Certification Program Writer

Job Information
Job Title: Certification Program Writer 
Job Requisition ID: 86954
Ministry: Municipal Affairs
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: September 8, 2026
Classification: Program Services 1 / (021PSA) 
Salary: ​$2,366.06 to $3,079.52 bi-weekly ($61,754 to $80,375 / 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.
The Ministry of Municipal Affairs assists municipalities in providing well-managed, collaborative, and accountable local government to Albertans. Our main responsibilities are:

• Funding supports for municipalities.
• A system that strives to ensure appropriate safety standards for the construction and maintenance of buildings and equipment.
• Protections for new home buyers and required licensing for home builders.
• Province-wide support for access to public library services for Albertans.
• Management of about 2.6 million acres of public land in the province's three Special Areas.
• Independent review and decisions on local matters by the Land and Property Rights Tribunal.

To learn more about Municipal Affairs, follow the link to: https://www.alberta.ca/municipal-affairs.aspx.

Role Responsibilities

Working in the Alberta Firefighter Certification Program (AFCP) of the Community and Technical Support Branch, this position will provide services that include the development and maintenance of examination materials to support Alberta firefighter certifications. This position is also responsible for supporting AFCP operations, communications with stakeholders, and the administration of the learning management system.

• Develop and maintain the AFCP learning management system (LMS)
• Draft and support the development and maintenance of materials for all AFCP evaluations
• Support the maintenance of the AFCP accreditation with ProBoard and IFSAC (and other accreditation or national organizations)
• Develop and maintain communications to support AFCP partners (e.g., departments, evaluators, instructors)
• Actively participate in quality assurance and continuous improvement activities

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.

• Creative Problem Solving: Focuses on continuous improvement and increases breadth of insight
• Drive for Results: Works to exceed goals and partners with others to achieve objectives
• Agility: Understands need for change and manages own emotions. When working with a variety of stakeholders, uses conflict resolution and communication skills to build consensus
• Build Collaborative Environment: Facilitates open communication and leverages team skills

Qualifications

Minimum Requirement Standard: Diploma related to technical writing, education, or adult education; or equivalent experience as described below.

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

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; OR
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education
  

Assets:

• Experience in administration and managing of learning management systems and/or online examination systems.
• Experience in writing, evaluation and analysis.
• Knowledge of adult education and evaluation principles.

Skills:

• A high degree of attention to details (focus).
• Strong communication skills (both oral and written).
• Experience working on education/assessment materials, particularly those designed for job-related training or professional certification.
• Basic project management skills to enable the position to plan, prioritize and manage assigned tasks.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative and to work both independently and as part of a team.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.

Notes

Term of Employment: Permanent

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week

Location: Edmonton

Cover Letter: Please provide a cover letter outlining your skills, knowledge and experience as they relate to the role.

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 for a job online. Please see Job Application Resources for information. 
In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.
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 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. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.
If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Dana Polutnik at Dana.Polutnik@gov.ab.ca.