Job InformationJob Title: Application & Systems Analyst Job Requisition ID: 85165Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency ServicesLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekPermanent/Temporary: PermanentScope: OPENClosing Date: July 8, 2026Classification: Program Services 2 (022PSA)Salary: $2,562.61 to $3,361.54 bi-weekly ($66,884 to $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. 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: Public Safety & Emergency Services.Role Responsibilities Reporting to the Applications and Systems Team Lead, the Applications and Systems Analyst supports the Alberta Emergency Management Agency's (AEMA) Public Alerting, Communications, and Technology (PACT) team by managing critical systems and tools vital for public safety and emergency response. This role is centered around maintaining, enhancing, and supporting the Alberta Emergency Alert (AEA) system and the Incident Information Management System (IIMS), both of which are essential for issuing life-saving alerts, coordinating emergency responses, and supporting situational awareness during incidents across Alberta.Located within the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (PECC), the Analyst ensures the operational integrity of these systems, ensuring they are reliable, user-friendly, and aligned with provincial emergency management strategies. By collaborating with internal and external stakeholders --including telecommunications providers, emergency response agencies, and municipalities --the Analyst helps facilitate effective system use, providing training, resources, and technical expertise to users in both routine and emergency scenarios.Responsibilities Include: 

System Maintenance and Support User Support and Training Stakeholder Engagement Continuous Improvement and System Enhancements Data and Reporting

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for 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.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:  https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Build Collaborative Environments: Works in an open honest manner with colleagues.  Creates sharing opportunities.  Actively shares, accepts, and listens to others.  Recognizes conflict, respects, and discusses opinions openly.  Supports group even to learn from mistakes. Recognizes differing interpretations. Agility: Identifies and manages required change and the associated risks.  Identifies alternative approaches and supports others to do the same.  Proactively explains impact of changes. Anticipates and mitigates emotions of others.  Anticipates obstacles and stays focused on goals.  Makes decisions and takes action in uncertain situations and creates a backup plan. Creative Problem Solving: Is open to new ideas and breaks problems down to identify solutions.  Breaks down problems into small parts.  Constructively questions and challenges the norm.  Open to other’s perspectives and aware of own.  Contributes ideas for improving processes and adapts existing practice to address problems. Develop Networks: Maintains collegial internal relationships and understands external network.  Seeks to understand perspectives and needs of others.  Follows through, has integrity and respect for others.  Helps and follows through.  Keeps key stakeholders informed; is professional and respectful. Qualifications Required:  University degree in a related field such as Information Technology or Emergency Management, no experience required, 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 educationFor Example: 

Related 1 year certificate PLUS a minimum 3 years of experience Related 2-year diploma PLUS a minimum 2 years of experience Related minimum 4 years of experience 

The successful candidate MUST also have : 

Familiarity with emergency management frameworks, such as the Incident Command System (ICS) Experience with public alerting systems, incident management software, or enterprise applications Proficiency in IT troubleshooting, system administration, or user support Understanding of FOIP and cybersecurity protocols

Assets : 

Experience with Microsoft Power BI for report generation and dashboard design Experience with ESRI ArcGIS, specifically in creating ESRI Experience Builder apps

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.Notes Term of Employment: Permanent Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekLocation: EdmontonFinal candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.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 the GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca Positive workplace culture and work-life balance Leadership and mentorship programs How To ApplyApplicants 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 visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, 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)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis 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.