Investigator

Location:All AERofficelocations will be consideredAlberta

Employment Type:Full Time Permanent

Salary Range:T3 Level5 $102000- $120000per year. The final compensation for this position will bedeterminedbased on individual factors including education qualifications experience and internal position may be eligible to receive a Northern Living allowance. Northern Living allowances are provided based on the location of the position and where an employee primarily works andresides.

Investigator

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator(AER)is seeking anInvestigator to jointheMajor Investigationsteam.We arelooking forsomeone who is skilled inplanning evidence gathering and briefingto complete complex investigationsrelating to Alberta energy development.At the AER our investigators are responsible for investigating breaches of energy and environmental legislationto uphold the enforcement backstop. This team is responsible for telling the full story to allow for fair and unbiased decision making.

Working in this dynamic field requires well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically.Clear concise communicationin presentations and in written reports is an important skill.The successful candidate must be able to adapt to change quickly and assess for new challenges and opportunities. Our success is due to the varied experiences and backgrounds of our team members.Our new investigator will have experience in investigating complex time sensitive andconsequential contraventions.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Triagewhat to investigate by reviewingsubmittedinspection and audit findings todetermineif an investigation iswarranted.

• Develop investigation plans that guide you and your team members through the process to ensuretime management anda successful outcome.

• Gather evidence though information requests witness interviews photography securing physical evidence researching historical records andutilizinginformation technology.

• Utilize critical thinking skills to analyze vast amounts of information and data to discover potential leads substantiate theories andultimately proveyour case.

• Write investigation reports that evaluate and summarise the evidence to enable unbiased and impartial enforcement decisions.

• Be the subject matter expert to provide guidance andadviceto AER staff on matters concerning the investigation processes techniques and the collection and preservation of evidence.

Whatwerelooking for in you:

• A bachelors degree in the fieldsofregulatoryoperationslawenforcementorresource management.

• Aminimum of 5 years of progressive experience relating to regulatory compliance and enforcement.Investigation experienceshould include planningevidence gatheringand analysis and report writing.

• Ability to compile and analyze technical details and apply critical thinking skills toovercomeobstacles and challenges that are presented during an investigation.

• A team player who is effective at collaborating with others and is willing to proactively seek advice and respectfully provide their opinion.

• Effective communication skills both verbal and writingtodocument and presentinvestigation findings.

Additional Information:

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.

• Pre-placementmedicalanda fully valid class 5 drivers license along with a positive driving recordis.

• This position will be subject to pre-employment background screening including a criminal record check.

• This position requires appointment as a Peace Officer in Alberta.

• Additionaltraining is required and will be provided: First Aid H2S Alive Driver Training.

• Occasional overnight travel to different AER office and field locations in Alberta.

• This role will be approximately 90% office work and 10% field work.

• 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. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Opportunity to make a difference and be part of a performance driven team thatis responsible forthe efficient safe orderly and environmentally responsible development of Albertas energy and mineral resources.

• The ability toleverageyourexpertiseand critical thinking skills to contribute in wide-rangingchallenging and complex work.

• Robust totalreward packages including; a competitive compensation program defined benefit pension plan(s) flexible benefits and wellness programs.

• Flexible work options and hours aligned with organizational policies.

More information about working at the AERs including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in thecareers section of our website.

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:September7 2026 at midnight