Information & Engagement Specialist

Information & Engagement Specialist

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Posting Date: Jul 23, 2026

Location: Edmonton, AB

Company: Government of Alberta

Job Information
Job Title: Information & Engagement Specialist 
Job Requisition ID: 86020
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open
Closing Date: August 6, 2026
Classification: Program Services 3 / (023PSA)
Salary: ​$2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,612 to $100,485 / 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 Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA), under the authority of the Emergency Management Act, leads the coordination and co-operation of all organizations involved in emergencies and disasters. This includes emergency and disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. 

The Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) is accountable and responsible to the GoA, to Albertans, to their communities, and to industry for the protection of people, their property, and the environment from the effects of emergency events. Alberta relies on a decentralized “system” for managing the various types of emergency events that occur every year. The AEMA accomplishes its objectives by leading the co-ordination, collaboration and co-operation between all entities involved in prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities within this diverse system.

Our agency also works to ensure vital public services, such as government services and first responders, are available during a crisis. 

To learn more about Public Safety and Emergency Services, follow the link to: https://www.alberta.ca/public-safety-and-emergency-services.aspx. 

Role Responsibilities

Be the voice of emergency preparedness in Alberta. Lead public education, stakeholder engagement, and resilience initiatives that help communities prepare for emergencies.

About the Role:

As a senior preparedness specialist, you will lead public and partner engagement, public education, and outreach initiatives that strengthen emergency preparedness and disaster resilience across Alberta. You'll build strategic partnerships, deliver impactful learning programs, and serve as a trusted advocate for preparedness.

You will be responsible for:

• Acting as AEMA's lead spokesperson and subject matter expert on emergency preparedness and disaster resilience.
• Identify and champion partnership opportunities that expand organizational reach, strengthen public and partner relationships, and maximize impact.
• Developing and delivering training, presentations, workshops, and public awareness initiatives.
• Leading public and partner engagement strategies that build partnerships and expand program reach.
• Creating educational resources, e-learning products, and outreach materials for diverse audiences.
• Identifying and advancing innovative public education and community engagement opportunities.
• Conducting research, analyzing data, and recommending improvements to programs and engagement approaches.
• Leading projects, supporting strategic planning, and ensuring quality program delivery.
• Representing AEMA at conferences, community events, and stakeholder forums across Alberta.
  

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.

• Drive for Results: Works to exceed goals and partner with others to achieve objectives. Plans based on experience. Holds self and others responsible for results. Partners with groups to achieve outcomes. Aims to exceed expectations.
• Systems Thinking: Considers inter-relationships and emerging trends to attain goals. Seeks insight on implications of different options. Analyzes long-term outcomes, focus on goals and values. Identifies unintended consequences.
• Creative Problem Solving: Engages the community and resources at hand to address issues. Engages perspective to seek root causes. Finds ways to improve complex systems. Employs resources from other areas to solve problems. Engages others and encourages debate and idea generation to solve problems while addressing risks.

Qualifications

Required: University degree in field of study related to the position, PLUS 2 years related experience or equivalent as described
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
  
  • For Example:
    • Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 5 year of experience; OR
    • Related 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 4 years of experience; OR
    • Related minimum 6 years of experience

Must-Haves:

• Experience in public engagement and community engagement, including Indigenous, youth and/or newcomer communities.
• Experience developing and delivering public education or training programs.
• Strong public speaking, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans, frameworks, or systems to strengthen partnerships, support collaboration, and advance organization goals.
• Experience leading complex projects, strategies, or initiatives.
• Strong research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience applying inclusive and equitable engagement practices, using frameworks such as IAP2, DEI, and GBA+ to support meaningful participation and diverse perspectives.
• Experience working with municipalities, Indigenous communities, or emergency management partners.

Assets:

• Experience serving as a spokesperson or public-facing subject matter expert.
• Knowledge of emergency management, preparedness, or disaster resilience.
• Experience developing e-learning, digital content, or educational resources.
• Experience creating communications and public awareness materials and/or campaigns.
• Knowledge of Alberta's emergency management environment.
• Experience using data and evaluation methods to measure program effectiveness.
• Experience leading or coordinating the work of others.
• Awareness of emerging trends and best practices in public and community engagement, including inclusive and equitable engagement approaches.

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: 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.

Written Assessments: Candidates may be required to complete a written assessment to further evaluate their skills, knowledge, and experience related 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 Resoures 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.

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