Senior Policy Analyst

Job Information
Job Title:Senior Policy Analyst
Job Requisition ID:74734
Ministry:Affordability and Utilities
Location:Edmonton
Full or Part-Time:Full Time
Hours of Work:36.25hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Temporary
Scope:Open Competition
Closing Date: August 25 2025
Classification: Program Services 4 Market Adjustment
Salary: $2757.39 to $3604.17 bi-weekly ($71967 - $94068/year)

The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion please visit: and Utilities is responsible for leading and coordinating governments ongoing efforts to make everyday life more affordable with particular focus on the provinces utilities sector. To learn more about Affordability and Utilities follow this link: Responsibilities

Are you ready to shape the future of Albertas electricity system Consider joining a dynamic team where your expertise will help drive transformation to deliver affordability and reliability. Albertas electricity sector is a unique and in the midst of change as we innovate to adapt our policy frameworks to incorporate new technologies and meet the challenge of a shifting generation mix.

As a Senior Policy Analyst you will support the development and implementation of forward-thinking policies that deliver a resilient grid enable private investment and drive efficiency. You will collaborate with key agencies like the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) and the Market Surveillance Administrator (MSA) as well as key stakeholders.

If you are comfortable in the midst of complexity intellectually curious and able to integrate multidisciplinary sources of information into your advice - we want you on our team! This is your opportunity to influence high-impact decisions and contribute to Albertas energy future.

We are seeking a strategic and collaborative professional who takes a long-term values-driven approach to achieving organizational goals. Reporting to the Manager Generation and Transmission the Senior Policy Analyst provides a leading role in the development of expert advice and recommendations for public policy concerning Albertas electricity industry. The Senior Policy Analyst has a thorough understanding of the policy technical economic business and regulatory aspects of the electricity industry in Alberta.

Policy and Legislative Development

• Analyze legislative regulatory and market conditions to identify gaps and opportunities.
• Draft policies and regulations aligned with provincial objectives.
• Ensure policy alignment with overarching government strategies.
• Coordinate departmental input to support coherent policy development.

Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders including Government of Alberta departments municipal and federal governments electricity producers and consumers non government organizations and independent agencies such as Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) the Market Surveillance Administrator (MSA) the Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) and the Balancing Pool (BP).
• Facilitate consultation sessions and gather feedback to refine proposals and gauge impacts.

Electricity Market and Transmission Policy

• Consider Albertas deregulated market framework in the design and assessment of transmission policies.
• Collaborate with the Markets Policy unit and regulatory bodies to identify emerging issues.
• Recommend policy adjustments to address concerns.
• Use analytical skills to evaluate complex systems and identify root causes.