New Posting - Calgary Airport Authority

The Calgary Airport Authority is currently recruiting a full-time Airport Duty Manager

CLOSING DATE: 09/29/2013 16:00

PAY RATE:           $84,075 – $87,438 – $90,936 – $94,574

The Calgary Airport Authority is a not-for-profit non share capital corporation, responsible for the management, maintenance, operation and development of the Calgary International Airport and Springbank Airport under long-term leases from the Government of Canada

The Role

Reporting to Director, Operations, this safety-sensitive position is responsible for the safe and efficient 24/7 daily operations of the Airport. This includes day-to-day facility scheduling, coordination and operational response at the Calgary International Airport on a 24-hour basis. This safety-sensitive position has the following primary duties:

• During non-office hours, acts as the senior Airport Authority representative on site.
• Coordinate and assign the usage of common use facilities including aircraft gates, counters, baggage claim devices and make up units and aircraft parking stands.
• Resolve conflicts with respect to competing demands for the use of airport facilities.
• Assist in the coordination of work done by others to airport facilities with minimal impacts on airport operations.
•  Manage the Operations Center.
• Coordinate the implementation of all airport emergency procedures in the event of emergencies.
• Conduct routine inspections of airside, groundside, and the terminal facilities.
•  Provide direction, information, advice and guidance to all airport users.

Basic Requirements

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to deal with a wide variety of stakeholders with tact and diplomacy.
• Strong decision maker with ability to assess situations and recommend timely and appropriate courses of action.
• Able to work effectively as part of a team and independently with minimal supervision.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities within a dynamic and changing environment.
• A positive attitude and strong customer service orientation with the ability to build relationships at all levels within the airport environment.
• Ability to handle stress and deal with crisis situations in a calm manner and be able to manage others in a stressful environment.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, displaying ease in working with a variety of software applications, including the ability to maintain databases.
• Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and ability to obtain and maintain an Airfield Vehicle Operators Permit (AVOP).
•  Be available to work a 12-hour shift rotation, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Additional Requirements

A good working knowledge of Canadian regulations governing airlines and airports would be an asset.

How to Apply

1. EMail:  resumes@yyc.com
2. Mail:     

         Human Resources
         2000 Airport Road NE
         Calgary, AB
         T2E 6W5

     3. Fax:  403-717-2216
     4.  Apply Online  

All applicants are thanked for their interest but only qualified candidates will be contacted. The Calgary Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer.

Successful candidates will be required to obtain the Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).

Successful candidates for safety sensitive positions will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment, including an alcohol and drug test, by The Calgary Airport Authority's Medical Officer to confirm fitness for work.

The Calgary Airport Authority complies with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA). By forwarding your resume to the Calgary Airport Authority you are consenting to the collection and use of your personal information for this job competition. Your information will be kept strictly confidential.