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Lloydminster

Municipal Accountant

Lloydminster, AB · On-site

CA$39.86 - CA$43.53/hr

The Municipal Accountant will support the production of monthly reports, provide analysis and ... Support the implementation of new policies and procedures. * Commitment to continuous improvement.

ATCO

Electrical Technologist, Entry

Slave Lake, AB

CA$2.9K/wk

As an entry level Electrical Technologist at ATCO Electric, you'll dive into a world of hands-on ... Engage in troubleshooting electrical equipment and systems, assisting in analyzing failures and ...

Babcock & Wilcox

Account Manager

Edmonton, AB

This is an entry level position that provides an exciting opportunity for a motivated individual to ... Vacation policy focused on fostering a productive work / life balance * Comprehensive compensation ...

Clark Builders

Human Resources Generalist

Edmonton, AB · On-site

Administer and communicate Human Resources (HR) related programs, policies, and procedures to ... Suggest entry-level employee development and provide input to BU training plan. * Conduct exit ...

Canada West Land

GIS Technician

Calgary, AB · On-site

ANALYSIS & REPORTING * Run buffer, intersection, and overlay analyses under guidance * Monitor ... Experience * Entry-level role; experience with GIS software or in a mapping-related role is an ...

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How much do entry level policy analyst jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level policy analyst in Alberta is $54,928.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,500.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by entry level policy analysts when transitioning from academic studies to a professional policy environment?

Entry level policy analysts often find the transition from academia to the workplace challenging due to the fast-paced nature of policy work and the need to produce concise, actionable briefings for decision-makers. Unlike academic research, which can be in-depth and theoretical, professional policy analysis requires synthesizing information quickly, meeting tight deadlines, and clearly communicating complex ideas to non-expert audiences. Collaborating with more experienced colleagues and adapting to shifting priorities within a policy team are also common aspects new analysts must learn to navigate. Support from mentors and proactive engagement in team discussions can ease this transition.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Entry Level Policy Analyst, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Entry Level Policy Analyst, you need strong research, analytical, and written communication skills, typically supported by a bachelor’s degree in public policy, political science, economics, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools like Excel, policy analysis software, and experience with legislative tracking systems are common technical requirements. Critical thinking, attention to detail, and the ability to clearly present complex information make candidates stand out in this role. These skills ensure well-informed policy recommendations, effective communication with stakeholders, and contribute to successful policy development and evaluation.

What Does an Entry-Level Policy Analyst Do?

As an entry-level policy analyst, you study and analyze how laws and regulations can affect public policy. A significant amount of these jobs involve working with the federal government. Your responsibilities include analyzing information surrounding laws and regulations, evaluating how they affect the public, and creating written presentations about your findings. Your duties may also include either writing or assessing a proposal for new laws and regulations.

What are entry level policy analysts?

Entry level policy analysts are professionals who assist in researching, evaluating, and developing policies for organizations, government agencies, or think tanks. They collect and analyze data, prepare reports, and help assess the effectiveness of current or proposed policies. Typically, these roles are suited for recent graduates and those with limited professional experience, offering opportunities to build expertise in policy research and analysis. Entry level policy analysts work under the supervision of senior analysts and may contribute to policy recommendations and briefings.

What is the difference between Entry Level Policy Analyst vs Policy Associate?

AspectEntry Level Policy AnalystPolicy Associate
Required CredentialsBachelor's degree in public policy, political science, or related fieldBachelor's degree, often with some experience or internship in policy work
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, think tanks, NGOs, consulting firmsNonprofits, government offices, research organizations
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly used in public sector and policy researchUsed across similar sectors, often interchangeable with policy analyst roles
Search & Comparison IntentPeople looking for entry-level policy research rolesIndividuals exploring similar entry-level policy positions

Both roles typically require a bachelor's degree and involve policy research, analysis, and reporting. The main difference lies in job titles used by employers; 'Policy Associate' may sometimes imply a slightly broader or different organizational context, but both are entry-level roles focused on policy analysis and research.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Policy Analyst job openings in Alberta as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 82% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,928 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Principal Analyst, Large Load Intelligence - 26150

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Calgary, AB

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Job description

Description
Why YOU want this position
At Enverus, we're committed to empowering the global quality of life by helping our customers make energy affordable and accessible to the world. 
We are the most trusted energy-dedicated SaaS company, with a platform built to maximize value from generative AI, and our innovative solutions are reshaping the way energy is consumed and managed. By offering anytime, anywhere access to analytics and insights, we're helping our customers make better decisions that help provide communities around the world with clean, affordable energy.
The energy industry is changing fast. But we've continued to lead the way in energy technology, creating intelligent connections across the entire energy ecosystem, from renewables, power and utilities, to oil and gas and financial institutions. Our solutions create more efficient production and distribution, capital allocation, renewable energy development, investment and sourcing, and help reduce costs by automating crucial business operations. Of course, this wouldn't be possible without our people, which is why we have built a team of individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds.
Are you ready to help power the global quality of life? Join Enverus, and be a part of creating a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.

