Energy Resources Specialist

Government of Northwest Territories; Inuvik; On-site; CAD 116,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of the Northwest Territories seeks an Energy Resources Specialist to provide strategic advice and technical expertise on energy, including oil and gas exploration, development, land use planning, and regulatory initiatives. The role supports ITI's mandate to promote sustainable economic development in the Northwest Territories.

The position requires a bachelor’s degree and several years of related experience in resource management or policy development, with a focus on energy sectors

Qualifications

• Knowledge of departmental mandate, priorities, Acts and Regulations.
• Understanding energy exploration sectors and Indigenous relations.
• Knowledge of geological concepts and economic theory.
• Knowledge of public policy development and petroleum resource evaluation.
• Familiarity with Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act.
• Understanding Indigenous rights and Northern context.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic advice and technical expertise on energy resources.
• Support land use planning, conservation initiatives and regulatory initiatives.
• Advise on energy policy and regulatory development.
• Collaborate with Indigenous communities and Northerners.

Skills

Department knowledge

Policy awareness

Energy sector familiarity

Indigenous relations awareness

Regulatory understanding

Public administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in earth science or related field

Job description

Department Information

The Department of Industry, Tourism and Investment (ITI) works through wide-ranging partnerships and initiatives to deliver quality programs and services that promote and support economic development, diversification and prosperity in the interest of Northwest Territories residents – their businesses and communities.

Job Information

Reporting to the Manager, Energy Resources, the Energy Resources Specialist is responsible for providing strategic advice and technical expertise on energy, including oil and gas exploration and development as well as land use planning, conservation initiatives, and regulatory initiatives.

The Department of ITI is mandated to carry out the development, implementation, and monitoring of programs and services to promote and support the growth of the NWT economy, prosperity and socio-economic development. ITI programming strives to create a positive climate for industry that will attract investment capital, stimulate economic growth, support sustainability, and support growth in new business and job opportunities and benefits for Northerners.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of departmental mandate, goals and objectives, priorities, Acts and Regulations, agreements, frameworks, strategies, and policies
• Knowledge of the operating environment and structure of the Canadian and NWT energy exploration and development sectors and broader resource development, Indigenous relations issues and environmental issues and assessment
• Knowledge of geological concepts and economic theory
• Knowledge of public policy and performance theory and principles, development, analysis and evaluation and their application to petroleum resource development
• Knowledge of federal legislation affecting departmental activities, including the Mackenzie Valley Resource Management Act
• Knowledge of the history, culture, political and economic aspirations of Indigenous people and other Northerners, Inherent Rights, Treaty Rights, Section 35 of the Constitution, and the Duty of the Crown
• Knowledge of the interconnectedness and paramountcy of acts, regulations, case law, and policies

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

Completion of a bachelor's degree in earth science, engineering, public administration, policy studies, social sciences, resource management, law, or a related field, and three (3) years of relevant and progressive experience in the resource industry, resource management, policy or legislative development, or research related to the resource sector.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel [phone] Ext 15644
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

More Information

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Employment in some positions requires an acceptable criminal records check. Possession of a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify candidates from further consideration.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28110

Closing Date: September 8, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $59.62 per hour (approximately $116,259 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $14,304