Class Jobs in Airdrie, AB

The Opportunity:

The Emergency Preparedness & Resilience Planner supports the City's Municipal Emergency Management Program through community preparedness initiatives, public education, staff training, exercises, and stakeholder engagement. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Emergency Management and Business Continuity Planner, this position promotes a culture of preparedness and resilience by delivering emergency management education, supporting business continuity initiatives, assisting with emergency planning activities, and contributing to Emergency Coordination Centre and Emergency Social Services operations during exercises and activations. The position works collaboratively with City departments, partner agencies, and community stakeholders to strengthen organizational and community readiness for emergencies and disasters.

Responsibilities Includes:
• Support Emergency Management Program development and maintenance.
• Coordinate and deliver emergency management training, exercises and staff development.
• Lead community preparedness, public education and outreach initiatives.
• Support ECC, ESS and emergency response operations during activations and exercises.
• Assist departments with business continuity planning and program maintenance.
• Develop collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Other duties as assigned

You Bring:

• Diploma or degree in Emergency Management, Public Safety, Business Continuity, Emergency Services, Public Administration, Adult Education, or a related discipline required.
• ICS 100, 200 and 300 required.
• ICS Instructor considered an asset.
• Other ICS training considered an asset.
• Valid Class 5 Driver's License with a satisfactory abstract.
• Three to five years of experience in emergency management, public safety, community engagement, education, training, emergency services, business continuity, or a related field.
• Knowledge of emergency management principles, legislation, and best practices.
• Working knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Experience developing and delivering training programs, presentations, workshops, or public education initiatives.
• Experience engaging community groups, stakeholders, and partner organizations.
• Understanding of business continuity planning principles and organizational resilience practices.
• Strong written, verbal, facilitation, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and other business technologies.
• Municipal government experience is considered an asset.
• Passion for public education, community engagement, emergency preparedness, and resilience.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and relationship-building skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to present information to diverse audiences.
• Strong organizational and project coordination abilities.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and professionalism.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Sound critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and service excellence.
• Ability to work effectively in dynamic and emergency environments.

We Offer:

Along with a competitive compensation program and City paid health and dental premiums, our employees also enjoy:

• Excellent health, dental, paramedical, and benefits plan
• Career development and tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts, gym membership, social events, and health & wellness initiatives

Continuous learning through training and development is encouraged as are flexible work arrangements, when possible. We recognize that our people work best when they feel engaged in their environment and appreciated for their efforts and our overall benefits package reflects that.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time position based on a 37.5-hour work week. Please note that relocation assistance is not provided. The anticipated start date for this position is January 4, 2027.

Applicants are encouraged to include a cover letter with their application.