Job Title: Executive Director, Oil Sands, Coal and Mineral Operations
Job Requisition ID: 83207
Ministry: Energy and Minerals
Location: Edmonton
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Hours of Work: 36.25
Regular/Temporary: Temporary Assignment (Up to 2-years)
Scope: Open Competition
Closing Date: May 25, 2026
Classification: Executive Manager I
Alberta Energy and Minerals has a focused agenda on diversifying markets for Alberta's resources, promoting environmentally responsible development and encouraging investment that builds economic prosperity, including Indigenous participation in the natural resource economy. As a steward of the social, economic, and environmental impacts of resource development, we examine energy options and advancements in energy processing.
For further information, visit the ministry website: https://www.alberta.ca/energy-and-minerals
Reporting to the Assistant Deputy Minister, Energy and Operations, the Executive Director, Oil Sands, Coal and Mineral Operations provides strategic leadership for the planning, implementation, and administration of Alberta’s oil sands, coal, and mineral and royalty regimes. These frameworks sustain multibillion‑dollar investments and generate significant bonuses and royalty revenues for the Crown.
The Executive Director is responsible for recognizing and understanding the current and future expectations related to oil sands, coal, and mineral operations, and for ensuring the effective implementation of comprehensive policy and legislative frameworks. The role includes strategic oversight of complex information systems and administrative functions that support departmental and industry operations. This includes providing strategic advice and recommendations to senior departmental officials on oil sands, coal, and mineral disposition and royalty regime priorities and issues. The Executive Director fosters a collaborative, relationship‑focused culture and builds strong partnerships with developers, industry associations, other government departments, and agencies to proactively understand and address matters related to royalty frameworks.
As a key member of the division’s executive team, the Executive Director serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, builds strong relationships with industry, partner ministries, and agencies, and drives collaboration, alignment, and integration across the Energy Operations Division in support of divisional objectives. In addition, the Executive Director will provide technical advice to support policy development and will oversee the royalty frameworks while managing branch resources and direct operations to deliver key outcomes.
You are a skilled and highly credible leader, you demonstrate strong leadership and project management capabilities, with the ability to lead teams and deliver results. You are a seasoned collaborator, and you provide clear direction, and excel at navigating complex issues. You bring a solid understanding of the energy industry, including royalty frameworks, along with significant experience in the development and implementation of legislation and policy. Your senior leadership experience includes working closely with energy industry stakeholders, supported by a strong understanding of government processes. You have a proven track record of building high-performing teams and driving strategic outcomes.
A related post-secondary degree is required (e.g., commerce, geology, or engineering), combined with relevant experience. A graduate degree in a related field, such as oil sands engineering or land management is considered an asset.
$5,896.55 - $7,749.28 bi-weekly ($153,902.57 to $202,256.21 annually)
Final candidates will be required to undergo a security screening.
This is a Temporary Assignment (Up to 2 years).
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