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

We are looking for an enthusiastic, reliable, professional individual to join our Policies & Governance team as a Governance Analyst. The Governance Analyst plays an integral role within the Policy & Governance Team, with primary responsibilities focused on supporting the AESO’s Corporate Secretary. The Governance Analyst ensures corporate readiness for Board and Committee meetings, attends all Board and Committee meetings, takes official minutes, maintains Board records, and develops, enhances, and maintains governance processes, tools, and technologies related to the Board governance.

In addition, the Governance Analyst supports the development of corporate policies and secondary governance documents (SGDs) in accordance with the Policy Management Policy (“PMP”) and assists with the development and implementation of the AESO’s Code of Conduct and related compliance processes.

The Governance Analyst reports directly to the Manager, Policy & Governance, and works closely with the Vice President, Law, General Councel and Corporate Secretary, other members of the Executive, Executive Assistants, and members of AESO Management to facilitate the effective functioning of the Board.

This full-time permanent opportunity offers room for growth, competitive compensation, and a variable pay program. We also have paid vacation and flex time, health & dental benefits, defined contribution pension plan, and learning and development opportunities as part of your overall compensation package. The AESO supports a flexible and hybrid work environment.

Signs you will enjoy working in this team:

• You have a desire and ability to take initiative, multi-task and work in a collaborative, demanding environment.
• You embrace change, pivot, and adapt with ease.
• You like working in a diverse atmosphere – our team and colleagues have varied backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

Signs you will enjoy this role:

• You have strong planning, coordinating, organizational, project management and time management skills.
• You show initiative and bring a positive, proactive attitude.
• You possess strong interpersonal, and relationship building skills and can handle requests or conflicts in a professional manner.
• You enjoy critical thinking and problem solving.
• You enjoy leveraging tools to their full capability to achieve the team’s objectives.

Accountabilities:

Board and Corporate Secretary Support Duties:

• Support the preparation of Board and Committee materials

• Attend Board and Committee meetings, record minutes, and track action items

• Manage Board document repositories (SharePoint), access controls, and user support

• Maintain Board records in compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements

• Research and recommend improvements to governance practices and documents

• Coordinate updates to governance documents, including charters, position descriptions, and bylaws

• Support Board Member onboarding, education, offboarding, and the annual evaluation process

• Prepare Board-related filings for the Government of Alberta and other corporate disclosures

• Maintain governance content on the AESO website

Policy Management Support Duties:

• Assist with the development and update of corporate policies and SGDs, including conducting research to ensure these documents are informed by evidence and best practices.
• Assist with the development of policy management tools, templates, schedules and training materials.
• Support the implementation of the AESO’s Code of Conduct, including training, conflict of interest screenings and mitigation actions, maintaining confidential records, and other related activities as needed.

What you’ll bring to us:

• Bachelor’s degree in policy studies, public administration, management, communications, or a related field. Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.
• Governance Professionals of Canada designation is an asset.
• A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in governance, corporate secretariat or in providing advice and support to a Board.
• High level of competence in the Microsoft office suite, including SharePoint Online, as well as Adobe and Diligent.
• In-depth understanding of corporate governance frameworks in general and, ideally, within a government agency context
• Excellent plain-language written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with Board Members, Executives, and internal and external stakeholders.
• Proven ability to thrive in high-pressure environments by effectively multitasking, prioritizing, meeting deadlines and escalating issues as appropriate.

Application deadline: July 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.

The Alberta Electric System Operator, and its members, officers, employees and agents (collectively, the "AESO") is committed to protecting personal information provided to it. When you submit your personal information to the AESO for the purpose of pursuing employment with the AESO, the collection, use and disclosure of personal information is in accordance with the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP Act) of Alberta.

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.