Strategic Planning Analyst IV - Manager Enterprise Risk Management Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 56143)

Description

The Manager, Enterprise Risk Management serves as the corporate technical authority for enterprise risk management, strategic risk assessment, and organizational resilience across the Edmonton Police Service. The position leads to the development and continuous improvement of organization-wide risk management frameworks, methodologies, governance processes, and reporting systems that influence organizational priorities, strategic investments, operational decisions, governance reporting, and long-term organizational sustainability. This role requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent communication skills, and the ability to translate complex information into clear, actionable recommendations

Responsibilities will include:

• Acts as the corporate lead and subject matter expert for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) across EPS.
• Develops, implements, and continuously improves enterprise-wide risk management frameworks, methodologies, policies, and governance processes.
• Integrates risk management into organizational strategy, business planning, budgeting, performance management, and major transformation initiatives.
• Identifies, assesses, monitors, and reports strategic, operational, financial, compliance, and emerging risks across the organization.
• Provides expert advice and recommendations to executive leadership on risk exposure, organizational resilience, and strategic decision-making.
• Leads enterprise and branch-level risk assessments, risk workshops, and the maintenance of risk registers.
• Analyzes risk information to identify trends, emerging threats, opportunities, and areas requiring leadership attention.
• Develops risk dashboards, scorecards, and reporting tools to support executive and governance oversight.
• Prepares and presents enterprise risk reports, including the Corporate Risk Profile, for Chief's Committee and the Edmonton Police Commission.
• Ensures accountability for risk mitigation through ongoing monitoring, follow-up, and reporting on management action plans.
• Conducts environmental scanning, research, and analysis of emerging risks and industry trends impacting policing and public sector organizations.
• Leads risk assessments and provides risk advisory services for major corporate projects and strategic initiatives.
• Develops and manages the organization's fraud risk management program, including awareness, prevention, assessment, and control improvement activities.
• Facilitates enterprise-level discussions regarding organizational priorities, strategic risks, emerging issues, and future opportunities.
• Provides risk-informed recommendations influencing governance decisions, resource allocation, strategic investments, and operational priorities.
• Collaborates with executive leadership, governance bodies, the City of Edmonton, external agencies, and stakeholders on risk-related matters.
• Develops policies, frameworks, tools, and governance approaches where limited organizational precedent exists.
• Provides training, guidance, coaching, and capacity-building to leaders and employees on risk management principles and best practices.
• Supports enterprise-wide strategic planning processes by aligning risk management with organizational objectives and performance outcomes.
• Leads complex, cross-functional initiatives requiring a high degree of independence, judgment, influence, and strategic thinking.
• Monitors organizational changes and major initiatives to ensure risks are proactively identified, assessed, and managed.
• Promotes a culture of risk awareness, accountability, and informed decision-making throughout the organization.

• Contributes to the long-term sustainability, resilience, and effectiveness of EPS through proactive risk management and governance practices.

   

Qualifications

• University graduation in Risk Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Finance, Accounting, or a discipline as required by area of specialization.
• Professional accreditation in risk management would be considered an asset (e.g., Certification in Risk Management Assurance (CRMA), Canadian Risk Management Designation, etc.).
• Minimum 9 years of progressively responsible experience in enterprise risk management, strategic planning, governance, performance management, public-sector consulting, organizational development, or a related discipline including four (4) years of supervisory experience
• Knowledge of COSO or ISO risk management frameworks.
• Extensive experience working with executive leadership, governance bodies, and influencing strategic decision-making.
• Proven ability to lead enterprise-wide initiatives, complex projects, and cross-functional teams.
• Experience in enterprise risk management, strategic planning, performance measurement, or related analytical functions.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, sound judgment, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• High degree of professionalism, integrity, and ability to handle confidential matters.

Hours of Work: 33.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday. Hours of work may be subject to the terms and conditions of a variable hours of work program.

Salary Range: 21M, Salary Grade: 056, $57.72 - $82.45 (Hourly); $3,896.20 - $5,566.00 (Bi-Weekly); $101,691.73 - $145,272.14 (Annually).  The rates quoted are in accordance with a collective agreement between the Union and the City of Edmonton.

General:

• The City of Edmonton thank applicants for their interest in this opportunity. Candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
• We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
• Include a current resume and cover letter with your online application.
• The successful candidate of this position may be able to participate in the EPS Work from Home Program based on supervisor approval.
• Applicants may be tested. 
• As part of your pre-hire screening, you will be required to complete an Enhanced Security Clearance. Should you accept employment with the Edmonton Police Service you acknowledge and agree to participate in future Enhanced Security Re-Clearances at scheduled intervals or in any other circumstances, exigent or otherwise as required by Human Resources Division.

Applicants who have completed post-secondary education outside of Canada are encouraged to obtain an assessment of their credentials through the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS), https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx or another recognized Canadian credential evaluation service. For a list of designated evaluators, please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada, https://canalliance.org/en/default.html. Including an IQAS certificate or other credential assessment certificate from a recognized Canadian credential evaluation service with your application is recommended to support the evaluation of the applicant's qualifications.

The Province of Alberta is a party to the Federal Agreement on Internal Trade, the Trade, Investment and Labour Mobility with British Columbia and the New West Partnership Trade Agreement with British Columbia and Saskatchewan.  All of these agreements promote labour mobility between the Provinces.  Applicants may obtain information regarding recognition of extra provincial credentials at www.newwestpartnershiptrade.ca.

Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
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Classification Title: Strategic Planning Analyst IV
Posting Date: Sep 25, 2026
Closing Date: Oct 16, 2026 11:59:00 (MST)
Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Permanent Full-time
Union: CSU 52
Department: Edmonton Police Service
Work Location(s): TD Tower, 10088 102 Avenue NW Edmonton T5J 2Z1

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