Senior government managers and officials
Senior government managers and officials plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate, through middle managers, the major activities of municipal or regional governments or of provincial, territorial or federal departments, boards, agencies or commissions. They establish the direction to be taken by these organizations in accordance with legislation and policies made by elected representatives or legislative bodies.
Moderate
Market Demand
TEER 0
Skill Level
SK, MB, NS
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Establish objectives for the organization in accordance with government legislation and policy, formulate or approve and evaluate programs and procedures alone or in conjunction with senior government committees
- Advise elected representatives on policy questions and refer major policy matters to these representatives for final decision
- Recommend, review, evaluate and approve documents, briefs and reports submitted by middle managers and senior staff members
- Co-ordinate department activities with other senior government managers and officials
- Make presentations to legislative and other government committees regarding policies, programs or budgets
- Allocate human and financial resources to implement organizational policies and programs
- Establish financial and administrative controls.
Qualifications
- checkA university degree or college diploma is usually required.
- checkA graduate degree in a related field may be required.
- checkSeveral years of managerial experience in the public or private sector are required.
Market Outlook by Province
Saskatchewan
The employment outlook will be Moderate for senior government managers and officials (NOC 00011) in Saskatchewan for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment growth will lead to a moderate number of new positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about senior government managers and officials in Saskatchewan: Approximately 550 people work in this occupation. Senior government managers and officials mainly work in the following sectors: Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 10%Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 9%Construction (NAICS 23): 8%Social assistance (NAICS 624): 7%Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 6% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 91% compared to 81% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 9% compared to 19% for all occupations91% of senior government managers and officials work all year, while 9% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 43% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 56% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 9% compared to 33% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 40% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 27% compared to 18% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 24% compared to 7% for all occupations
Moderate
Outlook
Manitoba
The employment outlook will be Limited for senior government managers and officials (NOC 00011) in Manitoba for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.Several positions will become available due to retirements.Here are some key facts about senior government managers and officials in Manitoba: Approximately 1,050 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Senior government managers and officials mainly work in the following sectors: Construction (NAICS 23): 9%Religious, grant-making, civic, and professional and similar organizations (NAICS 813): 7%Social assistance (NAICS 624): 6%Wholesale trade (NAICS 41): 5%Monetary Authorities - central bank and securities, commodity contracts and other intermediation and related activities (NAICS 521, 522, 523): 5% 92% of senior government managers and officials work all year, while 8% work only part of the year, compared to 65% and 35% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 50% compared to 53% for all occupations Women: 50% compared to 47% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations high school diploma or equivalent: 10% compared to 31% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: less than 5% compared to 12% for all occupations college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 31% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 34% compared to 20% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 20% compared to 8% for all occupations
Limited
Outlook
Immigration Pathways
TEER 0 occupations are senior management roles that qualify for Express Entry under the Federal Skilled Worker Program.
Express Entry (FSW)
Provincial Nominee Programs
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Critical Thinking and Decision Making
to assess complex issues, anticipate potential challenges and evaluate different strategies in order to set organizational direction, respond to emerging issues and implement policies efficiently
Evaluation and Systems Analysis
to evaluate how different departments or agencies interact, identify inefficiencies and design systems that enhance overall performance and effectiveness
Written Comprehension
to understand written proposals, reports and program details in order to formulate or approve programs and procedures
Categorization Flexibility and Information Ordering
to identify and group various elements in a logical sequence in order to develop, assess and refine programs and procedures effectively
Leadership
to guide, influence and inspire teams toward achieving public policy objectives and ensuring the efficient delivery of government services
Knowledge in Business Management
to plan and allocate resources efficiently, implement strategic initiatives and ensure organizational goals are met in accordance with legislative and policy frameworks
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