Policy Analyst - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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Job InformationJob Requisition ID: 32319Ministry: EnergyLocation: EdmontonFull or Part-Time: Full TimeHours of Work: 36.25 hours per weekRegular/Temporary: RegularScope: Open CompetitionClosing Date: September 23, 2022Classification: Program Services 3About UsThe Electricity and Sustainable Energy Division facilitates the evolution of Albertas responsible, resilient energy system by collaborating with diverse groups of stakeholders on electricity and sustainable energy and climate change initiatives. The division provides adaptive, robust and holistic policy advice, sound programs, and innovative solutions to government, agencies, stakeholders, and all Albertans.RoleReporting to the Manager, Environment and Technology Integration, the Policy Analyst is responsible for conducting research and working with colleagues and management from within Energy and other departments and agencies to develop briefing materials and correspondence, options, and recommendations for senior government leadership. The Policy Analyst will be responsible for communicating directly with stakeholders from industry and public, ensuring that accurate information is provided.The Policy Analyst will provide analysis and support the development of policies needed to continue the environmental improvement of Alberta’s electricity system while ensuring affordability and reliability are not compromised.The successful incumbent will have the ability to function within a complex, diverse and changing environment; be able to quickly assess complex situations, make recommendations to leadership, while being able to effectively manage time and resources to help achieve the Government of Alberta’s strategic priorities. This position requires a dedicated team player with strong communication and leadership skills to consult, facilitate, coordinate, and implement decisions that are integral to the success of the Government’s vision and objectives for Alberta’s electricity system.QualificationsUniversity graduation in business, economics, environmental sciences, natural resource sciences, public administration or a related field plus 2 years of relevant and progressively responsible related experience or equivalent 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.

Assets:

• Knowledge of Alberta’s energy sector.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with an aptitude for detail and accuracy and the ability to modify style for different target audiences.
• Well-developed project management skills.
• Ability to identify and act on opportunities to build effective working relationships within Energy and other Departments.
• Policy implementation and planning experience. This position will provide advice, options and recommendations on how to develop and implement policy changes related to Energy’s priority initiatives.
• Ability to perform effectively on and with a variety of project teams, and strong time management; managing under pressure of short timelines; and ability to assess and balance competing demands, and deal with complex and confidential matters.

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.This link will assist you with understanding competencies:Both positions require the ability to function with maturity in most components of the GOA Competency Model, but the following are deemed to be of somewhat higher profile to success in the position:

• Agility
• Drive for Results
• Develop Networks
• Systems Thinking

Salary$2,556.10 to $3,355.81 biweekly ($66,714.21 to $87,586.64 annually)NotesThis is a full time position working 36.25 hours per week.These positions are based in Edmonton.Other information:

• A cover letter outlining how your experience relates to the qualifications outlined in this job ad is required.
• A written assessment may be used as part of the screening/selection process.
• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, 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).
• This competition may be used to fill future vacancies.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –
• Pension Plan: Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) –
• Leadership and mentorship programs.
• Professional learning and development.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.

How To ApplyIf you are not currently an employee with the Government of Alberta, the first step in applying for a job is creating your candidate profile within our online application system,Existing employees should access the Career tile in 1GX to submit their application in order to be recognized as an internal applicant.Once you have created your candidate profile, visit the Alberta Public Service job site to apply for jobs atApplicants 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.Resources for applicants:It is recommended that applicants who have obtained educational credentials from outside of Canada and have not had them previously assessed, obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)Closing StatementThis 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 a copy of the role profile, and/or require a disability related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Christie-Anne Silverthorn at Christie-Anne.Silverthorn@gov.ab.caIf this competition is closed as per the closing date noted above, please continue to checkQuick Apply

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