Job Description

Job Information
Job Title: Metis Credible Assertion Analyst
Job Requisition ID: 79319
Ministry: Indigenous Relations
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Ongoing
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: February 23, 2026
Classification: Program Services 3
Salary: ​$2,849.89 to$3,738.14 bi-weekly ($74,382 - $97,565/year)

The Ministry of Indigenous Relations works with Indigenous communities, the federal government, industry and other stakeholders to support strong, vibrant Indigenous communities and people who fully participate in a prosperous, competitive and diverse Alberta. The ministry is also responsible for:

• Promoting social and economic opportunities for Indigenous Peoples
• Co-leading Indigenous training for all Alberta public servants
• Working with other ministries to develop opportunities for Indigenous Peoples to influence land and resource management decisions.

The Strategic Engagement and Policy Innovation (SEPI) branch is part of the Consultation, Land and Policy (CLP) division in Indigenous Relations. SEPI provides a strong foundation of policy development, strategic engagement, consultation capacity development, expert advice and relationship-building through education, training, and capacity funding. Within SEPI, the Métis Credible Assertion team is responsible for implementing the Government of Alberta’s Métis Credible Assertion Process, which allows Métis organizations (other than Metis Settlements) to be considered for consultation on land and natural resources decisions if they can successfully demonstrate a credible assertion of Métis Aboriginal rights.

For more information on the work of our Ministry, please visit: https://www.alberta.ca/indigenous-relations.aspx

Role Responsibilities

In this analyst position, you will collaborate, support, and provide data analysis, report writing, and file administration to the assertion files that are led by a Métis Credible Assertion Advisor. You will provide supplemental review of material submissions, co-drafting correspondence or other documents, help prepare and provide support for meetings, and co-present to the cross-ministry roundtable.

As the ideal candidate, you will have research and analytical skills that will produce evidence-based, comprehensive and reliable results. The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, as well as independently, combined with strong evaluative and critical thinking skills, is required to support effective review and analysis. As well, having a knowledge of current Indigenous issues within an Alberta context, relevant Canadian law and history as it relates to Indigenous peoples and knowledge of Alberta’s Métis Credible Assertion process and criteria will be an asset to provide the support needed in this role.

Key Responsibilities

Assertion Support:

• Conduct research on historical, legal, and genealogical documents.
• Assist in developing evidence packages (e.g., family trees, document summaries).
• Track and report on meetings, submissions, and file progress.
  
  

Communication & Reporting:

• Draft internal and external communications, briefing notes, and monthly reports.
• Maintain public-facing content and ensure consistent messaging.
  
  

Legal & Policy Monitoring:

• Stay informed on relevant case law, judicial reviews, and federal policy changes.
• Analyze impacts on the assertion process and recommend adaptations.
  
  

Records Management:

• Maintain secure, FOIP-compliant records in SharePoint.
• Support litigation and FOIP requests with accurate documentation.
  
  

Cross-Ministry Coordination:

• Act as secretariat for roundtable meetings, ensuring proper records and follow-up.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies 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:
https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf

Systems Thinking: Ability to integrate the broader context in identifying emerging issues, challenges and opportunities.

Build Collaborative Environments: Ability to lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively achieve outcomes.

Drive for Results: Ability to know what outcomes are important and maximizes resources to achieve results, while maintaining accountability within the Government of Alberta, to stakeholders and Indigenous peoples.

Develop Networks: Ability to proactively build networks, connect, and develop trust in relationships with different government and non-government stakeholders. Agility: Proactively incorporates changes into processes.

Qualifications

A University degree in a related field (Indigenous Studies, Public Policy, History, Political Science, Geography, Anthropology, etc.) supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience is required.

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.
  
  

Required experience:

• Strong understanding of Indigenous rights, legislation, and constitutional frameworks.
• Experience with legal, historical, or genealogical research.
• Experience working on lengthy projects and managing time effectively.
  
  

Assets:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous peoples, governance, culture, history, community dynamics and protocols.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of historical and current legislation related to Indigenous peoples and the impacts of this on First Nations and Métis peoples in Alberta and Canada.
• Established working relationships and/or networks with Indigenous communities and individuals that may include specialized training or lived experience.
• Experience using genealogical software (e.g. Family Tree Maker).

Experience in records management. Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification.
Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards

Notes

Hours of Work:

• 8:15 am to 4:30 pm
• 36.25 hours per week (full-time) Monday to Friday.
  
  

Term of Employment:

• Permanent
  
  

Location:

• Edmonton
  
  

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 – June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

Cover letter is Mandatory.

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 have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.
• 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 https://www.alberta.ca/job-application-resources#before for more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles, for more information.

In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. For example, January 2006 - June 2009 (part-time). This example is provided for illustrative purposes only. Applicants are encouraged to present their information clearly and thoroughly, using a format that best conveys their experience.

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)(https://www.alberta.ca/international-qualifications-assessment.aspx) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( https://canalliance.org/en/default.html).

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 Michelle Elliottat Michelle.Elliott@gov.ab.ca