery risk, and support practical, user-focused outcomes.

Role Responsibilities

The ESO branch is looking for a Business Analyst (BA). Reporting to the Manager, Business Analysis, this position is responsible for discovering, synthesizing, and analyzing information from a variety of sources, including tools, processes, documentation, and stakeholders.
The Business Analyst supports business analysis activities by planning, coordinating, documenting, and analyzing business needs, requirements, processes, and solution options. Working with project teams, stakeholders, and senior business analysis resources, this role helps ensure business needs are clearly understood, documented, and translated into practical requirements and project deliverables.
The responsibilities of this role include:
• Elicit, analyze, and document business requirements by engaging with stakeholders and identifying business needs.
• Translate business requirements into functional specifications, user stories, and solution requirements.
• Support business process analysis, workflow design, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery and operational efficiency.
• Develop business cases, evaluate solution options, and provide recommendations to support decision-making.
• Monitor and manage requirements throughout the project lifecycle to ensure alignment with business objectives and deliverables.
• Analyze data from multiple sources and prepare reports, dashboards, and insights to support business and operational needs.
• Participate in testing, implementation, and project support activities to ensure solutions meet business requirements and user expectations.
To be successful in this position, you will demonstrate:
• Strong written, oral and interpersonal communication skills.
• Critical thinking and problem-solving ability. 
• Research and analytical skills.
The Job Description is provided for Further details on 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.

Qualifications

Requirements:
• A university degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Information Technology, Computer Science), supplemented by at least one (1) year of related experience; or equivalent as described below.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience in:
o Business analysis methodologies, requirements documentation, process mapping, user stories, testing support, and stakeholder engagement.
o Statistical analysis techniques and/or tools.
• Experience using AI-enabled productivity or analysis tools to support business analysis activities.
• Knowledge of project management tools, processes and procedures.
• Basic understanding of IMT standards, policies and best practices.
• A cover letter clearly demonstrating relevant skills and competencies tailored to this position.
Equivalencies:
• A related two-year diploma and a minimum of three (3) years of related experience; or
• A related one-year certificate and a minimum of four (4) years of related experience; or
• A minimum of five (5) years of related experience in lieu of formal education.
Assets:
• ECBA (Entry Certificate in Business Analysis)
• CCBA (Certification of Capability in Business Analysis)
• CBAP (Certified Business Analysis Professional)
Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent, Full-time position

Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday
Location: Edmonton
Final candidates may be required to undergo a security screening.
Applicants are required to provide a cover letter summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. 
Additional Information:
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).
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 we have to offer:
• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) 
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information 
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool 
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance. 

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 see  Job Application Resources 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) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information.
It is also 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 an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Michelle Elliott at Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca.