Job Board

Role Required

The Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services is seeking applications for lawyers interested serving as part-time board members, for the Law Enforcement Review Board.

Location

The Law Enforcement Review Board office is located in Edmonton. Currently, all hearings are held virtually. Part-time board members may be required to travel in-person hearings, which would be conducted in the municipality where the incident occurred.

Skills and Experience Required

Candidates need to hold a law degree and be in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.

Ideal candidates will need to demonstrate a clear record of participating in transparent and principled adjudicative decision processes. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are vital. Strong inter-personal and collaborative skills, experience in a consensus-based team environment, and demonstrated fairness and integrity are also essential.

Knowledge of administrative proceedings, experience interpreting and applying legislation, conducting hearings, prior board or committee experience or leadership experience is preferred. The Board welcomes candidates presenting varied backgrounds, careers, community roles, and geographical representation.

Final candidates will be asked to undergo a security screening

Public Agencies

Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Competencies:

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to assess complex information and varying points ofview, with a strong reputation for sound judgment, integrity and principled decision making.
• A reputation for demonstrating accountability, and a commitment to fair and transparentprocesses.
• Exceptional capacity for collaboration with a consensus focused approach and a background inworking on panels of one to three members.
• Working knowledge of administrative hearing proceedings including interpreting and applyinglegislation and drafting decisions.
• Knowledge of administrative law and experience in a related quasi-judicial tribunal environment,participating in hearings and conducting reviews of the record and applying the appropriatestandard of review is desirable.
• Legal members require a law degree and must be a member in good standing of the Law Societyof Alberta.
• Understanding of effective governance practices and prior experience working with community orgovernment boards, committees or councils is preferred.
• Superior organizational skills and abilities to meet deadlines and deliver written decisions withinexpected timelines.
• Strong writing ability, which is necessary in order to prepare clearly-articulated adjudicative tribunal decisions that can withstand judicial scrutiny on appeal.
• Excellent listening and verbal communication skills.
• Proven strengths in facilitation, mediation or dispute resolution practices.

Contact Information

Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission
Phone: 780-408-8460
Email: executivesearch@gov.ab.ca

How to Apply

Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.

Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the ‘apply’ button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on ‘submit application’. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.

Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.

Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit ‘submit application’, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section before clicking the ‘apply’ button.

If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the agency’s requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process.

You can apply on-line at https://public-agency-list.alberta.ca/PublicAgencyOpportunityList/ GetOpportunityById?opportunityId=844

The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 12th Floor 44 Capital Boulevard, 10044 – 108 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S7 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.

Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.

Agency Website: Law Enforcement Review Board

Alberta Human Rights Commission

Competition #: 846
Ministry: Justice
Opening Date: 2025/03/04
Closing Date: 2025/03/31
Role: Chief, Alberta Human Rights Commission

The Chief of the Commission and Tribunals for the Alberta Human Rights Commission provides leadership in setting the vision and overall goals of the Commission to ensure the spirit and intent of the Alberta Human Rights Act are met. The role provides jurisprudential leadership through conducting case management sessions, hearings, mediations, and decision writing. As a Tribunal Member, the Chief conducts Tribunal hearings, writes decisions, conducts mediations, and considers appeals from Director’s decisions. As head of the Commission, the Chief will set policy direction, oversee educational programs and keep the Minister informed of emergent human rights issues and trends. While respecting the Director’s independence, the Chief works to ensure that Commission procedures enhance access to justice, and the fair, just and expeditious resolution of human rights complaints. The Chief also works with the Director of Communication, Education and Engagement to set the priorities for that unit, including the development of specific projects and initiatives, including in the area of Indigenous Human Rights, accessibility for persons with disabilities, and linking with community organizations that support equality seeking communities.

Skills and Experience Required

The ideal candidates’ background includes:

• Extensive executive management and leadership experience,
• Well-developed skills in an adjudicative setting, and with dispute resolution, obtained through experience in court, or in quasi-judicial or regulatory agencies, boards or tribunals.
• Solid understanding of administrative law and practice and of current and emerging human rights principles and issues is essential.
• Candidates will have well-established credibility in their career and are recognized for demonstrating fairness and personal integrity.
• Excellent communication complemented by strong analytical skills and a proven ability to write clear and sound legal briefs or decisions in an arbitral, judicial or quasi-judicial role. Prior experience in an adjudicative decision-making role is an asset.
• Experience with the Alberta Human Rights Act and related legislation, as well as experience with employment and labour law, is an asset.

