About the position
DutiesThe Group Lead, Regulated Energy Trade Statistics and Compliance (RETSC) is responsible for leading a multidisciplinary team that delivers high‑quality energy trade compliance oversight, data governance, system stewardship, and analytical products. The role ensures regulatory compliance, supports system improvements, manages human resources, provides executive advice, and drives continuous improvement in support of the CER’s strategic priorities.
Job Duties:
• Lead, guide, and develop the RETSC team, including consultants, to ensure effective workload management, strong performance, and consistent application of processes.
• Manage human resources activities, including recruitment, staff development, performance management, scheduling, workload prioritization, and administration of external contracts.
• Ensure compliance with Export–Import Reporting regulations and strengthen data quality assurance, validation, and governance processes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to reporting accuracy, data quality, and compliance performance.
• Lead and support maintenance, upgrades, and enhancements to the trade data collection application and other RETSC-related systems to ensure alignment with operational and regulatory requirements.
• Lead and manage complex multi-disciplinary projects related to energy trade oversight, energy information, and the production of energy trade data products and publications.
• Collect, review, and analyze complex data and information related to companies regulated under Part 7 of the CER Act and associated regulations.
• Provide high-quality technical analysis, briefings, recommendations, and memos to senior management, the Commission, and other CER staff on energy trade and compliance matters.
• Lead quarterly and annual reporting of the Departmental Results Framework (DRF) for energy trade and support improvements to regulated companies’ compliance performance.
• Ensure team outputs meet internal quality measures and operational service standards.
• Build relationships and collaborate with internal partners across the CER to support integrated planning, issue resolution, and data governance.
• Facilitate processes, solve problems, and recommend policy, process, and workflow changes to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Promote a positive team culture through coaching, open communication, performance feedback, and fostering team cohesion, morale, and professional growth.
• Adapt to shifting priorities in a fast‑paced environment while supporting continuous improvement.
Work environmentThe 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.
Intent of the process
Intent to staff: 1 term position(s) - Term for 3 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).
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.
2. 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
3. Application Requirements: As part of your application, you must submit a complete application, consisting of a résumé, as well as responses to screening questions which clearly demonstrate how you meet the essential education and experience listed under the essential qualifications, as well as any of the asset qualifications that may apply.
For each experience criterion, please provide CLEAR, CONCRETE EXAMPLES including the following information:
• Name of the organization where the experience was acquired;
• Title of the position occupied and duration (including dates) for which you exercised the functions;
• Specific details of tasks, projects, or accomplishments demonstrating how the experience was acquired.
The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process and the resume will be used to substantiate the information provided. Responses such as “please refer to CV/résumé” will not be accepted. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the screening criteria are met will be eliminated from consideration.
Please ensure you provide a valid email address that remains active throughout the selection process. All updates, including invitations and results, will be sent by email. We encourage applicants to check their inbox and junk mail folders regularly to avoid missing important messages.
4. The use of AI is prohibited: You must complete the assessment independently without external help, including unauthorized internet resources or Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools (for example, Copilot, ChatGPT or any other form of AI). You may be asked to explain or elaborate on your answers in a follow-up interview. Any violation may be investigated and result in serious consequences, including the rejection of your application.
5. This position is not eligible for full-time telework. The successful candidate will be required to work a minimum of two (2) days a week in the office.
You need (essential for the job)
Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following
Education: Graduation from a recognized university with an undergraduate degree in statistics, data analytics, economics, business, engineering, natural sciences, public policy or any other discipline relevant to the position.
Learn more about degree equivalency.
E1: Experience in leading teams, effectively supervising staff (includes assigning work, reviewing results, and providing feedback, managing workload as well as monitoring and assessing performance), and achieving desired outcomes through work planning and efficient resource allocation. Experience must include proven project management and experience leading teams through organizational changes.
E2: Significant* experience in preparing reports, memoranda, or technical analysis, and providing oral and written briefings to senior management** and internal and external stakeholders*** regarding complex**** energy related matters.
For the purposes of this staffing process:
*Significant experience is defined as the depth and breadth of experience normally acquired with having performed a broad range of various, multidimensional, and demonstrably impactful activities acquired over a period of approximately five (5) years or more.
** Senior Management is defined as Director General, Executive Director, Assistant Deputy Minister, President, Vice-President, Chief Executive Officer, Senior General Counsel or an equivalent to any of the above.
*** Internal stakeholders: Managers, Directors, VPs, and Governance bodies (e.g., the Commission);
External stakeholders: executives from regulated companies, other regulators (e.g., Statistics Canada, NRCan, CBSA), and/or intergovernmental partners.
**** Complex is defined as including at least three of the following characteristics: multidisciplinary, multijurisdictional, sensitive/confidential, affecting many partners or stakeholders, precedent setting, significant media interest, or having an impact on organization operations, capabilities, or programs.
Applied / assessed at a later date
Organization-wide and Business Competencies:
OC1: Leadership and Teamwork – Proficiency Level: Guide
OC2: Accountability & Results Orientation – Proficiency Level: Apply
OC3: Initiative and Adaptability to Change - Proficiency Level: Apply
OC4: Process and Project Management – Proficiency Level: Apply
OC5: Communication – Proficiency Level: Guide
Technical Competencies:
TC1: Regulatory Research and Analysis - Proficiency Level: Guide
Competency Level Definitions
Apply is defined as demonstrating sound understanding of the competency and ability to apply and contribute.
Guide is defined as thorough knowledge and capability of the competency. Able to influence and guide others in its application.
You may need (asset qualifications)
May be applied / assessed at a later date
A1: Post-graduate training or an advanced degree in a discipline related to the position.
A2: Experience working with data analytics and data visualization tools (i.e., Power BI) to develop analytical products and data interpretation.
A3: Demonstrated experience leveraging understanding of energy supply, markets or trade (domestic and international), energy economics, technologies, or analytical methods to inform decision‑making and advise senior leaders.
A4: Experience in leading team(s) of database users responsible for data management and reporting.
A5: Experience in managing IT projects involving complex system upgrades and application development.
A6: Experience in regulatory compliance in the Canadian energy industry (Oil, Natural Gas, Natural Gas Liquids, and Electricity), applying relevant policies, procedures and guidelines.
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. Preference may be given to qualified candidates who self-identify from the following Employment Equity Groups: Indigenous Persons, Visible Minorities, Persons with Disabilities and/or Women. We encourage you to indicate if you belong to one or more of the designated groups by completing the EE section in your application.