Regulatory Analyst

The Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is responsible for the safe, reliable, and economic planning and operation of the Alberta Interconnected Electric System. We provide open and non-discriminatory access to Alberta’s interconnected power grid and also facilitate Alberta’s competitive wholesale electricity market. The AESO strives to foster an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace where people feel respected and welcomed for who they are, together we deliver high performance and innovative results.

Job Description

The Regulatory and Transmission Services Team provides regulatory, mapping and cost support to connection and system projects. We also lead the implementation of the ISO Tariff, and new or modified rules and regulations in applicable AESO processes.

At the AESO, projects are executed in a matrix structure, and the Regulatory Analyst is assigned to multiple project execution teams. The position coordinates cross functionally with other technical specialists within the Grid Reliability business unit, including project management and engineering disciplines, and is also engaged with team members in business groups that specialize in tariffs, forecasting, legal, and stakeholder relations. This role also communicates with external parties, such as TFOs, DFOs, Market Participants and other stakeholders.

This full-time opportunity offers a competitive salary, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health and dental benefits, mental health support, a defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. We support a hybrid work environment, where the team is in the office on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Mondays and Fridays are flexible for where you work best.

You will enjoy working in this team:
- You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals, and work and learn in a diverse atmosphere - our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.- You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.- You work well with limited direction, both independently and within a team environment.- You value professionalism and understand the importance of collaborating in a cross functional environment, with a variety of people.- You have a strong business acumen, combined with the ability to think critically and provide solutions to problems.- You have excellent interpersonal skills and professional etiquette.- You are driven to personally achieve quality results in a timely and effective manner.

Accountabilities include but are not limited to:
- Reviewing and evaluating supporting technical materials to ensure compliance with AUC and ISO rules, regulations and AESO’s business practices.-
- Supporting PIPs for Connection and System projects.- Maintaining a clear understanding of the Alberta regulatory framework for electricity transmission projects.- Monitoring and assessing the impact of any regulatory changes to applicable AESO processes and procedures.-
- Performing regulatory risk assessments including proposing suitable controls and mitigation strategies to the identified risks.- Preparing, maintaining and refining templates in adherence with established AESO processes.- Delivering high-quality documentation while maintaining project delivery schedules.- Assisting and supporting in the development and/ or revisions to ISO rules, business practices and other Transmission policy and regulations.- Supporting and contributing to change and process initiatives.

What you’ll bring to us:
- Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Science, Law, Business, or other related fields). Graduate degree will be considered an asset.- 4-8 years of hands-on regulatory experience; preferably in the electricity and power sector.- Previous exposure to the Alberta electricity industry, legislation and regulatory structure.- Demonstrated project management skills. Ability to prioritize, multi-task and manage multiple projects concurrently, meet defined timelines, with conscientious attention to detail.- Able to demonstrate previous experience with collecting, analyzing and evaluating complex information, and drawing logical conclusions.- Ability to identify risks and arrive at mitigation strategies and solutions to the risks.- Demonstrated capacity for technical understanding and willingness to develop a strong understanding of power systems engineering studies and reports, including probabilistic congestion assessments.- Experience with technical writing that conveys intended messages with clarity and precision.

Application deadline: September 25, 2025

If you are contacted for a pre-screening and/or interview, please advise of any accommodation measures required to enable you to fully participate. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

The Alberta Electric System Operator is unable to accept unsolicited agency resumes.

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