Protective Services Officer

at  Manitoba Government

PROTECTIVE SERVICES OFFICER

BG Security Officer 1
Term/part-time
Manitoba Justice
Protective Services, Public Safety
Brandon MB
Advertisement Number: 43249
Salary(s): BG $20.11 - $24.00 per hour
Closing Date: September 4, 2024
The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).
This is a preference competition. All applicants are encouraged to apply, however first consideration for this competition will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities. Applicants are requested to self-declare at the time of application.
An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.
Training:
For selected candidates, a mandatory paid training program of approximately 1 - 3 weeks (full days Monday to Friday) is required.
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form with a resume. See below for further instructions.
Click here to access the application form.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Satisfactory Internal Security Screening.
• A full class 5 (5F) Manitoba Driver’s Licence.
• Emergency First Aid/CPR (Level C) Certificate and Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Certification.
• Ability to work rotating shifts encompassing a 24 hours/7 day schedule including extended shifts and short notice call ins is required.
• Satisfactory Certificate of Medical Fitness.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience working in a team environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to create and maintain positive working relationships.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy
• Effective problem solving and sound judgment skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written communication skills with ability to take accurate and complete notes.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stress effectively.

Desired:

• Experience in security or law enforcement or an appropriate combination of directly related training and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of Security practices, principles and related legislation, policies and procedures.
• Commitment to continuous learning and the ability to adapt to change.

Duties:
Reporting to the Security Supervisor, the Protective Services Officer by virtue of authority gained through applicable Legislative Acts,preserves and maintains the public peace in/on all government facilities. The Protective Services Officer works a rotating 24 hour / 7 dayshift schedule and provides security services for all government buildings and associated grounds, towards prevention of accidentaldamage, vandalism, illegal intrusion and/or other occurrences such as theft, unauthorized use of property, etc., in association with local lawenforcement agencies, fire departments and building maintenance staff.

Please refer the Job description for details