A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD) is required. Candidates must have a minimum of eleven years executive/legal (Court, or in quasi-judicial or regulatory agencies, boards or tribunals) experience following admission to the bar in a Canadian jurisdiction and be eligible for membership with the Law Society of Alberta.

For more information please visit: https://public-agency-list.alberta.ca/PublicAgencyOpportunityList/GetOpportunityById?opportunityId=846

Canadian Public Accountability Board
Independent Review Proceedings and Expedited Hearings Officer

About CPAB 

The Canadian Public Accountability Board, Canada’s public company audit regulator, contributes to  public confidence in the integrity of financial reporting, and serves the investing public, through its work  overseeing public accounting firms that audit Canadian reporting issuers. 

Pursuant to the CPAB Rules, CPAB maintains a roster of independent hearing officers who can be  appointed to preside over review proceedings or expedited hearings related to matters that include  CPAB’s enforcement actions. The review proceedings and expedited hearings officers are appointed by  CPAB’s Council of Governors. For more information about CPAB’s governance matters, please visit our  website. 

Role description 

CPAB is seeking candidates for its roster of independent review proceedings and expedited hearings  officers. 

There are presently eleven officers on the officer roster, in addition to the roster Chair. The current  openings are for officer candidates from Quebec fluent in French and English. French fluency must be  sufficient to conduct hearings and write reasons for decision in French. 

Other candidate competencies that would be considered a strong asset (but are not required) are:  

• experience with companies operating on the venture exchanges; or 
• audit experience obtained at smaller audit firms.  

As a review hearing officer, you will join the officer roster to preside over review proceedings petitioned  by CPAB’s participating audit firms or individuals challenging CPAB’s decisions. You may also be called to adjudicate expedited hearings initiated by CPAB.  

To be effective in this role, you must possess the ability to understand, analyze, and evaluate potentially  contradictory information presented by opposing parties. You should be a critical thinker who actively  contributes to a hearing panel’s deliberations and excels at making well-reasoned, evidence-based  decisions. It is essential to be fair, impartial, and objective. 

Tribunal or similar panel decision-writing skills are important for this role. While administrative law or  tribunal experience is beneficial, it is not mandatory. The ideal candidate will work well with others,  respect diversity, and value inclusion. For more information about CPAB’s administrative tribunal  processes, please refer to our website.

This role is remote, with occasional in-person attendance as required. 

Compensation aligns with that of an administrative tribunal role, encompassing an annual retainer and  professional fees for preparation time and presiding over review hearing panels or expedited hearings.  Additionally, CPAB compensates the officers for their participation in specific continuing professional  education activities.  

CPAB encourages applications from candidates of diverse backgrounds. Please send your resume  confidentially to review.proceedings@cpab-ccrc.ca. The application deadline is April 15, 2025. 

CPAB will provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities during recruitment.

Position: Member – Condominium Authority Tribunal

Reports to: Chair CAT

Employment Type: Part-Time and Per diem basis

Job closing date: Feb. 11, 2025 at 4 pm

Background

The Condominium Authority Tribunal (CAT) is an adjudicative tribunal dedicated to resolving certain types of condominium-related disputes. The CAT is Ontario’s first fully online tribunal and uses an online dispute resolution system (CAT-ODR) to help people resolve their disputes conveniently, quickly, and affordably.

The CAT has exclusive jurisdiction to hear and to make legally binding and enforceable decisions about certain types of disputes under the Condominium Act, 1998. The CAT can currently, accept applications about a range of issues including Condominium Records, Pets and Animals, Vehicles, Parking and Storage, Noise, Odours, Vibration, Light, Smoke and Vapour, and Compliance with Settlement Agreements.

The CAT is part of the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO). The CAO provides services and resources for condominium communities. These include:

• easy-to-use information to help owners and residents understand their rights and responsibilities
• mandatory training for condo directors
• resources to help condo owners and residents resolve common issues
• an online dispute resolution service through the CAT

Purpose of position

CAT Members are primarily responsible for mediating and adjudicating disputes through the CAT’s online dispute resolution platform. Members must act in accordance with the CAO’s mission, core values, and governance and accountability documents.

Members are appointed to the CAT on a part-time, per diem basis in accordance with the CAT’s Per Diem Policy.

