Métis Credible Assertion Analyst

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, to deliver results and evaluative and critical thinking skills will be 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

Minimum Recruitment Standards: 

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 includes:

•    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.

Preference will be given to candidates with some of the following skills:

•    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.
•    Strong political acumen.
•    Experience using genealogical software (e.g. Family Tree Maker).
•    Experience in records management. 

Demonstrated knowledge of Alberta’s Credible Assertion Process and Indigenous Consultation policies and guidelines. 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:

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

Term of Employment:

•    Permanent 

Location:

•    Edmonton 

Please note, for all work experience use the following date range format in your resume: 
[Month, Year – Month, Year] 

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.
•    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.