How to Become a Part of Our Team
Each ministry is responsible for its own recruitment needs and has a Human Resource Office that receives and reviews resumes and hires employees on behalf of the Alberta Government. You must submit your resume for each specific competition (job advertisement) that you are interested in applying for. On-line applications are preferred. Ministries will occasionally accept unsolicited resumes for casual positions; however, jobs in the Alberta Government are normally filled through competition.
Employment opportunities are advertised in several ways:
- on this website
- in local or national newspapers
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on the Alberta Government Employment Telephone Line
(310-0000 then (780) 427-7640 within Alberta or 1-800-696-6427 outside of Alberta, or for the hearing impaired call 427-9999 in Edmonton or 1-800-232-7215 from other locations)
Eligibility to Apply
In order to apply for our jobs, you must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or eligible for temporary work in Canada.
Our job opportunities are advertised as either "open" or "limited" competitions.
Open Competitions are available to the general public and current Alberta public service employees.
Limited Competitions are available to employees currently appointed to positions within the Alberta public service. Wage staff (i.e. casual and 2850 hour staff) are not eligible for Limited Competitions; however, are encouraged to apply on open competitions.
How to Apply
Each competition 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.
Each job 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.
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" link found at the bottom of the job advertisement. Online applications are preferred.
- Complete the application information and attach your resume. Your application will be directed to the Alberta government ministry advertising the competition.
- Within 24 hours after applying online, you will receive an e-mail 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.
If you do not have access to email, you may 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 website 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.
After You Apply
If you have specific questions about the competition you applied on, please contact the ministry advertising the competition. Contact information can be found at the bottom of each advertisement or through the Contact our HR Offices listing.
Competition Status - View the status of a competition you applied on by clicking on Competition Status.
Screening Applicants - After the closing date, resumes are screened. The most qualified candidates are invited for an interview.
The Selection Panel - The interviews are usually handled by a selection panel of two to three members which may include:
- the supervisor of the position
- a human resource professional
- the manager or director of the program area
- a technical expert
Out-of-town or province applicants may be interviewed initially by telephone. If an in-person interview is required, it is up to the ministry to decide whether interview expenses will be paid. This is done on a case-by-case basis taking into consideration a variety of factors. Relocation assistance may be available depending on the situation. A return service commitment is normally required from individuals who receive relocation assistance.
Selection of the Successful Candidate - During the interview process, each candidate is assessed on their education, experience, knowledge, skills/abilities and personal suitability. Other factors include reference checks and security screening. After all factors are taken into consideration, the most suitable candidate is selected for the position.
