How to Apply

Each ministry is responsible for its own recruitment needs and has a Human Resource Office that hires employees on behalf of the Alberta Government.

Each job posting/advertisement is assigned a competition number and indicates the closing date for receiving applications.

A separate application must be submitted for each competition you are applying for and applications must be received on or before the closing date.

Online applications are preferred. An Apply Online button is found at the bottom of each online job posting/advertisement.

Each job posting/advertisement outlines the qualifications required to be successful in the job. Your resume should clearly indicate that you have the qualifications required in order for you to be considered for the job.

Ministries will occasionally accept unsolicited resumes for casual positions; however, jobs in the Alberta government are normally filled through competition.

We encourage you to apply on competitions that you are interested in, eligible for, and for which you feel qualified, through one of the following channels:

Apply online using the Apply Online button found at the bottom of each job posting/advertisement.

  • Complete the application information and attach your resume. Your application will be directed to the Alberta government ministry advertising the competition.
  • When you apply online, you will receive an e-mail the following business day confirming the receipt of your application provided you have entered a valid e-mail address.
  • More information on applying online is available on the Help to Apply Online screen on the employment application.

Mail or fax your application to the contact specified in the job advertisement.

If you have specific questions about the job, contact the ministry advertising the competition. Contact information can be found in each job advertisement or through the Contact Our HR Offices link on our website.

To learn more about each ministry or the work, visit the ministry's homepage. Ministry websites can be accessed via a link in each job advertisement or from the Government of Alberta site which provides a link to each ministry.

When you apply, please be sure to do the following:

  • Highlight in your resume why you are suited to that position paying particular attention to the qualifications outlined in the job advertisement.
  • Include the competition number on your cover letter or resume.
  • Provide the complete address and telephone numbers where you may be reached.
  • Submit a separate application for each competition you wish to apply on, unless otherwise stated in the ad.
  • Include a copy of your International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) assessment certificate if your educational credentials were obtained from outside of Canada.
  • Keep a record of the competition number as well as the ministry's address and phone number in case you have an inquiry later on.