About Dalhousie University Dalhousie University is Atlantic Canada\xe2\x80\x99s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region\xe2\x80\x99s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our 18,800 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.
Job Summary Reporting to the Director of Security, through the Security Operations Manager and Security Shift Supervisor, the incumbent is responsible for the protection of personnel and University property for the three Halifax campuses (Carleton, Sexton and Studley).
Key Responsibilities
Security patrols by foot, automobile and bicycle
Provides monitoring of fire and burglar alarms
Provides initial response to fire, burglar alarms, medical emergencies, disturbances and/or suspicious/criminal activities
Provides traffic and parking enforcement
Under the direction of a Security Shift Supervisor, participates in VIP detail
Collects, escorts, transports and/or delivers various documents, deposits and/or personnel
Provides key control
Provides information and services to various University departments
Sale and issue of parking permits
Provides first aid and/or emergency assistance in cases of accident or injury involving any student, employee or visitor(s) to the University
Exercises discretion and confidentiality in relation to University and Security Services matters
Maintain an operational knowledge of a sophisticated electronic access control system
Enforcement of municipal by-laws related to parking enforcement and the initial investigation of provincial statute and criminal code offences
Response to incidents of assault, sexual assault, attempt/threatened suicide, theft, break and enter, property damage, liquor offences and crowd management with the accurate recording of all incidents attended
Requirement to offer sworn testimony in court
Provide 24 hour access and referral to emergency University services
Requirement to liaise effectively with local jurisdiction police agencies
Performs other duties as required
Note Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus. Dalhousie\xe2\x80\x99s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.
Required Qualifications
Grade 12 and graduate from an accredited law enforcement / security training academy
Previous security experience an asset
Ability to maintain certification in Defensive Tactics programs and conflict mediation
Familiar with Windows basics
Good oral and written communication skills essential
Must possess a valid Nova Scotia driver\xe2\x80\x99s license and be willing to provide an up to date driver\xe2\x80\x99s abstract
Bondable
Physically fit
Good organizational skills
Ability to take direction
Reliable and punctual
Ability to work effectively with members of the University community and the public
Must be willing and able to work overtime
General safety and WHMIS training an asset
Assets
Additional Information
Application Consideration
Diversity Statement Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi\xe2\x80\x99kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and other members of racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women and persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQ+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 03/07/2023
Close Date 03/14/2023
Open Until Filled No
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