Regional Field Officer

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Job Information

Job Title : Regional Field Officer (x3)

Job Requisition ID : 78093

Ministry : Public Safety and Emergency Services

Locations : 1 x Red Deer and surrounding area, 1 x Grande Prairie and surrounding area, 1 x St. Paul and surrounding area

Full or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Permanent / Temporary : Permanent

Scope : Open Competition

Closing Date : January 12, 2026

Classification : Program Services 4

Salary : $3,056.50 to $4,006.62 bi-weekly ($79,775 – $104,573 per year)

Agency Overview

A Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA), under the authority of the Emergency Management Act, leads coordination and co‑operation of all organizations involved in emergencies and disasters. It focuses on prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery, ensuring that vital public services remain available during crises.

Role Responsibilities

• Act as the primary interface between AEMA programs and stakeholders, including municipalities, First Nation communities, Metis Settlements, and elected officials.
• Provide advice and expertise to local authorities to enhance their emergency management capabilities.
• Monitor, liaise, and advise on emergency plans to maintain a consistent standard of preparedness aligned with legislation and best practice.
• Coordinate and deliver training on a variety of emergency management topics across the region.
• Guide stakeholders in accessing grant programs to finance local and regional initiatives.
• Promote and deliver public‑education initiatives to increase awareness and readiness.
• Support the Manager, Field Operations, and Manager, First Nations Field Operations in planning and reporting.
• Develop and execute local / regional exercises and provide subject‑matter expertise during responses and recoveries, typically involving travel to affected communities.
• Maintain strong collaboration and communication to develop shared situational awareness of ongoing provincial disasters with stakeholders.
• Stand by on‑call duties in rotation with other regional and First Nations Field Officers.

APS Competencies

Competencies are essential behaviors for serving Albertans. For details, see the Alberta Public Service Competency Model : https : / / www.alberta.ca / system / files / custom_downloaded_images / psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Qualifications

Required

University‑level education in Emergency Management, Public Administration, General Management, or Emergency Services Administration plus 4 years progressively responsible experience; equivalent experience as described below.

Equivalency

Directly related education or experience may be considered on a “year‑for‑year” basis.

You Must Also Have

Assets

Additional Requirements

Employment Conditions

Term of Employment : Permanent Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Locations : Positions across AEMA North West, North East, and Central Regions with preference for candidates residing in those regions. Frequent travel required.

Security Screening : Final candidates will undergo screening.

How to Apply

Provide a cover letter demonstrating how you meet the advertised requirements, including education and experience, and include the position location(s) you are interested in in the first line. Submit your application online at the Alberta Government job portal. For more information on credential evaluation for applicants outside Canada, consult the International Qualifications Assessment Service or recognized Canadian credential evaluators.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies. All applications will be reviewed for the closest match to the requirements; only selected candidates for interviews will be contacted.

For further information or accommodation requests, please contact Dawn Bradbury (dawn.bradbury@gov.ab.ca).

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