Specialist, Emergency Preparedness - Hybrid

Location: Calgary or Red Deer, Alberta is preferred. Other locations will be considered.

Employment Type: Full -Time - Limited Term - Anticipated duration 18 months.

Salary Range: SP3, Level 5, $92,320.00- $115,400.00 per year. The final compensation for this position will be determined based on individual factors, including education, qualifications, experience, and internal equity.

Emergency Preparedness Specialist - Hybrid

The Opportunity

The Alberta Energy Regulator (AER) is currently seeking an Emergency Preparedness Specialist to join the Regulatory Compliance (RC) branch. The Emergency Preparedness Specialist supports the AER's environmental protection and public safety mandate by leading and independently conducting complex compliance assurance activities (audits, reviews, educational activities, etc.) on industry operations in alignment with the Regulatory Compliance branch's Operational Plan.

In this role you will ensure industry's compliance with applicable rules and regulations and assures public safety and environmental protection around energy and mineral development in Alberta. This role also ensures that appropriate Emergency Response Plans (ERPs), as well as setbacks, are in place, so that industry maintains an effective level of preparedness and has the necessary resources and trained personnel in place to respond to an incident. In addition, this role assists in the review of Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), AER Hearing Commissions, as well as various action requests to support the enterprise.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Lead and independently conduct complex audits on Emergency Response Plans (ERPs) that are directly related to operations/activities within the AER's jurisdiction as per Directive 071.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and provide technical guidance as well as direction for AER application hearings (commissions), Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), Action Requests (ARs), and other internal initiatives, in relation to Directive 071.
• Train and provide technical evaluations regarding emergency preparedness, Directive 071, and land use planning, and explain the AER's emergency management program to internal and external stakeholders.
• Design, implement and lead audit surveillance plans, collect and analyze information from varied and numerous sources to determine compliance, resolve problems to support provincial and field center teams, and make recommendations to improve operations of the AER's Emergency Management Team in the emergency preparedness space as it pertains to ERP audits and Directive 071.
• Respond to and lead others in handling setback referral requests to ensure public safety in relation to energy sector development and land use planning, as mandated by the Municipal Government Act (MGA), by actively managing the Setback Referrals inbox as well as inquiries from industry regarding Directive 071 by actively managing the EPA Emergency Preparedness Assessor Helpline inbox.
• Assess industry's capability to respond to incidents through emergency response exercise evaluations by attending and reviewing industry exercises in the field to ensure credibility and effective ERPs are in place, and that these plans can be implemented by external parties (industry). Participate in, observe, and/or evaluate cross-government and industry-led exercises.
• Support the AER's Department Operations Centre (DOC), if activated, and play a role in the Incident Command System (ICS) based system, if required.

What we're looking for in you:

• Degree in emergency response, emergency management, or other related education.
• 5-7 years of experience in emergency response, emergency management in the energy sector.
• Academic and practical experience in emergency management principles, phases, and incident command, as well as a strong knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS) is preferred.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of AER's Directive 071: Emergency Preparedness and Response, as well as AER's emergency preparedness and response requirements, procedures is preferred.
• Experience with risk-informed decision making and the ability to multitask, manage multiple deadlines and priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Possess the qualities of a strong team player able to work within a high functioning team in both non-stressful and stressful environments.
• Comfortable with change and the ability to meet AER performance goals and maintain alignment with division goals and strong analytical skills and the ability to make sound recommendations based on expertise.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills with special attention to detail and technical accuracy.

Additional Information:

• All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada at the time of application.
• Pre-placement Medical required due to the physical elements of the role which include, walking on uneven surfaces and climbing stairwells, entering and exiting vehicles, driving long distances, and working in all weather conditions.
• Possess a fully valid class 5 driver's license along with a positive driving record.
• Additional training is required and will be provided, First Aid, H2S Alive, and Defensive Driver Training.
• Required travel on a possible monthly basis with potential overnight stays.
• This role participates in a hybrid work schedule and the work is comprised of 5% field work and 95% office work.
• If you need accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, please email Peopleservices@aer.ca. Information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

What we offer you:

• Great benefits from your first day of work
• Flexible Work Program - hybrid work and flexible hours
• Generous vacation entitlement and flex days

More information about working at the AER including our comprehensive Total Rewards package can be found in the careers section of our website https://www.aer.ca/providing-information/about-the-aer/careers/what-we-offer.

Our Commitment to Diversity:

At the AER, our values of Accountability, Collaboration, Transparency, and Trust & Respect are foundational to our culture - a culture where every individual, regardless of race, colour, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected factors, thrives and contributes their unique perspectives.

Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion fuels innovation, creating a brighter, more sustainable Alberta for all. Join us in shaping this dynamic future.

Application closing date: May 9, 2025, at midnight

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