Additional consideration will be given to applicants who can demonstrate fluency in French (both written and oral), and to candidates who have experience with adjudicating and resolving Human Rights, disability and accommodation disputes.

The CAT is committed to reflecting the communities we serve and to promote a diverse, anti-racist, inclusive, accessible, merit-based, respectful and equitable workplace. We invite all interested individuals to apply and encourage applications from people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black, and racialized individuals, as well as people from a diversity of ethnic and cultural origins, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.

Key Responsibilities

Members work under the general direction and mentorship of the CAT Chair, and one or more Vice-Chairs. The CAT requires members to be fully trained and knowledgeable in the law, as well as tribunal procedures and the CAT online dispute resolution system.

CAT Members are expected manage multiple concurrent cases. Members are expected to check active cases at least once a day for messages and tasks, and more often as required by any ongoing case. Members are expected to attend a half-day monthly meeting.

Members are expected to perform the following key functions:

1. As an Adjudicator:

• Maintains impartiality and open-mindedness, and ensures adjudicative independence, while managing the dispute resolution process, and making procedural rulings and adjudicative decisions;
• Understands and applies the relevant legislation and case law, and the Tribunal Rules and policies;
• Carries out dispute resolution and decision-making processes in a proactive, flexible, fair and timely manner;
• Reviews and analyzes all evidence and submissions thoroughly, makes findings of fact, and interprets and applies the law;
• Prepares rulings, orders and decisions with reasons that are clear, complete and concise, and follows the decision review and format guidelines.

2. As a Mediator:

• Works collaboratively and creatively with the parties and participants to promote early settlements, in accordance with the Tribunal’s procedures and policies, and with a focus on interest-based solutions that support the ongoing condominium community relationships;

3. Understands the relevant legislation and case law, and the Tribunal Rules and policies, which provide the basis for identifying issues and interests; and offers suggestions for possible resolution, in keeping with the merits of the case and the interests of the parties
4. Has the creativity and flexibility to be part of an innovative tribunal guided by the user experience, and the core principles of fairness and impartiality.
5. Recognizes the users’ perspective in the value of predictability in the Tribunal’s approaches to dispute resolution, and promotes consistency through open and collegial communications about ongoing legal and procedural issues.
6. Recognizes the importance of adjudicative excellence, and participates in training and professional development activities, and stays informed about leading case law, tribunal best practices and effective use of the CAT online dispute resolution system as it develops and grows.
7. Works in a respectful and collegial manner with all Tribunal Members and staff, and follows the operational and case management policies of the Tribunal and the Condominium Authority of Ontario (CAO).
8. Participates in the Tribunal Member performance assessment system, which may include self-assessments and peer and other assessments of performance, and discussions about learning plans and other desired supports.
9. CAT Members are required to comply with the CAT Code of Conduct and Conflict of Interest Policy. Members are required to declare any possible conflicts and outside activity before appointment, and to proactively disclose any external / non-CAT activities or engagements and to work with the Tribunal Chair to navigate potential conflicts of interest.

Qualifications

Members are expected to have the following abilities, skills and knowledge to carry out their responsibilities effectively:

• Experience in a neutral dispute resolution role such as tribunal Member or adjudicator, arbitrator, mediator, conciliator, or ombudsperson; or experience and skills related to proactively and fairly managing a process that involves hearing from participants, analyzing information, encouraging resolution, and making or writing decisions;
• Direct or related experience and skills related to diverse and creative interest-based approaches to mediating or settling disputes in different settings such as in-person, telephone, videoconference or online;
• An advanced level of computer and online skills;
• Experience in interpreting and applying legislation, precedent cases or policies, which would ideally include specific knowledge of the Condominium Act, 1998, the Statutory Powers Procedure Act, as well as administrative law and the principles of procedural fairness or natural justice;
• Understanding of the professional, institutional and community context within which the Tribunal and its users operate, including an understanding of condominium communities, public service and consumer protection values, and concepts related to access to justice and proportionality;
• Experience and demonstrated skills in working with people in an empathetic and accessible manner, using cultural competence and effective communications to manage confrontational or stressful situations, and to work with diverse Tribunal users, including those who are unrepresented, have lower levels of language ability, are not familiar with tribunal proceedings, or are not familiar with an online dispute resolution system;
• Demonstrated analytical, conceptual, problem-solving, decision-making and writing skills, including impartiality and sound judgment to fairly assess cases involving conflicting or ambiguous evidence or law;
• Ability to make and write reasoned decisions that are clear, complete and concise, and finished in a timely manner;
• Commitment to ongoing professional development to enhance expertise and ensure dispute resolution and adjudicative excellence;
• Good organizational skills to manage a fluctuating or heavy workload with complex and simultaneous online processes.
• Is empathetic to the needs of the users of the Tribunal, and treats every user of the Tribunal with fairness, respect and courtesy.
• Respects diversity and inclusion, and the need for human rights-related accommodation.
• Ensures an accessible, fair and proportionate process that all users are able to understand and participate in.
• Preserves confidentiality and respects privacy rights, in accordance with the law and Tribunal policy.
• Recognizes and appropriately discloses and addresses situations that may involve possible bias or conflict of interest.
• Works constructively and contributes to the development of the Tribunal by sharing knowledge, time and experience with other Members and staff, and by engaging in internal discussions to improve the quality of services and the developing online system.
• Acts with integrity and honesty, and in accordance with the law and the Condominium Authority of Ontario’s mission, core values, and governance and accountability documents.

