Recruitment posting
Certification Appeal Committee
Competition #: 858
Ministry : Education and Childcare
Opening Date : 2025/09/29
closing Date : 2025/10/14
Role : Member, Certification Appeal Committee
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 Education and Childcare is seeking applications from qualified individuals interested in serving as members on the Certification Appeal Committee (CAC).
The CAC, established under Alberta’s Certification of Teachers and Teacher Leaders Regulation 123/2022, hears appeals from individuals who have been denied issuance, re-issuance, or extension to a teaching, leadership, or superintendent leadership certificate by the Registrar.
An appeal to the CAC may result in a hearing in which the CAC may make a final decision to uphold, overrule or vary, with or without conditions, decision, or recommendation of the Registrar.
CAC members have responsibilities under, and are subject to, several statutes and regulations including the:
Members of the CAC are teachers or teacher leaders and public members who are respected individuals in the community and demonstrate credibility, accountability, integrity, respect, transparency, and excellence in their profession. They have extensive experience and expertise in conducting administrative hearings in relation to appeals from individuals.
Members of the CAC incorporate tenets of due process and natural justice in their practice when adjudicating appeals.
Appointments to the CAC are made by ministerial order for terms of up to three years, with opportunity for reappointment. A member may be reappointed for additional terms up to a maximum of 12 years in accordance with the Alberta Public Agencies Governance Act.
The candidate must demonstrate competence, credibility, accountability, ethics, integrity, respect, transparency, and excellence.
The candidate must apply tenets of natural justice such as:
- be impartial and free from improper influence and interference;
- demonstrate fairness in process and decision-making; and,
- act in a manner which avoids any conflicts of interest.
The candidate must demonstrate excellent English language skills, oral and written.
- Required skills, abilities, and experience include:
- experience with interpreting and applying legislation;
- experience in conducting hearings, conflict resolution, and/or mediation processes;
- recent experience serving on a private, public and/or volunteer/non-profit board or committee (e.g. a professional, school, or community organization) with knowledge of how a board or committee functions;
- knowledge of or experience participating in administrative proceedings such as disciplinary hearings or tribunals and, using tenets of natural justice;
- strong leadership skills, with the ability to lead appeal proceedings in accordance with legislation;
- strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to recognize and value the contributions of parties to an appeal; and,
- ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make decisions in accordance with legislation.
The following are considered an asset:
- Experience in conducting appeals and making orders in accordance with legislated processes.
- Knowledge of provincial K-12 education system and related legislation.
- Ability to apply critical-thinking and problem-solving skills to assess situations and to generate solutions.
- Oral and written fluency in French is considered a significant asset.
The Alberta Government is committed to supporting diversity and inclusion on Alberta’s agencies, boards, and commissions. Qualified individuals from all backgrounds, who embody a wide range of knowledge, skills, and expertise, are encouraged to apply.
Remuneration is provided in accordance with the rates specified in Schedule 1, Part B of the Committee Remuneration Order (OC 466/2007), as determined by the department:
- $115 for up to and including four hours in any day;
- $191 for over 4 hours and up to and including eight hours in any day; or
- $306 for over eight hours in any day.
Members may be reimbursed for reasonable expenses necessarily incurred while performing their duties, in accordance with the Travel, Meal and Hospitality Expenses Policy. In addiction, school districts may apply to the Minister for reimbursement of costs incurred to employ a substitute teacher on behalf of a member who is unable to teach during instances of carrying out committee work.
Appointed members are required to comply with the Public Sector Compensation Transparency Act, by disclosing remuneration gained from being a member of the CAC.
Time commitment for members is determined by the volume of appeals filed with the CAC and the complexity of appeal hearings and adjudications.
Appeals hearings and meetings are typically held virtually but can also be held in-person in Edmonton when required.
Please note: This ad will close on October 14, 2025 or until suitable candidates are found.
The posting may be used to fill current and future public agency vacancies.
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 highlight in your cover letter any relevant skills and experience for the role.
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.