Senior Economist

Job Information
Job Title: Senior Economist
Job Requisition ID: 88053
Ministry: Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full-Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Permanent
Scope: Open

Closing Date: October 15, 2026

Classification: Program Services 4
Salary: $3,148.2 to $4,126.82 bi-weekly ($82,168.02 - $107,710.00/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.

Leading efforts to grow Alberta’s economy by supporting entrepreneurs and employers, promoting trade and investment, helping recruit and retain domestic and foreign workers and promoting safe, fair and healthy workplaces.

The ministry has the following responsibilities:

• Jobs: helping address employment needs, establishing and enforcing Alberta’s employment standards and the laws governing the health and safety of Alberta’s workplaces, as well as establishing fair and transparent governance practices for regulated professions and designated occupations or trades.
• Workforce development: ensuring Albertans have the skills to succeed in the workplace and employers have access to the talent they need.
• Economy: supporting Alberta entrepreneurs, businesses and communities to drive growth and job creation.
• Regional economic development: delivering tailored services that respond to the distinct economic priorities of Alberta’s regions while strategically leveraging their strengths and emerging regional opportunities.
• Trade and investment: attracting investment, promoting trade and supporting Alberta businesses’ abilities to access new markets, with a focus on defence, manufacturing and other key sectors.
• Immigration: attracting international talent to address labour market gaps, providing credential recognition services and enhancing access to settlement services to support full participation in Alberta’s economy and society.

Please review Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration to learn more and what it has to offer.

Role Responsibilities

The Ministry of Jobs, Economy and Trade is seeking a Senior Economist to lead advanced economic research, analysis, and modelling that supports strategic decision-making across government. In this role, you will provide expert advice on Alberta's economy, competitiveness, investment climate, and economic development opportunities, helping to inform policies and initiatives that support economic growth and prosperity.

Working on high-profile and complex issues, you will lead economic impact studies, econometric modelling, financial analysis, business case assessments, and environmental scans. You will collaborate with senior leaders, policy experts, and stakeholders across government to deliver evidence-based recommendations that support policy, program, and investment decisions.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced economist looking to apply their expertise to meaningful work that has a direct impact on Alberta's economic future.

As the Senior Economist, you will:

• Lead complex economic research, analysis, and modeling projects to support strategic decision-making, policy development, and economic growth initiatives.
• Conduct current-state, economic impact, financial, and competitiveness analyses to identify opportunities, risks, and trends affecting Alberta’s economy.
• Conduct quantitative and qualitative economic analysis to support information requests, briefing materials, action requests, and policy development.
• Develop and apply advanced economic and econometric models, research frameworks, and analytical approaches to evaluate policy options and inform recommendations.
• Translate complex economic data into clear, actionable insights and provide briefings, reports, and recommendations to executives and stakeholders.
• Provide expert advise on economic, industry, investment, and competitiveness issues, including the interpretation and application of economic data and research findings.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across government, industry, and research organizations to support initiatives, and advance evidence-based decision-making.

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.

Systems Thinking:

• Analyzes complex economic issues, trends, and data to identify risks, opportunities, and long-term impacts.
• Applies evidence-based analysis to support strategic decision-making and policy development.

Agility:

• Adapts to changing priorities and emerging economic issues in a dynamic environment.
• Use sound judgment to navigate ambiguity and develop practical solutions to complex challenges.

 

Drive for Results

• Leads complex research and analysis projects while managing competing priorities and timelines.
• Delivers high-quality, accurate, and actionable recommendations to support government decision-making.

 

Build Collaborative Environments

• Builds strong relationships with stakeholders across government, industry, and research organizations.
• Communicates complex economic concepts and findings effectively to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications

University graduation in a related field plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience; or equivalent 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

Requirements:

• Graduate degree in Economics, Econometrics, Statistics, or a related field.
• Experience conducting economic research, analysis, and modelling to support decision-making.
• Experience interpreting complex economic data and communicating findings to diverse audiences.
• Knowledge of economic trends and factors influencing Alberta, Canadian, and global economics.

 

Assets:

• Experience leading complex economic studies or research initiatives.
• Experience developing and applying economic impact, econometric, or forecasting models.
• Experience working with Statistics Canada data and large datasets.
• Knowledge of competitiveness, trade, investment attraction, or economic development issues.

 

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

Notes

This is a full-time permanent position working 36.25 hours per week in downtown Edmonton.

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 online. Please see Job Application Resources for more 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 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 Sam Thomas Mathew at Sam.Thomasmathew@gov.ab.ca.