Senior Policy Analyst (Pay Band 6)
Policy Branch
Department of Justice and Public Safety
Permanent (Two positions, one Bilingual, one English)
Fredericton, NB

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Who we are
The work we do has a positive impact on our communities and helps improve the everyday lives of New Brunswickers. Together, we are over 45,000 New Brunswickers who are passionate problem-solvers, who make a difference and are proud to call New Brunswick home.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is dedicated to the rule of law, the promotion of the public interest, and the impartial administration of justice and works to improve the safety, security and resiliency of communities and citizens.

The Department of Justice and Public Safety is seeking two individuals to join the Policy Branch, as Senior Policy Analysts working in Fredericton.

What you will do
As a member of the Policy Branch, the successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Preparing, providing analysis or advice and coordinating the development of departmental legislative and regulatory proposals including the preparation of ¿Memorandum to Executive Council¿
• Preparing briefing notes and other reports as assigned
• Advising senior officials during Cabinet committee meetings and presentations to Caucus and the Standing Committee on Economic Policy
• Liaising with program staff, the Executive Council Office, and Legislative Services in the drafting of legislation and regulations
• Providing general regulatory, legislative, and policy advice and support to senior management and program staff
• Liaising with program staff and the Office of the Attorney General regarding legal opinion requests as required
• Consultation with departments, partners and stakeholders as required

Who you are
You possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to problem-solve creatively and to think on your feet. You have a respect for safety, you treat people in a polite and professional manner. You are concerned for the wellbeing of New Brunswickers.

Your attitude, skills and interests are just as important as your area of study. We are looking for diverse backgrounds that bring a combination of the following:

Need to have

• University graduation in Public Administration, Social Sciences, Criminology, Business Administration, Law, or related degree
• A minimum of 6 years of related work experience
• Successful candidates will be required to undergo a criminal history clearance and security clearance check.

An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered.

Written and spoken competence in English and French is required, please state your language capability

Written and spoken competence in English is required, please state your language capability

Candidates must demonstrate on their applications how they have acquired the education and experience for this position. Your resumé should be in chronological order specifying education and employment in months and years including part-time and full-time employment. Screening for this competition is based on the resume you provide, so please ensure it is up to date when applying.
Nice to Have
Preference may be given to candidates that demonstrate one or more of the following:

• legal background
• knowledge of the machinery of Government
• experience with federal/provincial/territorial relations

Subject to the response to this competition, candidates may be required to demonstrate on their application one or more of the asset qualifications in addition to the essential qualifications in order to be given further consideration.

Behavioural competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following behavioural competencies:

• Effective Interactive Communication
• Results Orientation
• Analytical Thinking / Judgment
• Teamwork and Cooperation
• Relationship/Network Building

Technical competencies: The successful candidate will possess the following technical competencies:

• Written Communication
• Knowledge of Policy Development Processes

• Planning and organizing skills;
• Presentation skills;

Wage:
$2,947.00 to $3,920.00 bi-weekly, depending on your education and experience

Work environment

• Office location: Marysville Place 20 McGloin Street, Fredericton
• Office layout: cubicles
• Your Team: Small team of professionals providing various types of support to senior management and department officials
• Standard hours of work: Monday - Friday, 8:15-4:30
• We promote a scent-reduced environment

What can GNB offer you?

• Opportunities for career growth, professional development and training.
• Free access to Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and services.
• Comprehensive benefits package and the Public Service Shared Risk Pension Plan.
• 1 paid Volunteer Day per year to give back to your community.
  1.25 days/month of paid vacation.

Providing a safe workplace for all. Your health & safety are important to us. GNB has implemented preventative measures across the organization to ensure your health & Safety.

How to apply
We encourage applicants to apply on-line at www.ere.gnb.ca, by mail at the following address or by email at [email protected] by August 20, 2025 indicating competition R78-2025-0446

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same level.

Department of Justice and Public Safety
Human Resources Branch
Marysville Place - 20 McGloin Street, 3rd floor
Fredericton, NB E3A 5T8
(506) 453-2719

We thank all those who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

As per the?Civil Service Act, veterans, who demonstrate they are among the most qualified, shall be given preference at the time of appointment.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Program contributing to the creation of a more balanced workforce that reflects the diversity of the province byremoving barriers to employment and providing individualized supports to designated equity group members.

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