The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.
We are looking for a Team Lead, ARS Registration and Risk to join our External Compliance Monitoring – Alberta Reliability Standards (ECM-ARS) team. Reporting to the Manager, External Compliance Monitoring – Alberta Reliability Standards, this role serves as a subject matter expert in Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS) registration, risk assessment, compliance oversight planning, and risk-based compliance monitoring.
In this role, you will apply expert level technical knowledge of risk frameworks, electricity industry regulatory structures, compliance and enforcement regimes, audit methodologies, and ARS and/or NERC (North American Electric Reliability Corporation) reliability standards.
You will work closely with internal and external stakeholders to support the execution and continuous improvement of the ARS Sync Up Program (Implementation and Sustainment), the Alberta Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Program (ARCMP), and associated compliance monitoring processes.
This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.
What You’ll Do
Alberta Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Program (ARCMP) & ARS Monitoring
Lead the implementation, execution, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Alberta Risk-Based Compliance Monitoring Program (ARCMP).
Lead ARS Registration, ARS Entity Onboarding, Compliance Oversight Plan (COP), and Authoritative Document Question (ADQ) processes.
Develop and enhance technology solutions, data analytics, reporting, dashboards, documentation, and training supporting registration, risk assessment, and compliance oversight activities.
Provide subject matter expertise on ARS applicability, registration, risk assessment, compliance oversight planning, and related monitoring processes.
Lead stakeholder outreach, education, and engagement initiatives supporting ARCMP registration and risk programs.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure compliance monitoring initiatives are delivered on schedule and aligned with regulatory requirements and business objectives.
Monitor and assess NERC, WECC, and other regulatory registration and risk-based monitoring programs to identify trends, opportunities, and recommended improvements to ARS compliance strategies and processes.
Plan, lead, and execute ARS compliance monitoring activities, including audits, regulatory reviews, reporting, findings, recommendations, and supporting documentation.
Conduct research, regulatory analysis, and document reviews to support compliance monitoring, risk assessments, and strategic initiatives.
Leadership
Partner with the Manager, ECM-ARS to establish team strategy, priorities, objectives, and key results (OKRs).
Provide day-to-day leadership, coaching, mentoring, and performance development for team members supporting ARCMP accountabilities.
Foster a collaborative, high-performing team culture focused on continuous improvement, knowledge sharing, and operational excellence.
Stakeholder Engagement
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Compliance leadership, Standard and Requirement Owners, Subject Matter Experts, market participants, the Market Surveillance Administrator (MSA), NERC committees, and industry working groups.
Lead stakeholder engagement, education, and awareness initiatives, including Reliability Standards Discussion Groups, Reliability Standards Workshops, and internal compliance training.
Provide guidance and subject matter expertise on ARS registration, risk assessment, and compliance monitoring matters while driving alignment, accountability, and continuous improvement across stakeholders.
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited post-secondary institution. A degree in Electrical Engineering, Professional Engineer (P.Eng.) designation, and/or a law degree with membership in the Canadian Bar Association are considered assets. Audit, risk management, cybersecurity, or related professional certifications are also an asset.
Minimum 10 years of experience in the electricity industry in technical, compliance monitoring, risk management, audit, regulatory, and/or reliability-focused roles, with strong knowledge of Alberta and North American electricity markets, risk management frameworks, ARS and/or NERC reliability standards, and applicable legislation and regulatory requirements.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to mentor, coach, and develop team members, combined with exceptional relationship management, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to communicate complex technical concepts, findings, and recommendations to diverse audiences.
Proven ability to improve business processes, manage projects and complex priorities, and deliver results independently and collaboratively, supported by strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, including the ability to evaluate complex information, identify risks, and implement effective solutions.
Application deadline: September 2, 2026
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Our mandate is to provide for the safe, reliable and economic operation of the interconnected electric system and to promote a fair, efficient and openly competitive electricity market.
We do this in four key areas:
Direct The Safe and Reliable Operation of the Grid: We work with industry partners to keep electricity safely and reliably flowing throughout the province. Our System Controllers dispatch generation to meet electricity demand and direct the operation of the transmission system 24/7, 365 days a year. We ensure almost five million Albertans have power when they need it.
Plan the Transmission System: We plan ahead by developing power supply and demand forecasts and scenarios to ensure the right transmission lines are built in the right locations, as cost effectively as possible. We identify needed transmission solutions and work through the regulatory process to secure necessary approvals.
Connect customers to the grid: We ensure customers can connect to the transmission system in a safe and reliable manner. Timely transmission system access is facilitated through the AESO’s Connection Process. Using transmission tariffs, we recover the costs of the transmission system from customers. After deducting our costs of operating the system, we forward the remainder to transmission facility owners.
Operate the Wholesale Electricity Market: Electricity in Alberta is bought and sold through a wholesale market. We operate the market, manage its financial settlement function, and facilitate its ongoing development by designing and implementing market rules to ensure it is a fair, efficient and openly competitive market.
