Recruitment posting
Citizen's Appeal Panel
Competition #: 835
Ministry : Seniors, Community and Social Services
Opening Date : 2024/10/25
closing Date : 2024/11/22
Role : Appeal Panel Member
It is recognized in Alberta as a fundamental principle and as a matter of public policy that all persons are equal. Diversity and inclusion are valued and supported on the boards of Alberta's public agencies.
The Minister of Seniors, Community and Social Services (SCSS), is seeking individuals who are interested in serving as members of the Citizen’s Appeal Panel (the Appeal Panel), which includes hearing panels established under the following legislation:
- Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) Act
- Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Act
- Child, Youth and Family Enhancement (CYFE) Act
- Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Act
- Income and Employment Supports (IES) Act
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Services Act
The Appeal Panel hears concerns Albertans have about their services being denied, changed or cancelled and provides a fair and independent review of decision.
Panel members may also hear appeals as assigned by the Appeals Secretariat. The Secretariat has delegated authority to establish panels to hear appeals for other ministries through shared agreements between the Minister of SCSS and the ministers of those ministries (e.g., Ministry of Health for appeals under the Protection for Persons in Care Act).
Appeal Panel Structure:
The Appeal Panel has a Provincial Chair and Regional Vice-Chairs.
Panel members are generally appointed for two to three years with the possibility of re-appointments to a maximum of 12 years in accordance with the Alberta Public Agencies Government Act.
To learn more about the Appeal Panel, please visit the website at https://www.alberta.ca/appeal-panel-governance.
Panel members are accountable to the Minister through the Provincial Chair. Members are responsible for actively participating in hearings in an impartial and unbiased manner, and in accordance with the principles of natural justice and procedural fairness.
Members’ responsibilities include the following:
- Hearing and deciding appeals;
- Writing and issuing written decisions and providing reasons for the decisions;
- Attending scheduled meetings and training sessions; and
- Completing annual assessments.
The Minister is looking for panel members who demonstrate the following competencies:
- Experience and knowledge of the principles of natural justice and quasi-judicial processes;
- Ability to read, interpret and apply legislation, and draft written decisions;
- Strong communication skills and ability to objectively examine written and verbal information;
- Ability to sift through verbal testimonies and submitted materials, weigh evidence and synthesize for purposes of writing decisions;
- Ability to use computers, such as accessing and navigating an appeals system and SharePoint, typing decisions and communicating effectively with colleagues and Appeals Secretariat staff via email;
- Demonstrate a fair, respectful, cooperative and assertive approach to reaching agreement;
- Clear understanding of the Panel’s role and responsibilities; and
- Some knowledge of the relevant Acts and Legislation.
- Previous experience on an adjudicative tribunal is an asset.
Credential and experience verification may be conducted.
The Government of Alberta is committed to offering qualified Albertans the opportunity to be considered as public members on Alberta’s public agencies, boards and commissions. To help ensure that Albertans are well-represented on boards, we invite applicants from all backgrounds who embody a range of knowledge, skills and expertise to apply.
CAP members receive an honorarium and reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses for time spent on Appeal Panel business in accordance with established policies.
Current honoraria rates for Appeal Panel members are as follows:
- $164 for up to and including four hours in any day; or
- $290 for over four hours and up to and including eight hours in any day; or
- $427 for over eight hours in any day
The honorarium rate is specified in Schedule 1, Part A of the Committee Remuneration Order (OC 466/2007)
Panel members are expected to be available and flexible in scheduling, reliable and responsive, and to arrive to appeal hearings and meetings prepared.
Expected time commitment ranges from approximately four to 15 days per month and includes:
- Participating in training and meetings; and
- Preparing for, conducting, or observing hearings, writing decisions, and reviewing decisions.
Hearings are held in-person and/or by teleconference and videoconference. In-city or regional travel is required for in-person hearings. The Appeal Panel usually meets regionally throughout the year to review panel processes and discuss overall functioning of the panel.
In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form.
Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section.
Please note: This ad will close on November 7, 2024.
The posting may be used to fill current and future public agency vacancies.
Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460
Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.
Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the 'apply' button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on 'submit application'. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.
Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.
Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit 'submit application', you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the 'Drop files below or click to upload' section before clicking the 'apply' button.
If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates' qualifications most closely match the agency's requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.
The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 3rd Floor, Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S8 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.
Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.
- Assured Income for the Severely Handicapped (AISH) Act;
- Early Learning and Child Care (ELCC) Act;
- Child, Youth and Family Enhancement (CYFE) Act;
- Family Support for Children with Disabilities (FSCD) Act;
- Income and Employment Supports (IES) Act; and
- Persons with Developmental Disabilities (PDD) Services Act.