Working conditions/environment

Remote/Hybrid Environment

Apply online at https://condoauthorityontario.bamboohr.com/careers/223

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

The Leader, Municipal Boards and Governance directs a team of staff to deliver on section, division, business unit, and corporate initiatives and projects. Primary Duties include:

• Lead the Municipal Boards and Governance Section team including staff development, coaching, and direction on service delivery.
• Supervise staff including recruitment, selection, orientation, evaluation, training, development, performance management and discipline up to and including termination.
• Manage the operations of three Tribunals: the Calgary Assessment Review Board (ARB), the Calgary Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB), and the License and Community Standards Appeal Board (LCSAB). Ensure that processes and procedures respect and protect the independence of tribunals and their decision-making from City Administration.
• Ensure that the legislative activities related to City Boards, Commissions and Committees (BCCs), as defined in the Municipal Government Act and various City of Calgary Bylaws, Policies and Council resolutions, are in place, are functioning effectively and are supported.
• Provide analysis and support for ongoing and new strategic planning initiatives and provide strategic advice and recommendations on BCC governance matters. Identify short, medium, and long-term goals and strategies and provide support and guidance in their implementation.
• Prepare and manage the budget of three tribunals (ARB, SDAB and LCSAB), including facilities, equipment, information technology and staffing resources.
• Evaluate and prepare submissions for One Calgary service plans and budgets, and related budget adjustments to support the Appeals and Tribunal, and Council and Committee Service lines.
• Make recommendations to the Deputy City Clerk on appropriate remuneration and long-term fee schedules for operation of three tribunals.
• Represent the City Clerk at meetings of Council and Committees as the meeting clerk and providing legislative process advice to the Chair and Members (City Council/Committee) on the public record while taking into consideration legislation, bylaws, and policy in a busy and complex environment.
• Ensure debate and decisions are conducted according to proper procedure and legislation, providing clear, consistent, trusted, and accurate legislative process advice to Council, Council Committees and Administration, having regard for politically sensitive, confidential, and complex Corporate or Council matters.

Qualifications

• A degree in Public Administration, Business Administration, Communication, Technical Communication, or another related field.
• At least 8 years of progressively more responsible and diversified leadership experience working in a public sector environment or equivalent multi-disciplinary organization.
• Experience working with municipal legislation and in a direct supervisory role is required.
• Equivalent combinations of experience and education may be considered.
• Ability to work with tight deadlines, think strategically and to lead and implement change.
• Strong organizational, decision making, problem solving and analytical skills.
• Understanding of effective team leadership principles and creative thinking.

Pre-employment Requirements

• Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications.

Workstyle

• This position may be eligible to work from home as one of several flexible work options available to City employees. Such arrangements are based on the operational requirements of the position and employee suitability and are subject to change based on operational needs and corporate direction.

Note: Please note all exempt positions at The City are undergoing a compensation review. This means the union jurisdiction and/or salary range listed here may change. Tell me more.

• Union: Exempt
• Position Type: 1 Permanent
• Compensation: Level F $94,168 – $144,228 per annum
• Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week
• Audience: Internal/External Business
• Unit: City Clerk’s Office
• Location: 1212, 31 Avenue N.E.
• Days of Work: This position works a 5 day work week, earning 1 day off in each 3 week cycle.
• Apply By: February 3, 2025.
• Job ID #:311238

Apply online at www.calgary.ca/careers

Competition #: 839
Ministry: Energy and Minerals
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date: 02/03/2025
Role: Chief Hearing Commissioner, Full-time and Part-time Hearing Commissioners

Role Required

The Minister of Energy and Minerals is seeking applications from individuals interested in serving as the Chief Hearing Commissioner and Full-time or Part-time Hearing Commissioners of the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER). .

