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Protective Services Officer

  • Protective Services
  • Ottawa
  • Permanent
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To apply, please forward your resume and cover letter by Feb 01, 2023

The Royal Canadian Mint is hiring a Protective Services Officer who can thrive in a dynamic and inclusive environment.

Reporting to the Supervisor, Protective Services, the Protective Services Officer is an armed role responsible for protecting life, property and assets of the Mint, conducting preventive patrols, providing threat and risk analysis and controlling and monitoring access of pedestrian and vehicular traffic flows within the Mint’s premises. The Protective Services Officer enforces security policies and regulations, and responds to emergencies, including HAZMAT response, fire and medical emergencies response in accordance with established and recognised emergency plans and procedures.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Language Requirements:

  • One official language (English or French) is mandatory; bilingualism is considered an asset

Education and Experience:

  • College Diploma in an area related to security or enforcement and/or, a combination of education and relevant work experience will be considered
  • Valid First Aid and CPR certificate required
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing
  • Use of Force or Defensive Tactics experience considered an asset
  • Possession and Acquisition License (PAL) Restricted & Non-Restricted is considered a strong asset, but not required

Knowledge:

  • Extensive knowledge in security and emergency procedures
  • Knowledge in accident prevention and safety, investigative techniques, crisis intervention, contingency planning and disaster planning
  • Knowledge in threat and risk assessment and problem solving
  • Knowledge in HAZMAT or industrial chemicals considered a strong asset

Abilities:

  • Ability to conduct security surveys, threat and risk assessments, incident reports, develop and implement security and crime prevention programs and to co-ordinate the conduct of security and emergency awareness programs
  • Ability to work independently and to work with others as a team
  • High level of integrity
  • Ability to motivate and maintain a positive work environment
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Strong willingness to learn

Skills:

  • Demonstrated skills in security and crime prevention programs, investigative techniques, first aid, CPR & AED, use of force and firearms safety
  • Demonstrated skills in oral and writing security briefings and reports
  • Good communications and interpersonal skills during crisis intervention

Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance (Level II) for this position.

As part of your recruitment as a protective services officer, you must successfully complete a psychological assessment and background check facilitated by the Mint.

The mandatory protective services officer-training program includes 1-week firearms, 1-week defensive tactics, 1-week HAZMAT technician safety course followed by 5 weeks on the job training, paid). You must be available to work shifts (days, evenings, overnights, weekends and holidays).

The health and safety of our employees is a top priority. The Mint has developed significant and rigorous safety protocols to address the COVID-19 pandemic.

At the Mint, you will collaborate with a diverse group of people and be a part of an iconic Canadian organization. We pay competitive salary and offer a range of benefits that support employees and their families. The Mint supports its employees by focusing on their growth and career development. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and aim to provide an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment, selection and onboarding process to ensure that each candidate is treated respectfully. You are welcome to self identify with one of the four employment equity groups (women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of visible minorities) in your application.

Please note: Priority will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents.

If you need accommodation at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know; we are committed to being an inclusive employer.

Ready to mint your career? Please forward your resume to careers@mint.ca by February 1, 2023. We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

We look forward to receiving your application.