Salary: $117,487.00 - $162,163.00 Annually
Location : 6040 28th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN
Job Type: Regular Status
Job Number:Division: Management & Operations
Department: Integrated Operations
Opening Date: 11/05/2026
Closing Date: 11/23/2026 3:00 PM Central
Position SummaryOversees all aspects of the Metropolitan Airports Commission's emergency management programs at the Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport and provide support and assistance with Emergency Management functions at the MAC Reliever Airports. Develop, document, and implement policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure airport compliance with federal and state regulations, FAR Part 139 requirements, and applicable FAA Advisory Circulars that pertain to maintenance of the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP). Ensures relevant alignment with Occupational Safety and Safety Management System programs. Works in close partnership with all departments in the Management and Operations (M&O) Division and Airport Police and Fire Departments in the execution of communication and response strategies and plans for incident management. Documents requirements for emergency aid and related applications. Collaborate with the Integrated Operations Department to establish effective processes and plans that provide an aligned support model in response to unplanned incidents through effectively leveraging Integrated Operations Center (referred to as the North STAR Center) services as part of Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation and management. Develops training programs to ensure compliance with the National Incident Management System (NIMS). Represents the MAC in matters related to state and local emergency management planning and programming. Ensure the airport is prepared to respond to and recover from natural and climate disasters, aircraft incidents/accidents, communicable diseases, and other emergency situations.
This is a safety-sensitive position which will require a pre-employment drug screen.
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Questions regarding this position can be directed to Allison Calzoncit at 612-725-5987 or at allison.calzoncit@mspmac.org. Applications will be accepted until
3:00 PM Monday, November 23, 2026.Position DescriptionRELATIONSHIPSSupervisory - Reports to Director, Integrated Operations
Organizational - Regular contact with Management and Operations Division teams, Safety Program Team, Airport Police and Fire Departments, Sustainability Department, airport tenants, airlines, and other MAC departments
Business - Frequent contact with federal, state, and local agencies
JOB DUTIES- Ensures airport compliance with all Federal Aviation Administration regulations and advisory documents governing emergency management.
- Provides coordination and support between Incident Command and the EOC for emerging incidents at the airport.
- Administers the Airport Emergency Plan (AEP) and update as necessary to ensure compliance and functionality.
- Develops and maintains written plans and procedures governing emergency response.
- Coordinates activities to ensure readiness and preparedness of key first responder personnel.
- Manages NIMS, NRF, and Incident Command training programs for MAC and ensure recurrent training is provided for MAC staff.
- Manages and executes table-top, functional, and full-scale exercises to ensure compliance with federal regulations, to test the airport's emergency response readiness, and to ensure personnel are trained to acceptable standards.
- Serves as the MAC's primary point of contact and liaison for all matters related to emergency management and represents the MAC at conferences, meetings, trainings, and exercises.
- Develops and maintains the MAC's Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP). Provide guidance and support (training and exercises), as well as review and maintain current copies of all MAC departmental COOP plans.
- Develops and maintains emergency contact lists in collaboration with Integrated Operations and the Emergency Communications Center.
- Develops, maintains, and periodically revises the EOC Handbook, activation procedures, staffing structure, contact lists, physical and virtual operating arrangements, and supporting tools.
- Manages MAC community emergency response and support program.
- Maintains and coordinates annual review of the Family Assistance Operations Plan and related annexes, job aids, training, exercises, corrective actions, and partner agreements.
- Assists in the procurement, execution, and closeout of Federal and State grant applications related to emergency management activities.
- Prepares a variety of reports.
- Prepares and executes annual budget to support the Emergency Management program.
- Plans and oversees MSP's triennial full-scale emergency exercise as required under FAR Part 139.
- Develops emergency management and Emergency Operations Center strategies and plans that provide support models that align with the Inter-Ops Program and North STAR Center operations.
- Integrates climate change into emergency management planning, exercises, and frameworks, such as the AEP, COOP, and enterprise risk management, in collaboration with the Sustainability Department and Executive Sustainability Committee.
