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Emergency Preparedness Co-op Student Jobs in Calgary, Alberta, Canada at The Calgary Airport Authority
Title: Emergency Preparedness Co-op Student
Company: The Calgary Airport Authority
Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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Number of positions available: 1
Wage: $21/hour
Status: 12 month term (May 2025 – May 2025)
Closing Date: February 23, 2025
The Calgary Airport Authority is committed to creating an environment where our students are rewarded through meaningful work experiences and numerous opportunities to connect with employees, stakeholders, and other students just like you. Our program offers students an opportunity to gain valuable industry experience, knowledge, and contacts through full time work in their chosen field.
OUR TEAM
If you are passionate about emergency preparedness and understand the importance of customer service and running a high-performance operation, this is the role for you. Our Emergency Response Services Team works hard to maintain YYC’s emergency preparedness program to ensure our airport is safe and secure.
We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose travels beyond our runway into the communities we serve. We are about connections, stories, and life-defining adventures. We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are rewarded through meaningful work experiences.
The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport and collaborates with the many partners who make up YYC – from airlines to government agencies and retail outlets. This is an exciting time to join our #YYCCrew and drive YYC forward as one of Canada”s best airports!
What You Will DoUnder the supervision of the Manager, Emergency Preparedness, you will support the management and implementation of the YYC Airport Authority Emergency Preparedness Program. In our dynamic aviation environment, you will gain practical knowledge of emergency management in the Aviation industry and hands-on experience in Airport Operations and business continuity.
Responsibilities Include
Assist in the planning and implementation of the 2023 Full-Scale and Table-Top Exercises as per the Canadian Aviation Regulations and Canadian Aviation Security Regulations. This includes:
Developing realistic scenarios
Identifying exercise goals
Identifying stakeholders
Developing objectives
Assist with internal and external debriefs when required
Complete after-action reports when required
Assist with x-Matters in creating and deleting user accounts
Assist with the development of a business continuity program
Conduct weekly inspections of the Airport Emergency Operations Centre
Create and update user manuals, maps and documents for emergency preparedness training programs
Assist with the development and delivery of emergency preparedness training programs
Assist with administrative duties as well as attending meetings and preparing minutes for distribution
Update and maintain contact database
What You Bring
Pursuing a diploma or bachelor’s degree in emergency management
Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
Strong knowledge of computer programs, including proficiency in MS Office
Ability to work both independently and in a team to meet deadlines and achieve the team’s overall objectives
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to engage collaboratively and effectively with internal and external teams, clients, and other associated stakeholders
WHAT ELSE?
To qualify as a co-op or internship student, you must be enrolled i…
