Job Description

Dalhousie's Security department is a diverse group comprised of over 30 full-time professional staff along with numerous part-time student employees. Reporting to the Operations Manager Patrol, the Shift Supervisor is a member of the Dalhousie Security management team. In a patrol area covering 130+ buildings across four campuses, the Shift Supervisor is primarily responsible for the field supervision of security officers by offering direction and task assignment; staff development and training; and providing on-scene resource coordination and support.
Key Responsibilities

• Promote accountability through regular supervisory patrols with shift members ensuring service delivery is professional and all personnel are following approved SOPs and University policies.
• Provide on-scene coaching and instruction to staff. Serve as the first level escalation point for service complaints, recurring issues, or safety concerns; as well as the primary point of contact for security management during emergency events.
• Manage personnel by directing daily assignments with real time priorities, while balancing staffing levels with upcoming commitments, keeping in mind past incident trends and organizational values.
• Manage personnel administration functions including daily time entry, overtime, assignments, professional development, performance evaluation, training, attendance management, and discipline.
• Work cohesively as part of the management team through crossover briefings, understanding that shared work and responsibility rely on good and consistent communication.

Note
Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.
Required Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in law enforcement, criminology, or related field plus at least five years relevant experience, including a minimum of two years supervisory experience, preferably in a large institutional setting and/or a unionized environment.
• Well-versed in environmental health and safety regulations, Criminal Code, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Human Rights Act, and Protection of Property Act.
• Demonstrated excellent communication skills, and embrace a collaborative style of leadership with the ability to focus on team and community building.
• Proven above average problem solving and organizational skills.
• Must consistently demonstrate confidence in taking initiative.
• Must be able to submit an acceptable Criminal Record Check with a Vulnerable Sector Search. Additionally, and must hold at a minimum, a Nova Scotia issued Class 5 driver's license without restrictions. A recent driver's abstract must also be submitted.

Assets

• Experience using sophisticated alarm monitoring and electronic access control systems, CCTV, and dispatch software.
• Additional training in Crime Prevention (CPTED) and the Incident Command System.
• Proven understanding and experience working with restorative approaches to justice.

Job Competencies
The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie's and competencies, in particular:
- Self-Awareness & Professionalism
- Integrity
- Respect & Inclusion
- Adaptability
- Knowledge & Thinking Skills
Additional Information
Dalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.
Application Consideration
Applications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.
We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or People and Culture.
Diversity Statement
Dalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island (especially Mi'kmaq), persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), and members of other racialized groups, persons with disabilities, women, persons identifying as members of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community. In accordance with our Employment Equity Policy, preference will be given in hiring processes to candidates who self-identify as members of one or more of the equity-deserving groups listed above. For more information, including details related to our Employment Equity Policy and Plan and definitions of equity-deserving groups please visit
If you require any support for the purpose of accommodation, such as technical aids or alternative arrangements, please let us know of these needs and how we can be of assistance. Dalhousie University is committed to ensuring all candidates have full, fair, and equitable participation in the hiring process. Our complete Accommodation Policy can be viewed .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Open Date 02/13/2026
Close Date 02/27/2026
Open Until Filled No
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents * Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV)
Optional Documents * Cover Letter

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