The role
You'll be in the room, virtually and physically, with the hyperscalers, utility executives, IPP developers, and institutional investors deciding where the next wave of data centers and electrified industrials connect to the grid. Most client questions land somewhere on the same three axes: where to site new load, what the local utility's rates and tariffs actually mean, and what the surrounding power market looks like. Your work won't sit in a dashboard; it'll shape billion-dollar siting decisions, rate case filings, and IRPs across North America.
 
This role reports to Ryan Luther, who leads the broader Power & Renewables Intelligence group.
 
This is an in-office role based at our Calgary headquarters with regular travel to the US for client meetings and conferences.
 
A day on the team
 
  • Take a 30-minute call from a hyperscaler's energy procurement lead trying to compare utility tariffs and siting attractiveness for a 500 MW build.
  • Read a rate case order over coffee and translate its implications for a private equity client by lunch.
  • Write a 600-word note under your byline on what last week's IRP filing means for new large-load tariffs.
  • Walk a developer's commercial team through the interconnection landscape across PJM, ERCOT, and MISO.
  • Get on stage at an industry conference and field the hard questions about transmission queue reform and large-load policy.
How we work
Most research shops give ownership of the hardest problems to the most senior person on the team; everyone below executes. We do the opposite. Every analyst, even at entry-level, owns their projects end-to-end and pulls in senior team members for guidance. That hands-on, problem-by-problem ownership is how you build the confidence and judgment to add real value to our clients, and it's the single biggest reason people stay on this team.

Who thrives on this team
 
  • Your intelligence is broad, not narrow. You aren't the world's expert on power flow analysis, but you're smart enough to master it if put to the task. You're more interested in solving the whole problem than being the deepest specialist on one piece of it.
  • You ask for help early. You'd rather make ten phone calls and look slightly less smart than struggle alone for two weeks.
  • You understand that excellent and on time outperforms perfect and late.
  • You'd rather write a tight one-pager than a 40-slide deck.
  • You take the work seriously, not yourself.
  • You seek to be a direct contributor to infrastructure development, bridging the gap between data analysis and real-world implementation.
What you'll own
 
  • Large load and data center research. Build and maintain the definitive view on the pipeline, siting, and operational characteristics of hyperscale data centers and other large industrial loads across North America.
  • Siting frameworks. Develop how clients evaluate location attractiveness across transmission capacity, interconnection queues, utility tariffs, latency, water, land, and policy. Make those frameworks the ones the market relies on.
  • Utility rate cases & IRPs. Track and interpret rate case filings, integrated resource plans, large-load tariffs, and special contracts, and translate them into actionable insight for clients on both sides of the meter.
  • BTM integration. Cover the economics, reliability, and emissions implications of behind-the-meter generation, storage, and microgrid configurations supporting large loads.
  • Client engagement. Independently lead calls and presentations with corporate strategy teams, hyperscalers, utilities, IPPs, and institutional investors. Become the name clients ask for.
  • Published research. Author and publish notes, reports, and dashboards through the Enverus Prism platform that get quoted in trade press and earn invites to industry stages.
  • Cross-team collaboration. Partner with Power Market Fundamentals, Power Assets, and Commercial teams so your work compounds with theirs.
  • Must-haves
  • You're someone people remember after a meeting: clear, confident, curious, and easy to spend an hour with. You can hold your own with a utility CFO, a developer's commercial lead, and a hyperscaler's VP of energy in the same afternoon.
  • Direct experience with at least two of: utility rate cases, IRPs, large load siting, generator interconnection, or large customer tariffs. That experience can come from a utility, hyperscaler, developer, consultancy, law firm, ISO/RTO, regulator, or research/data provider.
  • Working knowledge of utility regulation: cost-of-service ratemaking, IRP processes, and FERC / state PUC dynamics.
  • A track record of doing real things well, academic or professional or otherwise. We care more about what you've built than your GPA.
  • Comfort translating dense regulatory and technical material into clear, actionable insight for executive audiences.
  • Willingness to live in Calgary and travel to the US for client meetings, conferences, and site visits.
Helpful, but not required
  • Python, SQL, or advanced Excel modeling.
  • Hands-on experience designing BTM generation, storage, or microgrid systems.
  • Professional designation (P.Eng., JD, MBA, MS/PhD).
  • Existing relationships in the hyperscaler, utility, or developer community.
  • What success looks like in your first 12 months
  • You own large load coverage end-to-end and become the name clients ask for by Q3.
  • You publish at least one piece of research that gets quoted in trade press.
  • You're on stage at two industry conferences and host a quarterly client roundtable.
  • You partner with product and data science to ship something on the Prism platform that wouldn't exist without you.
  • You build the relationships across Power Market Fundamentals, Power Assets, and Commercial that compound your work.
About Enverus & this team
Enverus is the leading energy SaaS company delivering highly technical insights and predictive/prescriptive analytics that empower customers to make decisions that increase profit. We are a strategic partner to more than 6,000 customers in 50 countries, delivering business-critical insights to the global energy industry through a state-of-the-art SaaS platform built on industry-leading data and analytics.

Our Power & Renewables Intelligence team produces research for institutional investors, hyperscalers, IPP developers, utilities, and corporate strategy teams. If you want to shape how the North American grid gets built over the next decade, this is the place to be.

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