Policy Analyst

Role Responsibilities

Are you a strategic and analytical professional who thrives in complex, high-impact environments? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your advice supports high-impact decisions? 

The Proceedings Management Branch (PMB) is seeking two (2) Policy Analysts to support critical work related to judicial reviews, dispute resolution, and policy development, particularly with respect to royalty disputes within the Ministry of Energy and Minerals. 

Reporting to the Manager, Judicial Reviews, you will work collaboratively across government with internal program areas, external counsel, Indigenous partners, and other stakeholders to support effective, consistent, and timely outcomes. In this role, you will contribute to managing complex litigation and regulatory files involving oil sands, petroleum, natural gas and mineral royalty assessments. This position offers the opportunity to apply strong analytical, research, and communication skills to high-profile issues with financial, legal, and reputational implications for the Government of Alberta.

Your key responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Leading complex analysis related to royalty disputes and ensuring risks are identified and proactively managed.
• Developing clear, concise briefing materials and recommendations that translate complex legal, policy, financial and economic considerations into actionable advice for senior leadership.
• Supporting the development and coordination of dispute resolution strategies by identifying royalty impacts, gaps, and interdependencies across files.
• Collaborating with legal counsel, policy areas, and stakeholders across government to ensure alignment and consistency of strategic approaches.
• Monitoring emerging trends in royalty disputes, policy, jurisprudence, and industry trends to inform proactive planning and risk mitigation.

If you are looking to apply your expertise to complex, high-profile work and contribute to strategic outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

The Job Description  is provided for Further details on 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.

Key competencies for success in this position:

• Creative Problem Solving: Apply structured thinking to assess complex issues, challenge assumptions, and develop practical, defensible options
• Systems Thinking: Understand how individual disputes connect to broader royalty frameworks, policy intent, and fiscal outcomes
• Drive for Results: Deliver high-quality analysis and advice under tight timelines, ensuring alignment with ministry priorities and outcomes
• Agility: Support team members and adapt quickly to evolving files and priorities while maintaining focus on key risks and decision points
• Build Collaborative Environments: Work effectively across teams and disciplines, building trust with legal, policy, and program partners

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum University graduation in Public Policy, Economics, Law, Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering, or a related field supplemented by two (2) years of related experience in royalty frameworks and oil sands or upstream oil and gas operations. 
  
  

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

The following will be considered assets:

• Experience in energy and minerals royalty audits, operations or dispute resolution processes.
• Experience preparing briefing materials and supporting the provision of information and advice to senior leadership 
• Strong knowledge of the legislative and regulatory framework applicable to energy and minerals. Specific knowledge of royalty frameworks is an asset. 
• Proficient research and analytical skills, including a proven ability to use Excel to create statistical analysis, perform calculations, and draw insights from royalty projects data.
• Understanding of policy development and decision-making processes (Legislative Assembly, Cabinet, Treasury Board, Caucus, and Committees). 
• Strong project management skills, including analysis, implementation, and evaluation practices.

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

Notes

Additional Position Details:

• Term of Employment: There are two (2) full-time permanent positions. 
• Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
• Location: Petroleum Plaza Building, North Tower, Edmonton.

Recruitment Process:

• A written assessment will be conducted as part of the screening or selection process.
• 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. 
• Final candidates will be required to undergo an academic credentials verification.
• 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 
• 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.