Location

Calgary or Edmonton

About the Agency

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) ensures the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of hydrocarbon and mineral resources in Alberta. This includes allocating and conserving water resources, managing public lands, and protecting the environment while providing economic benefits for all Albertans. The AER provides full life-cycle regulatory oversight of energy and mineral resource development; from application and construction to abandonment and reclamation, and everything in between. For over 75 years, the AER and its predecessor organizations have adapted to meet innovations in technology, new industry activity, and changing societal expectations. The AER is building on this foundation and preparing the province for the next era in energy and mineral regulation.

Role Description

Chief Hearing Commissioner:

Key responsibilities include:

• Provides leadership to hearing commissioners and staff and is responsible for oversight and management of the Hearing Commissioners’ Office and Hearing Services;
• Provides information to the AER Board of Directors and ensures an adequate interface with the AER CEO and organization;
• Ensures that proceedings conducted and decisions made by hearing commissioners are viewed as procedurally fair, transparent, independent, legally correct and adhering to the requirements of natural justice;
• Ensures hearing commissioners discharge their adjudicative responsibilities and conduct all AER proceedings fairly, expeditiously and in accordance with the public interest and the requirements of administrative law;
• Ensures that hearing commissioners have appropriate professional development opportunities; and
• Chairs and participates on hearing panels and leads and participates in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes, makes decisions, and issues written decisions on energy and mineral resource-related activities.

In exercising these duties, the Chief Hearing Commissioner must consider those factors prescribed by the Responsible Energy Development Act and its regulations, including the social, environmental and economic effects of a project.

Full-time and Part-time Hearing Commissioners:

Hearing Commissioners interpret and apply the Responsible Energy Development Act (REDA) and other statutes and regulatory instruments administered by the AER in the performance of their adjudicative and alternative dispute resolution functions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct hearings on applications, regulatory appeals, reconsiderations and inquiries into energy and minerals resource activities. • Review evidence and submissions, make decisions and prepare written decision. Ensure the provisions of the various acts, regulations and processes of the AER are carried out according to the principles of procedural fairness.
• Serve as panel chair when requested by the Chief Hearing Commissioner.
• Design and lead AER alternative dispute resolution processes (ADRs).
• Identify policy issues and/or regulatory gaps that arise from hearings and ADRs.
• Participate in the development of AER practices, procedures and rules. Participate in the development of new and revised regulatory instruments.
• Maintain knowledge of energy and minerals industry practice, AER regulatory requirements and legislation, administrative law and its application, and economic, environmental and social issues associated with energy and minerals development, including the potential effects on landowners and Indigenous communities.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and AER staff. Mentor and share knowledge with less experienced Hearing Commissioners and/or other AER staff.

Skills and Experience Required

The Chief Hearing Commissioner and Hearing Commissioners are required to make decisions on complex matters that may have significant implications for individual companies, the energy and mineral sectors, landowners, Indigenous communities, other stakeholders, the AER and government. In addition to adjudicating and mediating disputes between resource development companies and landowners and other stakeholders, they are often involved in adjudicating and mediating disputes between resource development companies. These disputes often involve very technical matters, such as the impacts of subsurface injection on a subsurface reservoir and resource recovery.

Desired skills and competencies for the Chief Hearing Commissioner include:

• Legal or technical training, and experience in law, engineering, geoscience or environmental science;
• Understanding of the mandate of the AER and relevant energy and environment legislation;
• Understanding of energy and mineral industry operations and the economic effects of these industries;
• Exceptional leadership, interpersonal and oral and written communications skills;
• Demonstrated ability to foster an open and collaborative work environment that values efficiency and innovation;
• Ability to navigate complex and changing policy, regulatory and organizational requirements;
• A strong aptitude for adjudicative decision making which includes fairness, good listening skills; open mindedness, sound judgement, tact, and the ability to interpret legislation;
• Ability to organize and analyze complex evidence (written and oral);
• An ability to write clear, well-reasoned decisions that take into account the evidence, law and policy;
• Experience designing and leading alternative dispute resolution processes (facilitation, mediation, arbitration); and
• Experience presiding over or participating in public hearings.

