Peace Officer

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package which can be viewed at: Faculty & Staff Benefits .

This position is a part of the Non-Academic Staff Association (NASA). 

Location - North campus, South campus, Enterprise Square and Campus Saint-Jean

Working for the University of Alberta

The University of Alberta acknowledges that we are located on Treaty 6 territory, and respects the histories, languages and cultures of First Nations, Métis, Inuit and all First Peoples of Canada, whose presence continues to enrich our vibrant community.

The University of Alberta is teeming with change makers, community builders, and world shapers who lead with purpose each and every day. We are home to more than 40,000 students in 200+ undergraduate and 500+ graduate programs, over 13,000 faculty and staff, 260,000 alumni worldwide and have been recognized as one of Canada’s Greenest Employers for over a decade.

Your work will have a meaningful influence on a fascinating cross section of people—from our students and stakeholders, to our renowned researchers and innovators who are quite literally curing diseases, making discoveries and generating solutions that make the world healthier, safer, stronger, and more just.

Department summary

University of Alberta Protective Services (UAPS), is seeking service-oriented professionals to join our team in the role of Peace Officer. The University of Alberta is committed to recruiting, training and developing the talents of well-rounded individuals with passion, integrity, empathy, and a desire to make a difference in people's lives. Protective Services provides a safe and secure environment to enhance learning, discovery and citizenship in support of the University of Alberta.

Position summary

University of Alberta Peace Officers operate in an inclusive, dynamic and challenging environment. Peace officers receive initial and ongoing in-service training and have the opportunity to participate in a number of assignments. Officers may also elect to work additional hours for functions and events. The successful applicants must be eligible for a Community Level One Peace Officer appointment from the Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Public Security Peace Officer Program, and complete selection and training requirements. Please note that this position requires shift work, including weekends and holidays. Peace Officers have the opportunity to access to a variety of educational and personal development programs including recreational and fitness facilities

Duties

• Reporting to a Sergeant of the Patrol Services Division, performs proactive foot, vehicle and bike patrols of five campuses including Campus Residences to enhance safety/security and develop positive contacts in a uniquely diverse community
• Responds to Incidents of emergency, criminal/provincial/UofA offences, general complaints, calls for service and crime prevention. Examples include medical emergencies, crisis intervention, fire alarms, missing persons, reports of disturbance, intoxicated persons, suspicious persons, trespassing, break and enter, theft, mischief, escorts, emergency notifications, special event security, property control, security surveys, building/room access, etc.
• Exercises discretionary enforcement authority under numerous Provincial statutes and University policy; serves legal documents
• Assists community members through various supports such as, education, referrals to social services, mental health supports, community assistance and/or discretionary enforcement in response to criminal activity and disorder
• Conducts general complaint investigation; gathers and secures evidence, compiles reports
• Administers/coordinates/contributes to departmental, community oriented and crime prevention programs such as delivery of seminars to students and staff on crime prevention/awareness, special projects
• Liaises with other law enforcement and first responder agencies, may assist department and faculties with academic investigations
• Investigates and prepares preliminary investigation reports, may assist department and faculties with academic investigations
• Provides testimony in a court of law and University hearings
• Processes found and evidentiary property
• Provides dispatch, administrative and support duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma by Alberta Education standards (or equivalent); diploma/degree program in Law Enforcement/Security or related field preferred; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered
• Ability to work a variety of 12-hour shifts including days, overnight, weekends, and statutory holidays
• Possess a current Standard First Aid Certification and Level C CPR with AED
• Valid driver's license (Alberta Class 5 or equivalent, non-GDL)
• Experience with Microsoft Windows and Google Applications

Applicants must be eligible for a Community Peace Officer I Appointment through Alberta Solicitor General and Public Security by meeting the minimum qualifications:

• Minimum age of 18 years old
• Competent and of good character
• Canadian citizenship or legal permanent residence
• No criminal record, or if the person has a criminal record that a pardon has been received
• No outstanding criminal charges and not subject of a criminal investigation

Interested applicants must submit two items to [email protected]  to apply:

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.