Position RequirementsSenior Level Individual Contributor (SRIC) Competencies- Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions
- Manages Complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems
- Decision Quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward
- Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently
- Ensures Accountability - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances
- Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
- Values Differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
- Communicates Effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of unique needs of different audiences
- Persuades - Using compelling arguments to gain the support and commitment of others
- Courage - Stepping up to address difficult issues, saying what needs to be said
- Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity
- Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations
Minimum Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Airport Management, Law Enforcement, Fire Science, Business Management, or similar discipline and Five years experience in emergency management or CFR Part 139 airport operations
- In Lieu of a Bachelor's degree, 9 years of experience in emergency management or CFR Part 139 airport operations
- One or more of the following credentials, or the ability to obtain one within a reasonable time (dependent on program availability): Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation by the International Association of Emergency Managers, FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Basic Academy certificate, Minnesota emergency management certificate or equivalent emergency management certificate from another jurisdiction)
- Successful completion of FEMA IS-700, IS-800, ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300 ICS-400 and IS-2200 or ability to complete by the end of the six-month probationary period
- Demonstrated ability to establish, facilitate, and maintain effective working relationships among disparate work groups and to direct activities in order to accomplish common goals
- Demonstrated ability to create partnerships with various internal departments and external organizations
- Able to be on 24-hour call and respond in case of a disaster or emergency situation
- Demonstrated ability to operate a personal computer and proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software applications
- Excellent oral and written communications skills
- Valid state issued driver's license
Desirable Qualifications- A Master's degree Emergency Management, Airport Management, Law Enforcement, Fire Science, Business Management, or similar discipline
- Experience and training overseeing an Emergency Operations Center (EOC).
- Previous experience in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations, safety, and security
- Familiarity with Airport Certification FAR Part 139, TSA Airport Security Parts 1540 and 1542, and training in Emergency Preparedness, Critical Incident Stress Management, and Airport Operations
- A thorough understanding of the aviation industry with particular emphasis on airport operations and emergency response
- Demonstrated ability to interpret complex and confidential regulatory materials and implement plans to comply with regulations
- Demonstrated ability to track multiple programs
- Demonstrated ability to understand and evaluate technologies that may enhance emergency programs
- Experience in coordination, preparation and implementation of grant program applications and grant program management
- Position-specific training as a in one or more Type 3 or higher Incident Management Team command or general staff positions (planning, logistics, operations, IC, etc.)
- Experience working within an EOC, Joint Operations Center, or deployment with an Incident Management Team to support a major incident
- Experience developing and operating community response support teams and programs
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Please choose the option below that best describes your education and experience.
- A bachelor's degree in Emergency Management, Airport Management, Law Enforcement, Fire Science, Business Management, or similar discipline plus five years of experience in emergency management or CFR Part 139 airport operations.
- In lieu of a degree, nine years of experience in emergency management, or CFR Part 139 airport operations.
- N/A, none of the above.
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Please describe your experience in emergency management or CFR Part 139 airport operations. If you do not have this experience, please type N/A.
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Please choose the option(s) below that best relate to the credentials you hold.
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM) designation by the International Association of Emergency Managers
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute (EMI) Basic Academy certificate
- Minnesota emergency management certificate
- Equivalent emergency management certificate from another jurisdiction
- I have none of the above, but I have the ability to obtain one within a reasonable time (dependent on program availability)
- None of the above.
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If you chose an 'equivalent emergency management certificate from another jurisdiction' above, please list the certificate here.
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Have you successfully completed FEMA IS-700, IS-800, ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300 ICS-400 and IS-2200?
- Yes
- No, but I have the ability to complete these by the end of the six-month probationary period.
- No
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Are you able to be on 24-hour call and respond in case of a disaster or emergency situation?
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Do you have proficiency in word processing and spreadsheet software applications?
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Do you have a valid state-issued driver's license?
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Do you have a master's degree Emergency Management, Airport Management, Law Enforcement, Fire Science, Business Management, or similar discipline?
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Do you have experience and training overseeing an Emer