Desired skills competencies for Hearing Commissioners include:

• Legal or Technical training, and experience in law, engineering, geoscience or environmental sciences;
• Experience as a statutory or quasi-judicial decision maker within a regulatory setting;
• Senior leadership experience in a complex and dynamic environment and exceptional interpersonal and communication skills;
• Understanding of the mandate of the AER and relevant energy and environment legislation;
• Understanding of energy and mineral industry operations and the economic effects of these industries;
• Understanding of and open to the interests and issues of Indigenous communities and familiarity with the legal framework and evolving case law related to Indigenous constitutional rights;
• Understanding of and open to the interests of landowners and other stakeholders;
• Ability to organize and analyze complex evidence (written and oral); and
• Good writing skills – an ability to write clear, well-reasoned decisions that take into account the evidence, law and policy.

Education

The minimum educational requirement is a Bachelors Degree in engineering, geoscience, environmental science, public policy, law or a related field.

The Government of Alberta is committed to offering qualified Albertans the opportunity to be considered as members on Alberta’s public agencies, boards and commissions. To help ensure that Albertans are well-represented on boards and commissions, we invite applicants from all backgrounds who embody a range of knowledge, skills and expertise to apply.

Remuneration and Time Commitment

The Chief Hearing Commissioner is subject to the principles outlined in the Reform of Agencies, Boards, and Commissions Act and its regulations and will be subject to any future changes to the Act and regulations.

• Compensation is set by the Base Salary Schedule at Level 4 ($195,154 – $264,031).
• Annual public disclosure of compensation and the contract of employment are required for this position.
• Information on compensation and benefits can be found here: https://www.alberta.ca/abc-compensation.aspx#toc-1

The salary range for full-time Hearing Commissioners is $162,583 – $219,966 as per the Reform of Agencies, Boards and Commissions Compensation Act.

Part-time Hearing Commissioners receive a base salary of $30,000 and an additional amount of $937.50 per day for the time necessarily spent in performance of duties as a Hearing Commissioner, subject to the approval of the Lieutenant Governor in Council.

The Chief Hearing Commissioner and Full-time Hearing Commissioners work out of the AER’s Calgary or Edmonton offices and work full- time hours. Part-time Hearing Commissioners may reside anywhere i Alberta and work hours that vary depending upon the number and nature of the files to which they are assigned. The Chief Hearing Commissioner and Hearing Commissioners are required to travel to Edmonton, Calgary and various other locations in the province where Hearing Commissioner activities occur. Travel is required for both full-time and part-time Hearing Commissioners.

The AER offers a flexible work program – hybrid work and flexible hours.

Position Profile

Please see the attached Position Profile for more information on this opportunity and a detailed list of responsibilities http://alberta.ca/public-agency-opportunity.cfm

Additional Documentation

Please clearly indicate in your cover letter if you are applying for the Chief Hearing Commissioner, Full-time or Part-time Hearing Commissioners roles.

In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form. Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section.

Applications received thru the e-PAAS online system will be forwarded to Executive Search.

The posting may be used to fill current and future public agency vacancies.

Contact Information

Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission.
Phone: 780-408-8460
Email: psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca

How To Apply

Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.

Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the ‘apply’ button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on ‘submit application’. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.

Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.

Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit ‘submit application’, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section before clicking the ‘apply’ button.

If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the agency’s requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.

The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 3rd Floor, Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S8 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.

Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.

Agency Website:

http://www.aer.ca

Link to Enabling Legislation:

http://www.kings-printer.alberta.ca/documents/Acts/r17p3.pdf

Competition #: 838
Ministry: Energy and Minerals
Opening Date: 01/06/2025
Closing Date: 01/20/2025
Role: Board Director

Role Required

The Minister of Energy and Minerals and the Minister of Environment and Protected Areas are seeking applications from individuals to fill the positions of four Board Directors for the Alberta Energy Regulator (AER).

Location

Meetings are primarily held in Calgary or Edmonton but are also occasionally held in other Alberta locations.

About the Agency

The AER’s mandate is to ensure the safe, efficient, orderly, and environmentally responsible development of energy and mineral resources over their entire life cycle. This includes allocating and conserving water resources, managing public lands, and protecting the environment while providing economic benefits for all Albertans. Recently the Government of Alberta set a policy direction for the AER to expand its mandate beyond hydrocarbons to include regulation of deep geothermal along with critical rare earth and other minerals.

