Threat Assessor Understudy

Job Information
Job Title: Threat Assessor Understudy 
Job Requisition ID: 65475
Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent 
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: January 30, 2025
Classification: Human Relations Level 2 (512HRA) 
Salary: $2,672.68 to $3,665.11 bi-weekly ($69,756 - $95,659/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/diversity-inclusion-policy.aspx

The Integrated Threat and Risk Assessment Centre (ITRAC) assesses threats and develops risk reduction plans for domestic violence and stalking cases in Alberta, as well as provides expert advice and training about threat assessment, domestic violence, and stalking to police, government and other stakeholders throughout the province.

Role Responsibilities

The Integrated Threat and Risk Assessment Centre is looking for a knowledgeable, proactive, and collaborative individual to join our team. If you want a challenging, unique and rewarding career, where you will play an essential role in reducing acts of domestic violence and increasing victim safety, consider joining the ITRAC team as a Threat Assessor Understudy today!

Reporting to the Program Coordinator, and under the mentorship of the Understudy training team you will be provided with the tools, learning and guidance required to provide expertise and support in the area of threat and risk assessment to police agencies, corrections entities, Crowns, The Judiciary, Children’s Services, victims programs, and other stakeholders in Alberta. 

Working alongside police and civilian threat assessors, you will work to acquire the necessary skills, knowledge and operational expertise to conduct independent threat assessment using structured analytical techniques to assist in the formulation of expert opinion and development of case management plans and risk mitigation recommendations for stakeholders. Your key responsibilities will also include, but are not limited to:
 

• Actively engaging in the ITRAC Understudy Certification Training Program toward Certifying as a threat assessor, typically 18-24 months in length. 
• Engaging in training, conferences, workshops, and courses to develop and maintain expertise in threat assessment techniques.
• Reviewing a high volume of documentation and information, as well as conducting thorough data mining, to ensure robust and complete assessments.
• Providing expert recommendations through professional, concise, well-articulated, and defensible reports.
• Conducting objective, thorough, and timely threat and risk assessments by identifying potential victims, risk, and risk mitigation strategies including safety plans and intervention opportunities.
• Preparing and presenting expert opinion testimony, related to threat assessment and domestic violence, in court, as required.
• Supporting fellow Threat Assessor Understudies in the program by participating in group discussions, mock court defenses, etc.

As the successful candidate, you will have excellent knowledge of domestic violence, law enforcement, criminal justice, and court and government agency processes. You will also be familiar with legislation such as the Criminal Code of Canada, FOIPP, PIPA, Privacy Act, etc. 

Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to accept and integrate feedback, are essential for this role in order to author comprehensive and well-written reports, present recommendations to stakeholders and in court, and ultimately certify as a Threat Assessor. You will use your drive for continual self-improvement to develop yourself and others in current and developing threat assessment techniques. You will also have excellent critical-thinking, use of judgement, and problem-solving skills.

Prospective candidates should note that upon successful completion of the ITRAC Threat Assessor Understudy Program (including passing the Certification examination), it is expected that the Understudy will transition directly into a Threat Assessor role at the HR3 level.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

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: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

In this role, you will contribute to our team by demonstrating the following behavioral competencies:

• Agility: You are able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience in times of uncertainty and effectively work in a changing environment. 
• Systems Thinking: You consistently take a holistic and long-term view of challenges and opportunities at multiple levels across related areas. 
• Develop Networks: You proactively build networks, connecting and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
• Build Collaborative Environments: You lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Creative Problem Solving: You are able to assess options, and implications in new ways to achieve outcomes and solution.
• Drive for Results: You are able to determine what outcomes are important and maximize the use of resources to achieve results that are aligned with the goals of the organization, while maintaining accountability to each other and all stakeholders.
• Develop Self and Others: You have a commitment to ongoing learning and desire to invest in the development of the long term capability of not only yourself but others as well.

Qualifications

Human Relations Level 2: A minimum of a university degree in a related field (e.g. Criminology, Sociology, Psychology, Law etc.) from a recognized post-secondary institution and 2 years of progressively responsible related experience.

Equivalencies will be considered on a 1:1 one basis, as in one year of education for one year of experience.

Please note, if you possess a threat assessor certification, this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis for equivalency and relevance.

Previous experience conducting risk assessments/risk management related to the criminal justice system and/or the forensic mental health system is also preferred. 

The following will be considered assets:
 

• Familiarity with formal risk assessment tools, via either research or clinical application.
• Previous experience administering standardized testing in a forensic, criminal justice, or mental health setting.
• Masters or Advanced degree in a related field (Forensic Psychology, Criminology, etc.)
• Previous case management experience. 
• Previous experience with presenting Court Evidence and/or Expert Opinion Evidence.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

A cover letter is required to be included in your application. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered. In your cover letter, please clearly indicate how your education and experience makes you the ideal candidate for this role. Your cover letter will be used to assess your writing skills and suitability for the role. 

This position is full time and will be located in Edmonton, Alberta and will work Monday to Friday, 36.25 hours a week.

Please note that this position requires occasional travel throughout the province. The successful candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain a RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security clearance.

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.  

Candidates will be required to complete a writing/case study test that will be used to assess their suitability for the role.  

What we offer: 
 

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx 
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca 
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.ca 
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits 
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive 
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca 
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance 
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement 
• Leadership and mentorship programs

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.

Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

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 Alysha Hendriksen at Alysha.Hendriksen@gov.ab.ca.