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Regulation & Policy Advisor - BC or AB - 19122
Edmonton, AB T5B 1T1 CA | Work from home flexibility TELECOMMUTE CA
Job Description
The College of Chiropractors of Alberta regulates the chiropractic profession to ensure the delivery of safe, ethical, and high-quality care. They establish standards of practice, oversee professional conduct, and support public education to protect and serve Albertans.
The College of Chiropractors of Alberta is dedicated to fostering a positive and inclusive workplace, recognizing that their people are their greatest asset. They value integrity, relationships, justice, learning, and communication, celebrating contributions and empowering their team to excel. Through year-round team-building activities, they prioritize a strong, healthy culture that welcomes diversity and supports professional growth.
As the Regulation & Policy Advisor, you will lead the development, integration, review, and revision of policies, procedures, directives, and supporting documents, ensuring alignment with strategic and regulatory initiatives. Your responsibilities include advancing professional conduct and public education programs, preparing briefing materials, conducting research, producing reports, and implementing quality improvement strategies for the chiropractic profession. You will also develop and oversee professional practice policies related to standards of practice, ethics, conduct, and legislative requirements. This candidate must live in British Columbia or Alberta.
Regulation & Policy Advisor responsibilities:
- Provide expert guidance on regulatory policies, standards of practice, and relevant legislation to ensure compliance and support informed decision-making.
- Coordinate stakeholder consultations and facilitate updates to standards and regulatory frameworks while ensuring fairness and accountability.
- Analyze gaps, recommend policy improvements, and adapt to legislative and regulatory changes impacting the organization and the profession.
- Conduct research to inform policy development and ensure alignment with the College’s mission, vision, and values.
- Maintain expertise in legislation and regulations governing chiropractic practice and the College's administration.
- Maintain and update conduct communication materials, web content, and the College complaints processing manual to ensure clarity and accuracy.
- Develop and implement a risk management tool to enhance decision-making and forecasting.
- Lead key strategic projects, including quality initiatives, professional development, and policy development.
- Support diversity, inclusion, and digital transformation initiatives, including maintaining the conduct drive structure and managing information distribution.
- Compile statistical reports and ensure accuracy and integrity in all processes.
- Uphold the College's mission, vision, and values with professionalism and discretion.
- Demonstrate strong critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
- Work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a small, relationship-driven organization.
- Exhibit discipline, ethical conduct, and sound judgment in all interactions and tasks.
- A relevant degree; and/or an equivalent combination of experience/coursework.
- Minimum one year of project planning experience, including exceptional organizational skills, ensuring adherence to timelines and deliverables is required
- A minimum of two years of strong research, analytical skills and policy development and implementation experience.
- An ability to understand, interpret and apply legislation.
- An understanding of and previous experience with the Health Professions Act would be considered an asset.
- A quality improvement background as well as education and training in change management would be considered an asset.
- Previous policy experience in regulation of health or other professions would be considered an asset
- Strong research skills, being able to review and analyze data in an objective manner and present the findings and recommend action plan based on the information analysis.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal,
- Strong written and verbal skills in English, read and write English fluently.
- Tech savvy, including strong working knowledge of MS Suite, CRM file management and virtual meeting platforms
- The discussed salary range is $72,000-$85,000 depending on experience
- Candidates with additional experience and higher compensation expectations may also be considered
- Hybrid, or full remote work model, and flexible schedule options
- Opportunities for professional development
- 100% employer paid competitive health and dental package and Employee Assistance Program
- RRSP contribution program (after one year)
- Three weeks’ vacation
- Extremely generous extra time off
- Regular social events & snack program
- Free parking onsite
- Pet friendly office
Meet Your Recruiter
Patti Babyn
RPR, Senior Recruitment Consultant
HR & Senior Office Personnel
Specializing in Human Resources, Executive Assistant, and Senior Office Personnel placements across Canada, Patti has over 15 years of national and global recruitment experience. She brings a wealth of expertise in interviewing, placement and collaboration, giving her clients the benefit of impeccable matches. She was also a business owner and managed a sales team for nine years, so she brings practical insights that drive success for her clients.
Patti’s thoughtful questions probe deep into the needs of each client, allowing her to pinpoint the best talent for the role from her vast network of qualified candidates. She is equally enthusiastic with candidates. Knowing that what she does changes lives, she provides insightful advice. With a heartfelt commitment to helping others, she situates candidates in positions where they will succeed. She has a degree and background in social work, where she honed keen communication and assessment skills. Passionate about cultivating long-lasting relationships with both clients and candidates, she is an ongoing resource for those she partners with.
Patti is a wife and mother, and outside of the office enjoys camping, hiking, cycling and volunteering. She is also a part-time makeup artist and takes pride in helping woman look and feel their best!
