Business Reporting Analyst

Job Information

Job Requisition ID: 85248

Ministry: Alberta Justice

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours of Work: 36.25 hours/week

Permanent/Temporary: Permanent

Scope: Open

Closing Date: July 3, 2026

Classification: Program Services 4

Salary: $3,148.20 to $4,126.82 bi-weekly ($82,168 - $107,710 per year)

The Ministry of Justice works to ensure a fair and accessible justice system for all Albertans where the rule of law is upheld, and government undertakings are administered according to law. In collaboration with the judiciary, law enforcement, public safety, and health, the ministry provides programs and services that ensure access to justice and support the needs of Albertans involved in the justice system. Follow this link to find out more about our department

The Strategy, Support and Integrated Initiatives (SSII) Division provides strategic and integrated support for Justice services and ministry priorities. Within SSII, the Modernization, IMT and Research (MIR) Branch delivers data, reporting, research, evaluation, and performance measurement services to support evidence-informed decision-making, accountability, and continuous improvement across the justice system.

The Reporting, Research and Evaluation (RRE) unit provides operational and strategic reporting, business intelligence, research, evaluation, performance measurement, statistical analysis, and information products that support program management, policy development, and service improvement. The unit also contributes to the development and enhancement of data and reporting systems to improve access to reliable and actionable information.

Role Responsibilities

Reporting to the Manager, Business & Strategic Reporting within the Modernization, IMT & Research branch, the Business Reporting Analyst is responsible for designing, developing, implementing, and supporting data products and solutions to meet departmental decision-making needs.

You will design and develop reporting and analytical products using data visualization and statistical analysis techniques to support operational and strategic decision-making. You will also contribute to the development and enhancement of business intelligence systems using your knowledge of data warehousing and business analysis concepts.

This role includes a research and analytical component, requiring the ability to extract relevant information through effective engagement with business areas, strong knowledge of legacy systems, and a high degree of attention to detail. A spirit of curiosity and innovation is valued, with opportunities to explore new methods and tools to solve complex issues.

Core accountabilities of the positions include:

Designing, developing and maintaining dashboards, reports, and other business intelligence products to support operational, strategic, and policy decision-making.

Engaging with stakeholders to identify reporting, analytics, and performance measurement requirements, translating business needs into effective data products and solutions.

Collecting, preparing, validating, and analyzing data from multiple sources to support reporting, performance measurement, research, and evaluation activities.

Applying statistical, analytical, and data visualization techniques to identify trends, generate insights, and address complex business questions.

Querying data, aggregating results, and developing reports to respond to ad hoc requests involving sensitive and high-impact information.

Supporting the development and maintenance of data governance practices, business rules, reporting standards, and documentation to ensure data quality, consistency, and reliability.

Contributing to the enhancement of business intelligence systems, reporting processes, and analytical capabilities through continuous improvement, innovation, and user support.

If this sounds like a position you would thrive in, we encourage you to apply!

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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:

The following competencies will support your success in this role:

Systems Thinking: Applies a broad, strategic perspective to analyze data and program outcomes, considering interrelationships, emerging trends, and long-term impacts. Evaluates the implications of different options and identifies potential risks or unintended consequences to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement. Accurately analyze, identify and define Ministry initiatives and priorities to ensure alignment with larger government strategies.

Agility: Demonstrates adaptability in a dynamic environment by proactively identifying opportunities to improve processes, adjusting to evolving priorities, and maintaining a calm, solution-focused approach while working creatively within established guidelines.

Creative Problem Solving: Using analytical thinking and curiosity to understand complex data and reporting challenges, asking thoughtful questions, exploring new approaches, and leveraging diverse data sources to identify insights and improve reporting processes and program outcomes.

Drive for Results: Delivers high-quality outcomes by leading effective discussions with system partners, synthesizing complex information from diverse sources, and applying strong analytical and statistical expertise to develop practical, evidence-based solutions.

Qualifications

Requirements:

University degree in a related field (e.g., Social Sciences, Mathematics, Statistics)

Minimum 4 years of progressively responsible related experience in data analysis and reporting.

Assets:

Experience using business intelligence, data visualization, querying, and analytical tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL, R, Python, SSRS, Excel, VBA).

Experience developing reports, dashboards, performance measures, or analytical products to support operational and strategic decision-making.

Experience applying statistical and analytical techniques to identify trends, generate insights, and support evidence-informed decision making.

Experience communicating complex, technical, or sensitive information to diverse audiences and building collaborative relationships with stakeholders.

Experience working with justice system data and/or complex, multi-source datasets.

Equivalencies will be considered based on one-year experience for one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

Examples:

A related 2-year related diploma and 6 years of related experience.

A related 2-year master's and 2 years of related experience.

A related 1-year certificate and 7 years related experience.

No post secondary education and a minimum of 8 years related experience.

Please outline how your qualifications relate to the role in your cover letter. Providing a cover letter is strongly encouraged as your written skills will be evaluated through your cover letter.

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

Notes

Full time permanent position located in Edmonton at Oxbridge Place.

Hours of work: 7.25 hours per day / 36.25 hours per week (Monday – Friday).

The successful candidate 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.

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Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

Leadership and mentorship programs.

Instructions for your Resume:

For Employment Experience:

Please indicate duration of employment (month, year).

Please specify employment status (i.e., casual, part-time or full-time).

Example – Research Analyst, January 2013 to June 2017, Part Time (three, 8 hour shifts/week)

For Post-Secondary Education:

Please specify your major and length of program.

Please specify the year you graduated.

Example – Bachelor of Science, 4-year Degree (Graduated 2017).

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.

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 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. 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 Krista Lammie at Krista.Lammie@gov.ab.ca.