Senior Data Analyst in Edmonton

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.

Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors (TEC) serve as a North American leader in transportation systems, contributing to Alberta’s prosperity through safe, innovative, and sustainable infrastructure. TEC offers a rewarding environment with growth opportunities, work-life balance, and the chance to make an impact on Alberta’s transportation network.

Role Responsibilities

• Leads complex data analysis using advanced statistical methods to identify traffic safety trends, investigate contributing factors, and develop actionable insights.
• Interprets data to inform policy recommendations and strategic decisions, communicating findings through effective data visualization and storytelling to senior leadership, government officials, and external stakeholders.
• Collaborates with peers and Technology and Innovation to develop and maintain reporting systems, interactive dashboards, and data visualizations that support performance measurement, program evaluation, and decision-making.
• Applies advanced analytical techniques, including predictive modelling, machine learning, and statistical methods, to forecast trends, assess risks, and develop data-driven recommendations.
• Leads the implementation of data governance frameworks and standards to ensure data accuracy, consistency, security, and privacy across government systems.
• Provides data-driven insights and expert analytical support to inform policy development, regulatory decisions, strategic initiatives, and system modernization related to traffic safety.

Competencies

• Systems Thinking - Leads and influences the development of a data governance framework in conjunction with Technology and Innovation.
• Creative Problem Solving - Develops compelling insights and recommendations through creative storytelling and data visuals that meet the needs of non-technical senior leaders.
• Develop Network - Actively engages with provincial, federal colleagues to support the goals of the division.
• Develop Self and Others - Takes a lifelong learning approach to data analysis and learns new techniques and data analysis software as it becomes available.

Qualifications Requirements:

• University graduation in a related field such as Science, Engineering, Business Analytics etc. plus 4 years progressively responsible related experience.
• Expertise in statistical modelling, regression analysis, time-series forecasting, clustering, and multivariate analysis to identify trends and generate actionable insights.
• Proficiency in applying machine learning algorithms and advanced analytical techniques, including supervised and unsupervised learning, to solve complex business problems.
• Strong knowledge of data management principles, including data governance, metadata management, and integration of data from diverse sources, including databases and APIs.
• Proficiency in data visualization and business intelligence tools, such as Power BI and Tableau, to develop interactive dashboards and comprehensive reports.
• Strong understanding of business intelligence, performance measurement frameworks, and decision-support systems.
• Comprehensive knowledge of data governance frameworks and best practices, ensuring data privacy, security, integrity, and compliance with applicable legislation.
• Strong experience in data quality management, including data cleansing, validation, monitoring, and maintaining data integrity.
• Proven ability to lead complex data projects from initiation to completion, ensuring quality, timely delivery, and alignment with organizational objectives.
• Strong project management capabilities, including coordinating resources, timelines, and deliverables across multiple teams and departments.
• Expertise in SQL for querying, analysing, and manipulating large datasets from relational databases.
• Proficiency in programming languages for data analysis, such as Python, R, and SAS, and statistical software, including SPSS and Stata.

Term of Employment: Temporary until March 31, 2028, Full-time position. Hours of Work: 7.25 hours daily / 36.25 weekly – Monday to Friday. Location: Edmonton.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate.

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.