Reliability Standards 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

Reporting to the Legal Manager, Technical, Operating and Reliability Rules and Standards, the Reliability Standards Analyst is a member of the AESO's Legal & Regulatory Affairs team, the Reliability Standards Analyst works on a wide variety of matters, with a special focus on Alberta reliability standards (ARS), and with responsibility for delivering advice that is in the best interests of the AESO, industry participants and Albertans.

The Reliability Standards Analyst works collaboratively as part of the AESO Legal Department to achieve the AESO's strategic and business goals, ensure compliance with the AESO's public interest mandate and regulatory legal obligations, and assists with proactively mitigating risk and preventing legal liability.

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.

Signs you will enjoy working in this team:

• You thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment and are looking for an opportunity to embark on transformative industry change.

• You enjoy working in a team of bright professionals and participating in lively debates.

• You embrace change and pivot and adapt with ease.

• You like working in a diverse atmosphere - our team celebrates our colleagues' varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

• You have a curious mind and appreciate opportunities to be innovative and to learn and think independently.

• You demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and professional etiquette, allowing you to easily collaborate with a variety of people, projects, and programs of moderate to high complexity and scope.

• You have exceptional verbal and written communication skills and experience dealing with technical information.

• You demonstrate excellent attention to detail, critical thinking skills, and problem-solving capabilities.

• You can work independently with confidence under time constraints, while providing value added client service.

• You are an energetic self-starter, comfortable taking initiative.

Accountabilities include:

• Drafting and assisting in the development of ARS and any associated ISO rules, updates to the AESO's Consolidated Authoritative Document Glossary (CADG), Information Documents (IDs), and associated documentation (including work plans).

• Engaging with NERC and other bodies as required for the development of ARS while ensuring knowledge sharing within the AESO.

• Knowledge of the AESO's mandate, business, and an awareness of stakeholder relations.

• Clear understanding of the regulatory framework and associated internal and external processes.

• Working with the ARS core team to ensure efficient and effective development of ARS.

• Assisting in the preparation of stakeholder consultation materials and provide support during stakeholder consultation sessions.

• Knowledge of processes with respect to Alberta Utilities Commission (AUC) proceedings, preparation of submissions to the AUC and assisting with the AESO's participation in proceedings.

• Developing and maintaining professional relationships with internal clients and external stakeholders as required.

• Providing ongoing support to the Legal Managers as required.

You have:

• University Degree with 5+ years of experience in business analyst, technical writing, or equivalent experience, ideally in an electric utility or regulatory setting.

• Understanding of the Alberta electricity industry, legislation and regulatory structure, and knowledge of ISO rules and AESO, NERC and WECC reliability standards is an asset.

Application deadline: October 20, 2024

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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As noted, the AESO is mandated to maintain the safe and reliable operations of the provincial power grid. As part of meeting its obligations, the AESO may require the successful candidate to undergo a criminal background check for the position. This collection of personal information for the purposes of a check will be conducted in accordance with Section 33 of the FOIP Act.