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Job Information Job Title: Provincial Duty Officer Job Requisition ID: 78774 Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services Location: Edmonton Full or Part-Time: Full Time Hours of Work: 40 hours per week Permanent/Temporary: Temporary until October 31, 2026 Scope: Open Closing Date: January 23, 2026 Classification: Program Services 2 Salary: $2,345.14 to $3,076.28 bi-weekly ($61,208 $80,291 per year) AEMA Overview The Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA), under the authority of the Emergency Management Act, leads the coordination and cooperation of all organizations involved in emergencies and disasters. This includes emergency and disaster prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery. The AEMA is accountable and responsible to the Government of Alberta, to Albertans, to their communities, and to industry for the protection of people, their property, and the environment from the effects of emergency events. Alberta relies on a decentralized system for managing the various types of emergency events that occur every year. The AEMA accomplishes its objectives by leading the coordination, collaboration and cooperation between all entities involved in prevention, preparedness, response, and recovery activities within this diverse system. Provincial Duty Officer (PDO) Role The Watch Station/Provincial Duty Officer provides the 24 hours a day, 7 days a week operational capability for the Provincial Emergency Coordination Centre (PECC). The PDO monitors, analyzes and provides recommendations regarding hazards or emergencies that have impacts or potential impacts on Alberta community functions, Alberta and/or Albertans. The PDO provides situational awareness for executive decision-makers and elected officials. The Watch Station/PDO is the first point of contact for emergencies or disasters that are impacting the Government of Alberta (GoA), municipalities, First Nations, Mtis Settlements or federal partners and that require a GoA response. Responsibilities Respond to inquiries related to requests for information, advice on emergency techniques, and requests for assistance Build and maintain situational awareness of potential and ongoing public safety emergencies or disasters that impact Alberta and/or Albertans Disseminate information on potential or ongoing emergency or disaster events that may require a GoA response Support the PECC staff during a PECC elevation of Level2 or higher and other Provincial Operations Units and lines of work Ensure readiness of the PECC and Watch Station, including business continuity actions to maintain these critical services Research, write and edit material for publication and distribution to increase awareness and inform decision making Contribute to the maintenance and readiness of the PECC, alternate PECC, and MESA Competencies Creative ProblemSolving : Considering your options in a new way by challenging the typical process and considering others'' perspectives to find an alternative solution. Systems Thinking : Work in the APS is part of a larger system, where one person''s work affects another''s. We need to look beyond our work to consider our impact on others, understand connections and communicate clearly. Agility : Being flexible in an everchanging workplace. This includes expecting and supporting change and being able to assess a new priority''s impact on your job and others. Develop Networks : Proactively grow your networks and build trusting relationships with those you work with and may work with in the future. Build Collaborative Environments : Leading and contributing to a work environment that allows diverse people to work together productively to reach goals. Qualifications Required : University degree in a related field, no experience required; or equivalent as described. Equivalency : Directly related education or experience considered on the basis of 1 year of education for 1 year of experience, or 1 year of experience for 1 year of education. For example: related 1year certificate PLUS a minimum 3 years of experience; related 2year diploma PLUS a minimum 2 years of experience; related minimum 4 years of experience. The successful candidate MUST also have: Thorough knowledge and understanding of the four pillars of emergency management Thorough knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS) Intermediate to Advanced MS Office skills and social media platform proficiency Superior written and verbal communication skills A driver''s license and clear abstract required Air Brake program completion and willingness to obtain if required Assets: Understanding of GoA and AEMA emergency planning Familiarity with applicable legislation, regulations, and guidelines Term of Employment Temporary until October31, 2026 This is a 24/7 operation with shifts up to 12 hours. Hours of Work 40 hours per week. Location Edmonton. Additional Information Selected candidates will be required to complete a written assessment as part of the screening process. Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in. How to Apply Applicants are advised to provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply for a job online. Please visit more information. Please visit Recruitment Principles for more information. It is recommended applicants who have completed postsecondary studies from outside of Canada obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) (from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator; please visit the Alliance of Credential Evaluation Services of Canada for more information (It is recommended that applicants include the assessment certificate from IQAS or any other educational assessment service as part of their application. Closing Statement This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level. We thank all applicants for their interest. All applications will be reviewed to determine which candidate''s qualifications most closely match the advertised requirements. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted. 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