Duties
As a Technical Specialist for Indigenous Regulatory Oversight, you will report to a Field Operations Director and work closely with the Vice President (VP), representing Field Operations externally with Indigenous organizations, other Federal departments as well as internally at the CER across business units. You will provide expert knowledge and advice as a CER representative on various external committees and working group, leading the way in collaboration with other experts and leaders including other CER leaders, Indigenous collaborators, various subject matter experts, and Senior Management on matters related to compliance verification work, Indigenous risk models, and process improvements to advance the systemic model and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples of Canada. Specifically, key elements of the role will require you to:
- Represent the CER as a leader in various working groups and committees, such as the TMX Indigenous Monitoring Sub Committee;
- Initiate and lead process developments related to incorporating Indigenous Monitoring, notifications, Indigenous risk models, etc into CER structures;
- Consistently take a proactive leadership approach to identifying and resolving issues that may arise around a wide spectrum of concerns, interests, and opportunities associated with Indigenous participation in the lifecycle oversight of projects at the CER;
- Provide briefings to CER leadership on matters pertaining to the role;
- Liaise with CER regulated companies and other federal departments on multi-disciplinary matters generally related to advancing Indigenous participation and information sharing across organizations;
- Coordinate CER responses to incoming queries from various external organizations (Indigenous groups, other regulators, etc);
- Plan and coordinate engagement and team building events between Indigenous Monitors/Liaisons (IMs) and Inspection Officers (IOs);
- Develop and communicate means to incorporate feedback and concerns from IMs and Indigenous organizations into compliance verification plans for Field Operations;
- Train and coach IOs and IMs in matters related to conducting joint compliance work including technical, cultural competency, process requirements, conflict management, etc.
As reflected in the Essential Qualifications, this role requires a thorough understanding of the CER regulatory context, expertise conducting compliance verification work in Field Operations (designated and experienced Inspection Officer), strong communication & interpersonal skills, and demonstrated skill in working with Indigenous Peoples of Canada.
Work environment
The Canada Energy Regulator (CER) helps keep energy moving safely across Canada by reviewing projects, sharing energy information, and upholding world-class safety and environmental standards. Headquartered in Calgary, with regional offices in Montréal, Vancouver, and Yellowknife, the CER employs approximately 600 people.
Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers, the CER is committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve.
The CER is proud to be an employer of choice for Indigenous Peoples*. We support Reconciliation through meaningful actions, including access to Elders, cultural and community supports, paid and unpaid leave for traditional practices, one-on-one coaching, social and cultural events, and flexible work arrangements, including hybrid and telework options when needed.
- Indigenous Peoples refers to First Nation, Inuit, or Métis in North America.
Intent of the process
Intent to staff one term position. (Approximately 2 years.)
A pool of fully or partially qualified candidates may be created to fill similar positions at the same or lower levels, with varying language requirements, security clearances, conditions of employment, and appointment types (e.g., term, acting, assignment, or permanent).
This process may also result in a permanent appointment, even for candidates appointed on a temporary basis.
Positions to be filled
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Important messages
1. This position is subject to CER’s Professional Institute of the Public Service of Canada Collective Agreement.
The benefits offered may be different than those offered in the greater public service.
The CER has the following forms of additional compensation that are separate from base salary, the eligibility for which is determined, in accordance with the provisions in the collective agreement or terms and conditions of employment for the duration period specified:
- Annual performance pay which includes elements of individual performance and corporate performance.
- Annual market allowance which applies only to specified operational positions applies to this position; the allowance is paid in a single annual payment.
2. Application Requirements:
As part of your application, you will be required to answer screening questions related to the experience and asset qualifications. You must provide CLEAR, CONCRETE EXAMPLES with sufficient detail for each question. Responses such as “please refer to CV/résumé” will not be accepted. Applications that lack specific examples or sufficient detail may be rejected, as the Assessment Board must have enough information to determine whether the requirements are met.
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Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education: Bachelor’s degree from a recognized post-secondary institution in a field related to the duties of the job.
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Experience:
E1. Experience conducting field-based regulatory oversight activities within the CER, including working collaboratively with Indigenous Monitors in the planning and execution of compliance verification activities.
E2. Experience liaising and building effective working relationships with Indigenous organizations, regulated industry, and government departments to support coordination, information sharing, and collaborative outcomes.
E3. Experience facilitating discussions among multiple stakeholders with differing perspectives and synthesizing input into practical, documented solutions that are implementable and supported by those involved.
Applied / assessed at a later date
Organization-wide Competencies:
OC1 Leadership & Teamwork - Proficiency level: Guide
- Coaches others to make timely and effective decisions and removes barriers that impede improvement.
- Takes a leadership role in team and partnership building.
OC2 Accountability and Results Orientation - Proficiency level: Shape
- Takes responsibility for identifying and resolving gaps and issues of organization-wide importance.
- Proactively identifies and promotes high- quality solutions to organization-wide issues
- Makes business and policy decisions that affect the external reputation of the CER.
OC3 Initiative and Adaptability to Change - Proficiency level: Shape
- Designs and implements business system changes with broad internal and external application
- Facilitates cultural change initiatives and ensures quality management thinking is built into business-wide processes.
OC4 Written Communication - Proficiency level: Guide
- Communicates clearly, concisely and effectively in writing.
OC5 Oral Communication - Proficiency level: Guide
- Communicates clearly, concisely and effectively orally.
Technical Competencies:
TC1 Compliance Principles and Techniques – Proficiency level: Guide
- Provides expert advice related to compliance principles and follow up.
- Demonstrates solid professional judgement in a wide range of situations.
Competency Level Definitions:
Guide is defined as thorough knowledge and capability of the competency. Able to influence and guide others in its application.
Shape is defined as recognized as an expert. Shapes direction of the CER with regards to the competency.
May be applied / assessed at a later date
Asset Qualifications:
AQ1. Significant* experience working in a subject matter area directly related to the predominant topics of interest for Indigenous Monitors and Indigenous organizations including but not limited to environmental protection, heritage resources, archaeology, emergency response, safety, or damage prevention.
AQ2. Experience managing conflict effectively in the Reconciliation context.
AQ3. Experience supporting initiatives to Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples of Canada and implementation of the United Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
- Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired with having performed a broad range of various, complex related activities acquired over a period of approximately (10) ten years or more.
Organizational Needs:
To support employment equity objectives, diversity and inclusion and to meet business objectives, selection may be limited to a member of an equity seeking group.
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