The Government of Alberta created the AER in 2013 when it proclaimed the Responsible Energy Development Act. However, energy regulation in Alberta spans over 90 years. The AER took on regulatory functions related to energy development that were previously held by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource Development (now Alberta Environment and Protected Areas) and combined them with the regulatory functions of the Energy Resources Conservation Board.

The AER has a clear strategy to fulfill its mandate, reach its vision of regulatory excellence, and deliver results for all Albertans.

The Government of Alberta gives the AER authority to ensure that companies develop the province’s hydrocarbon, geothermal and mineral resources in a safe, efficient and environmentally responsible fashion.

The AER:

• Reviews applications and makes decisions on proposed energy, geothermal and mineral resource developments;
• Oversees all aspects of energy, geothermal and mineral resource activities in accordance with government policies;
• Regularly inspects energy activities to ensure that all applicable requirements are met;
• Enforces rules to ensure that companies comply with AER requirements; and
• Holds hearings on proposed energy, geothermal and mineral developments.

The AER implements policy set forth by the Government of Alberta.

The AER’s role is to enforce rules and regulations around energy, geothermal and mineral resource development, taking direction from government policy. The AER is also responsible for regulating:

• Over 447,000 kilometres of pipelines
• Over 157,000 operating oil and natural gas wells
• Over 26,000 oil facilities
• Over 18,000 gas facilities
• Over 155 operating oilfield waste management facilities
• 157 primary/enhanced recovery in situ projects
• 26 thermal recovery in situ projects
• 8 operating oil sands mines
• 5 operating bitumen upgraders
• 5 operating coal mines
• 5 decommissioning coal mines
• 1 decommissioning coal processing plant
• 1 geo-thermal well
• 6 brine-hosted mineral facilities and wells
• 35 rock-hosted minerals surface mines

Few organizations steward such a large and varied mix of energy resources and infrastructure as the AER.

The organization oversees the world’s third largest established reserves:

• 1.8 billion barrels of conventional oil
• 158 billion barrels of bitumen
• 24.3 trillion cubic feet of conventional natural gas
• 36 billion tons of coal

Role Description

Reporting to the Ministers of Energy and Minerals and Environment and Protected Areas, the Board is accountable for ensuring that the AER fulfills its statutory powers, mandate, and functions. The Board of Directors have a significant role to play in the AER’s success by overseeing the governance and management of the AER’s business and affairs.

Board Director Responsibilities:

• Guide the vision and mission of the AER and provide strategic leadership to the organization.
• Implement governance processes that align with AER’s vision, mission, and strategic priorities.
• Champion AER regulatory practices and regulatory frameworks to ensure relevancy, effectiveness and sustainment of regulatory models and instruments.
• Ensure that the AER makes decisions through fair and transparent processes.
• Ensure that the AER acts in alignment with Government of Alberta policy.
• Review operational controls, administrative and reporting procedures and systems to ensure operating effectiveness of the organization.
• Oversee the recruitment, direction, and evaluation of the performance of the AER’s Chief Executive Officer.
• Approve and monitor the AER’s long-term strategic plan, which includes performance measures and targets.
• Ensure that all staff comply with the AER’s code of conduct.
• Review and monitor principal enterprise risks and mitigation measures.
• Annually review and approve the written mandate of established committees, including:
  • The Audit and Finance Committee
  • The Governance Committee
  • The Human Resources, Health, and Safety Committee
  • The Regulatory Review Committee
• Monitor the financial performance of the AER, ensuring that the financial results are reported on a timely and regular basis.
• Approve and monitor internal audit processes and meet annually with the Office of the Auditor General of Alberta to review results.
• Assist with the development, communication, and implementation of effective regulatory and operational strategies, and processes.
• Promote and participate in an environment of openness, collegiality, fairness, trust, respect and professionalism within the AER.
• Promote the AER by representing the AER position and strategic directions to external stakeholders.
• Implement processes and procedures consistent with the Board’s values of accountability, transparency and public service.

