We’re Hiring!
Executive Assistant, Natural Gas
Calgary, AB
Alberta Petroleum Marketing Commission (APMC) is a Crown agent established under the Petroleum Marketing Act to enhance the value of Alberta’s petroleum resources. Acting on government direction, the APMC manages the province’s royalty share of petroleum, oversees Alberta’s interest in the Sturgeon Refinery, and leads commercial ventures that support industry growth and benefit Albertans.
As an arm’s-length corporation of the Government of Alberta, the APMC is driven by performance, accountability, and innovation. Our team of professionals works with purpose and integrity to advance Alberta’s energy future.
Join APMC and help build a responsible, innovative, and resilient future for Alberta—one decision, one project, one partnership at a time.
Responsibilities:
- Provide high-level executive support to the VP, Natural Gas, including strategic calendar management, meeting preparation, and ensuring readiness with relevant materials and briefings.
- Manage incoming communications, track and prioritize action items, and ensure timely follow-up using sound judgment and alignment with the Chief of Staff.
- Coordinate and support team operations, including planning cycles (goals, budgeting, reporting), meeting logistics, and preparation of presentations, agendas, and briefing materials.
- Support leadership and governance activities by drafting and editing Board materials, coordinating recruitment and onboarding, managing expenses, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
- Lead and contribute to special projects, including research, analysis, and synthesizing complex information into clear reports for senior leadership and external audiences.
- Maintain confidentiality, ensure compliance with policies and records management practices, and foster strong cross-functional relationships across the organization and with external partners.
Qualifications:
The incumbent demonstrates an unwavering degree of the APMC values: performance, integrity, and collaboration. All APMC roles share the job competencies of adaptability, initiative, communication, interpersonal, results driven, and performance will be reflective of these competencies.
- Advanced education in business administration diploma or degree is considered an asset.
- Minimum of 5-7 plus years of experience working with C-Suite Executives.
- Preference for candidates with a familiarity with Natural Gas Marketing.
- Direct work experience within the oil and gas commercial business with a background and knowledge across commercial functional areas (Deal Capture, Contracts, Scheduling, Risk, Invoicing & Accounting) is highly valued. Exposure to other energy industry segments will contribute to success in the role (crude oil, liquids, petrochemicals, foreign exchange, tax, legal, etc.).
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-tasked environment with grace, positivity, and a calm demeanour.
- Proven organizational and time management skills.
- A resourceful teammate that is proactive and demonstrates flexibility in adjusting to changing and often ambiguous work priorities.
- Ability to apply discretion and autonomy to make decisions within defined parameters.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with different various levels of the organization and leadership.
- Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (e.g.: Excel, Word, Visio, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
- Excellent time management skills to ensure effective completion of all day-to-day activities.
- Ability to handle multiple issues/tasks seamlessly and calmly while consistently demonstrating respect and integrity.
- Flexibility to work overtime, if required, to address urgent matters or tight deadlines.
Additional Information:
- All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
Why Work with Us?
At APMC, we offer more than just a job—we offer a career with purpose. Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and impact as we help shape Alberta’s energy future.
What You Will Get:
- Immediate Vacation: No waiting period—your time off begins when you do.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Health, Dental & Wellness support including Health Spending Account.
- Hybrid Work Model: Remote Mondays and Fridays.
- Flexible Support: Benefits that adapt to your lifestyle.
- Meaningful Work: Be part of a team that manages Alberta’s petroleum resources with accountability and vision, helping shape the province’s energy landscape.