Career Opportunity

Victoria Airport Authority (VAA) has an exciting opportunity for a Commercial Development Officer (CDO) to join our team.

Reporting to the Vice President, Revenue Strategy and Business Development, the CDO plays a key role in supporting YYJ’s commercial programs with a primary focus on in-terminal concessions and public parking/ground transportations operations. This role ensures that concession operators and parking/ground transportation service providers deliver excellent customer service, meet contractual obligations, and maximize revenue opportunities. This position also supports other areas of commercial development including land development and permitting and knowledge of the full commercial portfolio is an asset.

This is a unionized position working at 37.50-hour work week during regular administrative office hours. In addition to a competitive salary, this role includes a comprehensive benefits package including a defined benefit pension plan.

Requirements:

The ideal candidate will have:

Education & Experience

• Post-secondary degree or diploma in business (preferred focus in business development, administration, marketing, or property management).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in business development, operations, marketing, or client management, preferably in an airport or related industry.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Knowledge

• Strong understanding of concessions, parking, and commercial operations, including leases and licenses.
• Familiarity with airport operations, safety regulations, and customer service standards preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Skills and Abilities

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to foster strong stakeholder relationships.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently, and to manage multiple priorities.

Required Security Clearance

• Within six (6) months of hire the successful candidate must obtain and maintain the appropriate level of Airport Security Clearance (RAIC)

VAA is part of the federally regulated air transportation sector and employees must abide by any potential future federally mandated health measures (e.g. COVID-19 vaccination/booster shots).

An eligibility list to fill future vacancies may be created.

Please refer to the full list of Requirements and Duties as found in the job description on VAA’s website.

VAA Values

VAA has an incredibly bright future ahead and its success depends entirely on our team of very talented, dedicated staff. We want to ensure VAA is an environment where our people thrive and is an organization where people are proud to work, where our culture is admired and where career aspirations are fulfilled.  At VAA we’re proud to be living our Values:

People
We work as a team, supporting and respecting one another to bring out the best in each of us.
Excellence
We lead in safety, quality, and innovation to create exceptional experiences.
Integrity
We ensure that honesty, equity, and accountability are the cornerstones of everything we do.
Community
We foster meaningful relationships through service excellence and responsible stewardship.
Applications:

Take your career to new heights – submit your application today!

Interested applicants may submit their Cover Letter and Resume quoting Competition #2025-19 by 4:00 pm, Wednesday September 24, 2025 by emailing Agilus Work Solutions at rarsenault@agilus.ca.

VAA is located on the homelands of the W̱SÁNEĆ People and as a result, qualified self-identified Indigenous applicants are encouraged to apply and may be given preference during the recruiting and selection process.

VAA values inclusion and accessibility and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to take part in the job application or interview process, please contact humanresources@yyj.ca .

Please ensure your application clearly identifies how you meet the education, experience, and knowledge requirements stated in the job description. Eligibility to work in Canada and the ability to maintain airport security clearance (RAIC) are essential.

We sincerely appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.