Government managers - education policy development and program administration
Government managers in education policy development and program administration organize, direct, control and evaluate the development and administration of elementary, secondary and post-secondary education policies and programs.
Limited
Market Demand
TEER 0
Skill Level
BC, QC, NS
Top Provinces
What They Do
- Participate in the development of education policy by providing advice to senior government managers
- Organize departmental unit and establish procedures to meet departmental objectives set by senior management
- Direct and advise policy researchers or program officers conducting research, preparing documents or administering educational programs for elementary and secondary school systems
- Plan, administer and control budgets for projects, programs, support services, equipment and supplies
- Organize and direct committees and working groups to plan, manage or evaluate education projects and programs
- Interview, hire and provide training for staff.
Qualifications
- checkA bachelor's degree in education is required.
- checkA master's degree in a particular educational specialization may be required.
- checkSeveral years of combined experience as a school teacher and as a government educational policy researcher, consultant or program officer are usually required.
- checkA provincial teaching certificate is usually required.
Market Outlook by Province
British Columbia
The employment outlook will be Limited for government managers - education policy development and program administration (NOC 40012) in British Columbia for the 2025-2027 period.The following factors contributed to this outlook:Employment is expected to remain relatively stable.Several positions will become available due to retirements.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about government managers - education policy development and program administration in British Columbia: Approximately 300 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Government managers - education policy development and program administration mainly work in the following sectors: Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 43%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 25%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 21%Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 12% The distribution of full-time and part-time workers in this occupation is:Full-time workers: 91% compared to 78% for all occupationsPart-time workers: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations89% of government managers - education policy development and program administration work all year, while 11% work only part of the year, compared to 61% and 39% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 50 weeks compared to 42 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 35% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 65% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: 5% compared to 28% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 20% compared to 17% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 18% compared to 22% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 56% compared to 12% for all occupations
Limited
Outlook
Quebec
The employment outlook will be Limited for government managers - education policy development and program administration (NOC 40012) in Quebec 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.There are several unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.Here are some key facts about government managers - education policy development and program administration in Quebec: Approximately 400 people worked in this occupation in May 2021. Government managers - education policy development and program administration mainly work in the following sectors: Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 51%Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 26%Local, municipal, regional, aboriginal and other public administration (NAICS 913-919): 16%Other schools and instruction (NAICS 6115-6117): 5% 79% of government managers - education policy development and program administration work all year, while 21% work only part of the year, compared to 62% and 38% respectively among all occupations. Those who worked only part of the year did so for an average of 47 weeks compared to 43 weeks for all occupations.The gender distribution of people in this occupation is: Men: 34% compared to 52% for all occupations Women: 66% compared to 48% for all occupations The educational attainment of workers in this occupation is: no high school diploma: n/a high school diploma or equivalent: less than 5% compared to 19% for all occupations apprenticeship or trades certificate or diploma: n/a college certificate or diploma or university certificate below bachelor's: 9% compared to 22% for all occupations bachelor's degree: 26% compared to 17% for all occupations university certificate, degree or diploma above bachelor level: 57% compared to 11% 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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Top Companies Hiring
Organizations with the most NOC 40012 openings right now.
Government of Alberta
4 active roles · Edmonton, AB
Toronto Transit Commission
3 active roles · Toronto, ON
Government of Alberta | Alberta.ca
2 active roles · Edmonton, AB
MNP
2 active roles · Montréal, QC · Mount Pearl, NL
City of Toronto
2 active roles · Toronto, ON
Nutrien
2 active roles · Calgary, AB · Fort Saskatchewan, AB
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Search Government managers - education policy development and program administrationarrow_forwardCore Competencies
Critical Thinking and Decision Making
to assess the effectiveness of existing policies and identify areas for improvement to ensure policies are practical and align with educational goals
Evaluation
to measure outcomes, review program performance and make necessary adjustments to improve educational quality and address emerging needs
Problem Identification and Deductive Reasoning
to identify challenges in educational policies or programs, analyze possible causes and apply logical reasoning to create and implement effective interventions
Verbal Ability and Speech Clarity
to properly convey policy ideas, clearly present complex information and engage with educators, stakeholders and the public
Leadership
to inspire and motivate staff, coordinate efforts across various departments and ensure educational initiatives are successfully executed
Knowledge in Public Affairs and Government Relations
to understand the broader political and regulatory environment in which education policies are implemented and ensure policies align with public expectations and governmental priorities
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