Security Agent, Building Patrol Officer

at  Nait

In order to ensure your application is received by NAIT for thorough review and consideration, please apply directly through our Careers site at www.nait.ca/careers
NAIT Protective Services is recruiting for one (1) fulltime Security Agent (classified as a Building Patrol Officer). The Security Agent will work alongside the Peace Officer Sergeants, Peace Officers, and Communications Officers (Dispatchers) to create a safe and secure environment for the NAIT community and will be working at the NAIT Souch Campus.
NAIT’s Security Agents report to the Peace Officer Sergeant and work in a team environment on a patrol squad. These squads comprise of both Peace Officers and Security Agents. The squad’s working schedule operates on a rotating shift work schedule of 12-hour shifts, and includes dayshifts, nightshifts, weekends, and holidays as required. NAIT Protective Services is a 24/7 operation and operates every day of the year.
The successful applicant will be hired as a NAIT Staff member who is licensed under the Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA), with the primary purpose of providing a high-profile visible presence within the Souch Campus and on NAIT Property; will also act as customer service representative for both Protective Services and the greater NAIT community; and will serve as a supporting member to assist in the activities of NAIT’s Peace Officers, partnering enforcement agencies, and emergency response services. This is a suitable role for you if you are a motivated individual that is looking to further your security careers in a dynamic and stimulating environment.
NAIT Protective Services is proud to offer the opportunity for this position which will include further opportunities for internal career development, training opportunities, along for increased responsibilities and rewards that increase with the employee’s willingness to strive for excellence.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must have a high school diploma (Grade 12 or equivalent)
• Must be a Canadian citizen or be legally eligible to work in Canada
• Must be able to communicate (orally and in writing) in the English Language effectively and professionally
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Alberta Driver’s License with no previous history of suspensions or poor driving behaviours that are not suitable to the employer
• Must possess a Government of Alberta issued Security Services & Investigators Act License (SSIA) as a security worker
• Must possess and maintain a clear / favourable police information check

• Conducting routine interior/exterior patrols of NAIT property and campuses by foot, on bicycles, and patrol vehicles
• Proactively deters criminal activity and undesirable behavior by providing high profile visibility/presence on NAIT Property
• Respond to suspicious activity and security incident service calls
• Provide first aid or evacuation assistance in the event of an emergency
• Provide education & awareness relating to NAIT policy/procedures and associated rules & regulations
• Monitor and provide site security and access control
• Provide support to NAIT’s Peace Officers and Communications Officers and external partner agencies
• Prepare comprehensive reports, witness statements and documents security related activities electronically and by notebook
• Handle Lost & Found items and inquires