Role Responsibilities

Are you looking for an opportunity to apply your expertise in energy economics, economic analysis, and forecasting to support strategic decision-making in Alberta's energy sector? Energy Information and Analysis has two permanent opportunities in their units.

Reporting to the Manager, the Analyst conducts economic, fundamental and financial analysis and research on Alberta's energy resources. The role is responsible for conducting research on trends for oil sands, oil, and natural gas economics, as well as the development of various production forecasts for the Government of Alberta. The role requires a successful candidate to have strong knowledge and familiarity with energy statistics and sources, have a very good attention to detail, and be able to both fact-check the documents and develop information products on short notice.

The Analyst will need to establish consistent and ongoing communication with other business units and stakeholders, employ appropriate project planning techniques on all business unit activities, and foster personal growth for oneself and staff to assist all members in the business unit achieve their potential.

As the Analyst, you play a key role to foster personal growth and assist team members to achieve their potential. You will also be accountable on the following activities in the branch/division:

• Conduct comprehensive analyses and views on crude oil, bitumen and natural gas economics.
• Conduct energy market developments and investment conditions.
• Conduct ongoing assessments of Alberta's royalty programs and competitiveness.
• Coordinate, gather and analyze energy statistics and key energy reports.
• Perform fact checks, statistical verifications and statistical reviews under tight deadlines, with minimal or no supervision.
• Perform tasks related to indicators and performance measures, including the development of documentation and calculation of results.
• Develop key statistics and information products. This requires thorough understanding of sources, ability to select correct and mutually consistent statistics, and strong data interpretation skills.
• Respond to action requests from the Deputy Minister's Office and requests for information and assistance from other Branches.
• Be dedicated to continuous professional development and ongoing enhancement of analytic skills.

Ready to make an impact on Alberta's energy future? If you are passionate about energy economics, data analysis, and evidence-based decision-making, we encourage you to apply.

The is provided for Further details on the Statistics and Royalty Analytics Unit position.

The is provided for Further details on the Forecasting & Business Information Unit 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.

• Develop Self and Others - Delivery through others and set clear goals/expectations and place key measures to deliver success.
• Creative Problem Solving - Continually find fit for purpose reporting of financial and economic developments in the energy markets while eliminating redundancy to optimize resources and talent.
• Systems Thinking - An ability to see the work they are performing in light of the greater systems in which we operate - awareness of the bigger picture.
• Agility - Works with an ability to move on the fly, and adapt to changing priorities and, potentially, changing goals.

Qualifications

Minimum University graduation in Economics, Business or Engineering or a related field supplemented by four (4) years of related experience in:

• Economic Analysis
• Energy Statistics and Verification of Results
• Forecasting and Research

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one-for-one basis

The following will be considered assets:

• Knowledge of Alberta royalty frameworks and energy regulatory environments.
• Knowledge of upstream and downstream oil and gas operations and related market dynamics.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of energy industry.
• Strong research skills and an ability to effectively present findings.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification

Notes

Hours of Work:

• 36.25 hours per week (full time) Monday to Friday.
  
  

Term of Employment:

• This are two full-time permanent positions.

Location

• Petroleum Plaza Building North Tower, Edmonton.

Final candidates will be required to undergo an academic credentials verification.

A written assessment will be conducted following the interview as part of the selection process. The assessment must be completed without access to the internet or any electronic devices, including mobile phones.

This competition maybe used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta at equal or lower classification and salary.

Successful candidates will be required to disclose any business or financial interests, including the owning of shares or financial investments in the energy sector, to comply with the Department of Energy & Minerals’ Supplementary Code of Conduct.

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 we have to offer:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP)
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information
• Professional learning and development
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.