Operational Analyst

Job title: Operational Analyst

Company: Government of Alberta

Job description: Job Information
Job Title: Operational Analyst (Royalty Administration)
Job Requisition ID: 64252
Ministry: Energy and Minerals
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week
Permanent/Temporary: Permanent
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: December 12, 2024
Classification: Administrative Support 6
Salary: ​$2,073.50 to $2,549.41 bi-weekly ($54,118 – $66,539/year)The Government of Alberta is committed to a diverse and inclusive public service that reflects the population we serve to best meet the needs of Albertans. Consider joining a team where diversity, inclusion and innovation are valued and supported. For more information on diversity and inclusion, please visit: .Ministry of Energy and MineralsThe Ministry of Energy and Minerals is responsible for sustaining the interests of Albertans through the stewardship and responsible development of energy and mineral resource systems.For more information on the work of our Ministry, please visit: .The Royalty Operations branch is responsible for accurate and timely calculation, assessment, collection and reconciliation of natural gas and conventional oil royalty. The branch is one of the primary drivers of revenue within the department, fostering relationships with the natural gas and oil industry, providing exceptional client service to ensure compliance with legislation and business rules.Role ResponsibilitiesAlberta Energy and Minerals has an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual looking to work within the dynamic environment of Royalty Operations.Due to the changing and complex nature of industry business, Royalty Operation’s work environment promotes teamwork and flexibility. You will be responsible for providing excellent front line client services to stakeholders in accordance with Royalty Operation’s procedures and regulations. Your success will derive from your understanding of the clients’ needs and your ability to build and maintain positive relationships by using effective communication. A demonstrated ability to collaborate with other team members, manage multiple priorities, analyze data, and make recommendations is essential to your success. Above all you must be comfortable in a continuously changing environment.Gas Royalty Operations is looking for a detail oriented and motivated individual to fill the role of Operational Analyst (Royalty Administration). With your keen eye for details, your outstanding interpersonal skills, and your analytical and problem-solving skills, you will be a valuable part of a team that contributes to the accurate assessment, levy, and collection of natural gas Crown royalties for production in Alberta.The Gas Royalty Operations unit is looking for one (1) Operational Analyst (Royalty Administration) responsible for:

• Providing quality client services to stakeholders and advising on interpretation of the Alberta Natural Gas Royalty Guidelines (Guidelines), policies, the Natural Gas Royalty Regulations (NGRR), and the Mines and Minerals Act (MMA).
• Contributing to the collection of underpaid natural gas royalty accounts.
• Answering complex issues or questions raised by internal or external stakeholders affecting Crown royalty collections, calculation, and assessment to ensure overdue royalty amounts are accurate and in compliance.
• Resolving account balances and accurately recording and associating incoming payments from clients.
• Administration of client gas royalty accounts in arrears and ensuring all collections procedures are followed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Utilizing various internal and external applications to research, retrieve, interpret, and analyze data related to all aspects of natural gas royalty calculation.
• Using organization, multitasking and prioritizing skills to meet multiple deadlines.
• Working as an individual or within a team to ensure operational and business requirements are met.
• Researching, investigating, analyzing, and proposing recommendations on emerging issues and projects.
• Assisting the Team Lead in organizing team business activities to ensure that goals and objectives are achieved in an efficient and innovative manner.
• Assisting the Team Lead in ensuring business and system processes comply with internal controls, to optimize efficiency and effectiveness of operations, to achieve Branch and Department goals.

Please click on this to view the job description for this position.APS CompetenciesCompetencies 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: .Critical Competencies:

• Systems Thinking – This position understands how their role may impact other business areas. Actions taken by this position need to be communicated to affected areas.

• Creative Problem Solving – Understands their roles and responsibilities; has knowledge of other team members roles and is able to work collaboratively in order to achieve the desired outcome. Is able to think outside the box when looking for efficiencies and/or resolving issues.

• Drive for Results – Is able to work efficiently independently as well as in a team. Is able to self monitor workload and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines. Asks for assistance when needed and also provides assistance to other team members if required.

• Agility – Is open to change and shows flexibility to new processes and system updates. Works collaboratively with team members to help with process changes and adjusting task priorities.

• Building Collaborative Environments – Is understanding how their role may impact other business areas. Actions taken by this position need to be communicated to affected areas.

QualificationsHigh school diploma and four years of related experience.Equivalency:Directly related experience or education considered on the basis of:

• one year of experience for one year of education or
• one year of education for one year of experience.

The following are considered as assets:

• An accounting diploma or Canadian Association of Petroleum Production Accountants (CAPPA) certificate is considered an asset.
• Robust Accounting experience would be an asset.
• Experience working with gas royalty business and industry processes relating to the reporting of gas royalties.
• Efficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Strong research and analysis in a financial setting.

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to .NotesThis is a full-time permanent position working 36.25 hours per week, Monday to Friday.Working location is Petroleum Plaza Building North Tower, Edmonton.A written test demonstrating Word and Excel aptitude may be used as part of the screening/selection process before interview.This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at equal or lower classification and salary.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.What GOA offers:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service –

. * Public Services Pension Plan (PSPP) –
. * Professional learning and development –
. * Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool –
. * 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.

How To ApplyApplicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit for more information. Please visit , for more information.It is recommended applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS)( ) or from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information ( ).It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application.Closing StatementThis competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidates’ qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.If you require any further information on this job posting or require an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Christie-Anne Silverthorn at .

Expected salary: $54118 – 66539 per year

Location: Edmonton, AB

Job date: Sat, 07 Dec 2024 03:13:20 GMT

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