Executive Assistant

Job Information
Job Title: Executive Assistant 
Job Requisition ID: 88302
Ministry: Transportation and Economic Corridors
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: November 2, 2026
Classification: Executive Support 2
Salary: ​$2,347.26 to $3,142.57 bi-weekly ($61,263 - $82,021/year)

The Ministry of Transportation and Economic Corridors provides a safe and efficient transportation system to support Alberta’s economic, social and environmental vitality.

The department promotes a vital and diverse economy by:

• managing transportation safety
• supporting municipalities with public transportation and water/wastewater facilities
• expanding and enhancing a well-integrated transportation system and enabling market access
• preserving and developing the provincial highway network and water management infrastructure

To learn more about the Ministry of Transportation and Economic Corridors and what it has to offer, follow this link: Transportation and Economic Corridors | Alberta.ca.

Role Responsibilities

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and Planning, Grants and Engineering Services division.

In this role, you will lead and coordinate a wide range of administrative functions critical to the effective operation of the division, including managing executive correspondence, overseeing Action Requests, coordinating schedules and meetings, and ensuring seamless communication across senior leadership offices.

Reporting to the Director, Executive Operations, you will:

• Manage the COO’s calendar, coordinating complex schedules, prioritizing meeting requests, and arranging appointments with internal and external stakeholders.
• Coordinate preparation of meeting materials, agendas, briefing packages, and background research to support executive decision-making.
• Draft, edit, and proofread correspondence, briefing notes, and other documents on behalf of the Executive Office.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, approvals, and logistics, including itineraries, accommodations, transportation and related documentation.
• Monitor, track, and coordinate action requests, ensuring deadlines are met and issues are escalated appropriately.
• Provide expert administrative support and act as a key liaison between the COO Office and other executive offices across government, as well as external stakeholders and senior leadership teams.
• Process and monitor expenditures, invoices, expense claims, procurement transactions, and contract-related documentation in accordance with financial policies and procedures.
• Maintain records management systems, support continuous improvement initiatives, manage ATI requests and contribute to special projects that enhance office operations and efficiency.

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.

Agility – You can adapt quickly to changing landscape and priorities, foster agility in others, and create processes and opportunities that encourage proactive and flexible practices.

Drive for Results – You are able to hold true to principles and confront problems directly, taking steps to rectify problem situations.

Develop Self and Others – You have a commitment to lifelong learning and the desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of yourself and others.

Build Collaborative Environments – You can promote sharing of expertise among wide-ranging teams to achieve ministry outcomes.

Develop Networks – You have the ability to proactively build networks, connect with, and build trust in relationships with stakeholders and colleagues.

Systems Thinking – You are able to see both the big picture and the details. You are able to evaluate broad reaching impacts and use the knowledge to inform and process.

Creative Problem Solving – You have the ability to assess options and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solutions.

Qualifications

High School Diploma and four years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent as described below.

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

• 1 years of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year education

Requirements:

• Previous experience providing support to C-suite executives in a large/complex organization.

Assets:

• Exceptional organization and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and tight deadlines.Strong written communication skills, including drafting, editing, and proofreading executive-level correspondence and briefing materials.
• Proven ability to coordinate complex calendars, meetings, travel arrangements and stakeholder engagements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in managing records, financial processes and confidential information.
• Excellent relationship-building and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Sound judgment, discretion, and initiative in a fast-paced executive environment requiring professionalism and confidentiality.

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

Notes

A cover letter is required. In your cover letter, please provide information that clearly demonstrates how your qualifications meet the advertised requirements for this position.

Hours of work: 36.25 hours per week.

Office location: Twin Atria Building (4999 - 98 Ave, Edmonton, AB).

Final candidates will be required to undergo a criminal records check (CRC).

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 PSC.FTA@gov.ab.ca.