Policy Analyst

Job title:

Policy Analyst

Company

Government of Alberta

Job description

Job Information
Job Title: Policy Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 60300
Ministry: Affordability and Utilities
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: July 18, 2024
Classification: Program Services 3 MA
Salary: $2,626.89 to $3,448.73 bi-weekly ($68,561.83- $90,011.85/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit:Affordability and Utilities is responsible for leading and coordinating government’s ongoing efforts to make everyday life more affordable, with particular focus on the province’s utilities sector and electricity system. Please visit:The Generation, Transmission and Markets branch under the Ministry of Affordability & Utilities manages the legislation, regulations and policies related to the generation and reliable transmission of electricity and Alberta’s wholesale market to ensure that electricity is traded in a fair, efficient, and openly competitive environment.Role ResponsibilitiesThe Ministry of Affordability and Utilities is currently seeking an agile and driven Policy Analyst to support the development and implementation of policies concerning Alberta’s electricity industry. This position supports the unit in performing advanced level research, analysis, and policy advice in alignment with provincial and federal strategic objectives. In collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, the Policy Analyst will create high quality reviews and briefing materials to facilitate government decision making, public engagement and communication with stakeholders. The Policy Analyst is also responsible for monitoring high priority initiatives/projects and identifying emerging issues in a sector undergoing rapid change as it faces the energy transition.Under the Supervision of the Manager, Generation, Transmission and Markets Policy, the Policy Analyst also reviews Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) decisions and Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) rules to identify impacts on existing policies and makes recommendations founded on prevailing economic trends to branch leadership to proactively mitigate concerns.The incumbent must be agile and able to successfully take on emerging responsibilities as the role evolves, as well as demonstrate excellent self leadership skills, outstanding communication skills, and the ability to strategically align unit goals to the overall goals of the department.APS CompetenciesCompetencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Systems Thinking: This position takes a long-term view towards the organization’s objectives, seeks stakeholder perspectives, and anticipates outcomes and potential impacts in fulfilling this role’s responsibilities.
• Agility: This position is required to remain aware of changing government priorities/policies and support major projects or policy development. Must think pro-actively and readily adapt leading practices into everyday role.
• Drive for Results: This position must possess a strong focus on achieving organizational objectives which are consistent with APS direction while maintaining accountability to each other and external stakeholders
• Develop Networks: This position must proactively build, leverage and grow networks and relationships across divisions and varying groups of stakeholders, to collect perspectives and facilitate communication.
• Creative Problem Solving: This role must be able to access appropriate resources quickly and develop approaches that ensure timely and accurate responses. Must be able to bring right people together to understand challenges and perspectives and find solutions to meet their needs.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies:QualificationsUniversity graduation in a related field such as Economics, Business, Environmental Science, Engineering, Social Sciences, Law, or other related field plus a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience in research and applying analytical skills (data or information analysis), project management, and stakeholder engagement. Equivalencies will be considered as described below:Equivalency: Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education

The following are considered assets to this position:

• Experience working within the energy and/or electricity sector, including the interpretation of acts and regulations (Electric Utilities Act, Alberta Utilities Commission Act, Hydro and Electric Energy Act and the Transmission Regulation).
• Experience with interpreting legislation, regulations, and policies to provide feasible recommendations to Management and executive leadership.
• Experience working in the public sector or within public sector decision-making processes.
• Project management certification is considered and additional asset.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer toNotesHours of Work

• 7.25 daily hours
• 36.25 weekly hours
• 8:15AM to 4:30PM (Monday to Friday)

Location: North Petroleum Plaza Building Tower, Edmonton, ABIn your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. As well, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 – June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) –
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information –
• Professional learning and development –
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs

How To Apply
Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing Statement
This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Christie-Anne Silverthorn at

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Location

Edmonton, AB

Job date

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 04:32:42 GMT

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