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Notice of Vacancies
National Energy Board
Members
Full-time position(s)
Salary Range: $168,500 - $198,200
Location: Calgary, Alberta
The National Energy Board (NEB) is an independent federal tribunal located in Calgary, Alberta. Its mandate is to promote safety and security, environmental protection, efficient energy infrastructure and markets, and to make decisions in the Canadian public interest within the mandate set by Parliament for the regulation of pipelines, energy development and trade. The NEB has a staff of approximately 400 employees and an annual budget of $60 million. It reports to Parliament through the Minister of Natural Resources.
Opportunities exist for one or more full-time Board member positions at the NEB. This recruitment process is being initiated to fill current and future openings.
The NEB consists of not more than nine full-time members, each appointed for a period of seven years. They must reside in Calgary, Alberta, or a location within reasonable commuting distance, and must be prepared to travel and work long hours when required. The principal role of NEB members is to make independent decisions in the Canadian public interest in the area of energy regulation.
Successful candidates for these positions should possess a degree from a recognized university in a relevant field of study or an acceptable combination of education, job-related training and/or experience. A degree in economics, engineering, environmental science, finance or law would be an asset.
The qualified candidates must have experience in dealing with energy-related or regulatory issues as well as extensive experience in taking decisions requiring an objective and careful balance of conflicting or contradictory considerations. The chosen candidates will have experience in the interpretation and application of legislation. Experience in dealing with economic, social and environmental issues within Aboriginal communities would be considered an asset.
The qualified candidates must have experience in dealing with energy-related or regulatory issues as well as extensive experience in taking decisions requiring an objective and careful balance of conflicting or contradictory considerations. The chosen candidates will have experience in the interpretation and application of legislation. Experience in dealing with economic, social and environmental issues within Aboriginal communities would be considered an asset.
The selected candidates must be able to analyze significant amounts of complex, technical information and make concrete decisions within a time frame constrained by service standards. They must have superior communication skills, both written and oral, with the ability to write clear and concise reports, analyses and decisions. The qualified candidates will have the capacity to reconcile divergent stakeholder positions, taking into account associated economic, social and environmental implications.
The ideal candidates must be respectful, fair and impartial as well as be tactful and discreet. Superior interpersonal skills, sound judgement, high ethical standards and integrity are also important requirements.
Proficiency in both official languages would be preferred.
Pursuant to the National Energy Board Act, Board members of the NEB must be Canadian citizens or permanent residents within the meaning of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act. Additionally, Board members must not, as owners, shareholders, directors, officers, partners or otherwise, be engaged in any such business of producing, selling, buying, transmitting, exporting, importing or otherwise dealing in hydrocarbons or electricity nor hold any bond, debenture or other security of a corporation engaged in any such business. Finally, they must devote the whole of their time to the performance of their duties and shall not accept or hold any office or employment inconsistent with their duties and functions.
The Government is committed to ensuring that its appointments are representative of Canada’s regions and official languages, as well as of women, Aboriginal peoples, disabled persons and visible minorities.
The preferred candidates must comply with the Ethical and Political Activity Guidelines for Public Office Holders. The guidelines are available on the Governor in Council Appointments Website, under "Reference Material" at www.appointments-nominations.gc.ca.
The selected candidates will be subject to the Conflict of Interest Act. Public office holders appointed on a full time basis must submit to the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, within 60 days of appointment, a confidential report in which they disclose all of their assets, liabilities and outside activities. For more information, please visit the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner’s website at www.ciec-ccie.gc.ca.
This notice has been placed in the Canada Gazette to assist the Governor in Council in identifying qualified candidates for these positions. It is not, however, intended to be the sole means of recruitment.
Further details about the NEB and its activities can be found on its Web site at www.neb-one.gc.ca.
Interested candidates should forward their curriculum vitae by January 31, 2012, to the Assistant Secretary to the Cabinet (Senior Personnel), Privy Council Office, 59 Sparks Street, 1st Floor, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A3, (613) 957-5006 (facsimile), GICA-NGEC@bnet.pco-bcp.gc.ca (email).
English and French notices of vacancies will be produced in an alternative format (audio cassette, diskette, Braille, large print, etc.) upon request. For further information, please contact Publishing and Depository Services, Public Works and Government Services Canada, Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0S5, 613-941-5995 or 1-800-635-7943.
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