Location: Calgary Head Office or Edmonton Regional Office, Alberta Employment Type: Full Time – Permanent Salary Range: SP4, Level 6, $116,960- $146,200 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity. Senior Specialist, Technical Content Development – Hybrid The Opportunity Technical Science & External Innovation (TSEI) Branch of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is seeking a Senior Specialist, Technical Content Development who will use their finely honed information sharing skills to work with experts and share information on how the Alberta Energy Regulator handles energy liability in the province. The AER’s Liability Management group solves tough problems to protect Alberta’s land and resources for the future. You’ll address challenging issues, ensuring environmental and public safety while maintaining a good work-life balance. The Senior Specialist, Technical Content Development in the Liability Management group will identify issues, gather information, prepare recommendations, and advise AER senior leadership. This role also involves sharing information internally and externally, responding to stakeholders and government entities, planning and executing liability management priorities, and conducting briefings and presentations. What your day-to-day will look like: Develop comprehensive training materials, presentations, and briefing notes for internal stakeholders and in response to the Government of Alberta inquiries. Manage and respond to information requests from key stakeholders, including the AER Board of Directors, CEO, COO, and the Government of Alberta. Coordinate and support the preparation of responses to Freedom of Information requests on behalf of the Liability Management group. Collaborate with subject matter experts to create and deliver presentations for industry information sessions. Lead annual performance reporting for Liability Management. What we’re looking for in you: Diploma in Public Policy, Business Administration, or a related discipline. 7 to 10 years experience in technical writing or strategic planning. Government, stakeholder, Indigenous and/or industry engagement experience is strongly preferred. Familiarity with AER requirements and programs, specifically the Liability Management Framework is considered an asset. Ability to be flexible and adapt to a fluid, rapidly changing and often ambiguous environment. Demonstrates initiative and provides perspectives and ideas in a professional and collaborative manner. Strong written and verbal communication skills, specifically, experience presenting and communicating technical information to a variety of audiences (i.e. government, industry, external committees). Additional Information: All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application. Should an individual with the required qualifications not be available, applicants with closely related qualifications may be considered. As a result, the position may be redesigned and/or reclassified. If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email PeopleServices@aer.ca. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. What we offer you: Great benefits from your first day of work Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours Defined benefit pension plan(s) Flexible benefits program options, including Personal & Health spending account(s) Generous vacation entitlement and flex days More information about working at the AER including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer. Our Commitment to Diversity: At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future. Application closing date: May 30, 2025, at midnight #LI-HYBRID Make a difference. Be in great company. At the AER, a career goes beyond the paycheck. It’s an opportunity to follow your passion, apply your skills and make a meaningful difference in service of Albertans. We offer a competitive total rewards package, along with hybrid work and flexible work hours for eligible positions so you can thrive both personally and professionally. As the province’s sole regulator of oil, oil sands, natural gas, geothermal, minerals, and coal resource development, the AER’s responsibilities are notably diverse. It makes sense that our workforce is too. From scientists and field inspectors to regulatory analysts and engagement specialists, we seek talented people with strong technical and interpersonal skills, who share our commitment for doing what’s right. Does this sound like you? Apply today and join us in shaping Alberta’s resource future. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture – a culture where every individual, regardless of background or identity of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives. We strive to create a community where people are treated fairly, feel connected to each other, and can bring their authentic selves to the office every day. Need Assistance? If you require accommodation during the interview process, contact us at PeopleServices@aer.ca. We will handle your request as confidentially as possible. For additional information, refer to the FAQs available here. If you're having trouble logging into the application tool, use the ‘Forgot Password’ button on the Sign-In page to reset your password. For other technical issues with submitting your application, contact us at PeopleServices@aer.ca.