Skills and Experience Required

In our search for Board Directors, we are looking for individuals who can demonstrate these key competencies:

• Regulatory experience: experience working within a regulatory system, preferably in the energy and/or mineral exploration and development sectors.
• Energy and environmental experience: broad technical knowledge in energy and/or mineral resources, engineering, earth sciences, and environmental sciences.
• Financial experience, including audit knowledge and oversight of risk management.
• Working knowledge of and experience with indigenous relations.
• Information management and technology: IT and the broader information services and management.
• Industry group and community relations.
• Legal – experience with administrative and/or regulatory laws.
• Business acumen.
• Sound governance experience.
• High ethical standards and accountability.
• Understanding of a regulatory agency’s accountability/relationship with government.
• Strategic leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience with culture management and transformation.
• Human resources management.

Supplementary competencies include:

• Proactive rather than reactive: ability to think ahead and anticipate problems, solutions, and opportunities.
• Strong interpersonal skills (team player, collegial, collaborative).
• Strong organizational leadership credentials.
• Broad perspective as a “strategic thinker” and demonstrate creativity and passion for innovation.
• Shows integrity, accountability, and impartiality.
• Committed, adaptable, and an effective communicator

Specialized Knowledge and Experience:

• Understanding of Indigenous consultation in environmental assessments and other regulatory matters as they pertain to the energy and mineral exploration and development industries.
• Understanding of the research and innovation landscape (regional, national, international) is an asset.
• Knowledge in one or more of the following areas is required:
  • Energy and mineral exploration and development
  • Environmental remediation and reclamation
  • Indigenous relations
  • IT project oversight and data management

Remuneration and Time Commitment

The Board Director will receive a retainer of $112,500 per year during the member’s term of appointment (Remuneration is subject to change).

Remuneration and expenses will be paid in accordance with the Travel, Meal, and Hospitality Expenses policy and the AER Board Director Expense Submission Process and Allowance Guidelines.

There are approximately seven (7) Board meeting dates and four (4) Committee meeting dates per year for Board Directors and these meetings typically cover one (1) day. Meetings are primarily held in either Calgary or Edmonton, but are also held around the province at other AER offices on occasion.

Position Profile

Please see the attached Position Profile for more information on this opportunity and a detailed list of responsibilities http://alberta.ca/public-agency-opportunity.cfm

Additional Documentation

In addition to your cover letter and resume, we require a biography. Click HERE to download the biography form.

Once the forms are completed, save them to your PC. When you click on submit application, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop or upload your completed biography form and others requested into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section.

Please note: This ad will close on January 20, 2025, or until suitable candidate found.

Contact Information

Executive Search, Alberta Public Service Commission
Phone: 780-408-8460
Email: psc.executivesearchservices@gov.ab.ca.

How To Apply

Agency Website:

Carefully read the Recruitment Posting and the Position Profile to ensure this is an appropriate opportunity for you. Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements.

Online applications are preferred. To apply, click on the ‘apply’ button, create or sign into your account in the ePAAS system; upload your resume, view the listing under Current Opportunities and click on ‘submit application’. The uploaded resume will be automatically attached.

Provide a short 4 line biography using the Biography template found under additional documents section. Your biography should include your name, current work experience, board/committee experience and relevant education. Please note that biographies may be edited for length and clarity.

Once your biography and other required form(s) are completed, save it to your PC. When you hit ‘submit application’, you will be prompted to upload additional documents. Drag and drop (or upload) your completed cover letter, biography and other form(s) into the ‘Drop files below or click to upload’ section before clicking the ‘apply’ button.

If you are unable to apply online, please submit a cover letter and resume, quoting the recruitment posting competition number, to the contact provided on the posting. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to assess which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the agency’s requirements. Only those selected for interviews will be contacted to advance to the next step in the appointment process. You can check the status of each competition on-line at https://www.alberta.ca/public-agencies.cfm.

The personal information in ePAAS is collected pursuant to section 33(c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The information will be used to administer and manage recruitment for current and future public agency appointment opportunities. Questions regarding the collection, use, or disclosure of this information, may be directed to the Public Agency Secretariat, Public Service Commission, 3rd Floor, Peace Hills Trust Tower, 10011 109 Street, Edmonton, AB T5J 3S8 or by calling 780-644-3060. Applicants will be required to identify any real or perceived conflicts of interest and may be required to undergo additional screening.

Please Note: Successful applicants will have the following information about them made publicly available on the Public Agency Secretariat Website: name, biography, public agency, and position title.

Agency Website:

http://www.aer.ca

Link to Enabling Legislation:

http://www.kings-printer.alberta.ca/documents/Acts/r17p3.pdf