Protective Services Officer II
Your Opportunity:
AHS Protective Services is focused on providing a safe and secure environment for all staff, patients, and families. There are multiple communities throughout Alberta where AHS provides services. Our Mobile Community Peace Officers in Protective Services are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of those receiving services from AHS in any of the communities. The successful candidate will recognize the importance of effective interpersonal skills as well, the ability to communicate inclusively and respectfully with patients, staff and families. As a Rural Mobile Unit (RMU) Officer you will exercise sound judgment when enforcing your authorities or abiding by the limitations as a Community Peace Officer all well upholding AHS values. The successful candidate will also work closely with the Police of Jurisdiction, municipal departments, provincial agencies, clinical partners and the community itself. If you’re looking for a career to build a safe community and challenge yourself then the RMU is the place for you.
Description:
As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy, and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Acute Care Alberta: N
- Primary Care Alberta: N
- Recovery Alberta: N
- Classification: Protective Services Officer II
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: protective Services
- Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 03-JUN-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 16-JUN-2025
- Hours per Shift: 11.08
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 7
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $33.42
- Maximum Salary: $38.27
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided
High School diploma or equivalent. Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General. Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program). Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence. Valid Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.
Additional Required Qualifications:As Required.
Preferred Qualifications:Post-secondary education related to the field of work. 2 years previous experience as a Police or Peace Officer in the province of Alberta.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
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We’re passionate about what we do. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care every day, all across Alberta.
Everything we do at AHS reflects a patient and family centred approach; it’s about putting patients’ and families’ experiences, priorities and trust first.
We are an equal opportunity employer. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce.
