Metis Credible Assertion Analyst

Role Responsibilities

In this analyst position, you will collaborate, support, and provide data analysis, report writing, and file administration to the assertion files that are led by a Métis Credible Assertion Advisor. You will provide supplemental review of material submissions, co-drafting correspondence or other documents, help prepare and provide support for meetings, and co-present to the cross-ministry roundtable.

As the ideal candidate, you will have research and analytical skills that will produce evidence-based, comprehensive and reliable results. The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues, as well as independently, to deliver results and evaluative and critical thinking skills will be required to support effective review and analysis. As well, having a knowledge of current Indigenous issues within an Alberta context, relevant Canadian law and history as it relates to Indigenous peoples and knowledge of Alberta’s Métis Credible Assertion process and criteria will be an asset to provide the support needed in this role.

APS Competencies

APS Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.
 

• Systems Thinking: Ability to integrate the broader context in identifying emerging issues, challenges and opportunities.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Ability to lead and contribute to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively achieve outcomes.
• Drive for Results: Ability to know what outcomes are important and maximizes resources to achieve results, while maintaining accountability within the Government of Alberta, to stakeholders and Indigenous peoples.
• Develop Networks: Ability to proactively build networks, connect, and develop trust in relationships with different government and non-government stakeholders. Agility: Proactively incorporates changes into processes.

Qualifications

A University degree in a related field (Indigenous Studies, Public Policy, History, Political Science, Geography, Anthropology, etc.) supplemented by a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible related experience is required.

Equivalency:
Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of:

• 1 year of education for 1 year of experience; or
• 1 year of experience for 1 year of education.

Required experience includes:

• Research and analysis skills.
• Critical thinking and solution-focused problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.

Preference will be given to candidates with some of the following skills:

• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Indigenous peoples, governance, culture, history, community dynamics and protocols.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of historical and current legislation related to Indigenous peoples and the impacts of this on First Nations and Métis peoples in Alberta and Canada.
• Established working relationships and/or networks with Indigenous communities and individuals that may include specialized training or lived experience.
• Strong political acumen
• Demonstrated knowledge of Alberta’s Credible Assertion Process and Indigenous Consultation policies and guidelines.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Notes

Position information: 

• 36.25 hours per week, 8:15 – 4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday.
• This is a Full-time, 12 month temporary opportunity until approximately March 2026.
• This is a Limited Competition.  In order to be eligible you must be a temporary or permanent salaried employee of the Government of Alberta.  
• Location: Based in Edmonton.

Other information:

• In your resume, please include dates (including months and years) associated with all education and work experience. Also, please indicate whether your work experience is casual, part-time or full-time. For example: January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs shifts/week).
• A cover letter outlining which position you are applying for and how your experience relates to the qualifications of this role is required and may be used to assess your communication abilities..
• Occasional expectation of work outside regular work hours. - Written assessment may be used as part of the screening/selection process.
• This competition may be used to fill current and future vacancies across government at the same or lower classification.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the GoA has to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement
• Leadership and mentorship programs