Calgary Police Service - Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Coordinator

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City of Calgary

Calgary

FULL TIME

October 10, 2024

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Coordinator, you will be responsible for overseeing the operations of RPAS within the Calgary Police Service (CPS). You will maintain the administrative requirements for pilots and aircraft according to the Canadian Aviation Regulations. Specific duties include:

Coordinate the response of RPAS pilots to calls for service.
Maintain a cadre of pilots to respond to calls for service.
Ensure pilots skills are current and provide regular updates on regulatory changes.
Manage and implement training programs for certification and flight skills.
Maintain a database of pilot certificates, aircraft registration certificates, and other documentation as required by the Canadian Aviation Regulations.
Collaborate with internal partners to educate them on RPAS functions and limitations, and evaluate their requirements for RPAS.
Engage with external partners, including Transport Canada, NAV Canada, and other emergency service providers regarding RPAS issues and changes to the regulatory sphere.

Working Conditions: Expose to emotionally disturbing events such as serious injury and death.

Qualifications

A High School Diploma or equivalency (e.g. G.E.D.) plus a Pilot Certificate for Small RPAS Advanced Operations with a Flight Reviewer rating from Transport Canada.
A minimum of 5 years related experience as an RPAS pilot including 1 year experience as a flight reviewer is required.
Success in this position requires: Coaching and development, communication, efficiency and thoroughness, planning and prioritizing/visionary; relationship building, self-confidence, service orientation.

Pre-employment Requirements

An enhanced security clearance and pre-employment polygraph will be conducted.
Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.

Union: CUPE Local 38

Business Unit: Calgary Police Service

Position Type: 1 Permanent

Location: 1902 Mc Call Landing N.E.

Compensation: Pay Grade 10 $41.28 - 55.18 per hour

(2024 rates)

Days of Work: This position typically works a 35 hour

compressed 4 day work schedule.

Hours of work: Standard 35 hour work week

Audience: Internal/External

Apply By: November 1, 2024

Job ID #: 310705

We regret to inform you that this job opportunity is no longer available as it has expired

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