TERM Campus Safety Officer (Special Constable)

TERM Assignment:

Please note that this is a 5-month term position. The total compensation package includes competitive extended health and dental benefits, annual and sick leave, life insurance, and unique perks such as tuition benefits.

Internal candidates will be given priority consideration at this time. Please note: Carleton University encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Job Number:  J0721-0331

Job Title:  Campus Safety Officer (Special Constable)

Job Type:  Term Full Time

Department:  Campus Safety Services

Job Category:  Campus Safety Services

Number of Positions:  2

Date Posted (dd/mm/yyyy):  16/07/2021

Closing Date (dd/mm/yyyy):  27/07/2021

Salary (with Salary Rate):  48,399.38 - 68,657.94/Year

Assignment Duration From:  01/08/2021

Assignment Duration To:  31/12/2021

Employee Group:  Campus Safety Services - OPSEU 404

Salary Level:  Campus Safety Services - Campus Safety Officer

Date Position Available:  15/07/2021

Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the general supervision of the Shift Manager, the Campus Safety Officer is a member of a team of public safety specialists responsible for providing personal safety for members of the university community in a courteous, helpful and professional manner. This position provides a highly visual deterrent to campus crime while protecting the property and assets of the university.

Campus Safety Officers are security guards licensed under the Ontario Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005.

Campus Safety Officers who have achieved Special Constable Status are sworn peace officers with the powers of a police officer on campus granted under the authority of the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services and the Ottawa Police Services Board and governed by an agreement between Carleton University and the Ottawa Police Services Board.

Qualifications:

The incumbent must possess the following qualifications:
• requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Criminal Code of Canada and Provincial Statutes. The ability to recognize a "breach of peace" is also required;
• requires a thorough knowledge of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and its application in the field of law enforcement;
• requires a thorough understanding of the authorities related to arrest, search and seizure;
• is expected to remain current in new and amended legislation that is pertinent to the position;
• must have an understanding and knowledge of the concepts and application of community based policing model;
• must have administrative and organization skills, with the ability to prioritize their work to complete work within prescribed deadlines;
• must have the ability to interact and transfer information within a team environment as well as instruct when and where required in areas of expertise;
• must possess excellent conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• demonstrate good judgment in enforcing university regulations and security policies and practices, while maintaining confidentiality in law enforcement and/or security matters;
• be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing - through security reports, complaint and witness statements, and in assisting and providing general information to the university community and visitors while demonstrating attention to detail;
• must possess a high degree of tact and diplomacy dealing with the university community under a variety of difficult situations. This position requires the incumbent to provide helpful general information to the community and in other situations when "instructions" may have to be given to violators of university regulations;
• must deal with complex issues, quickly determine appropriate actions and respond in a composed, self-assured manner while dealing with highly stressful situations and emotional individuals;
• be self-motivated and work without direct supervision;
• show initiative performing daily duties and identifying and solving problems;
• must demonstrate sensitivity toward the cultural diversity of the campus community;
• understand the principles of service excellence; and
• must be able to operate a patrol vehicle safely and within standards, including maintaining a valid Ontario or Quebec Provincial Driver’s License.

Education and Experience:

The above is normally acquired through the completion of:
• an appropriate level of physical fitness must be maintained in order to perform assigned duties.
• the incumbent is required to work hours commensurate with a twelve (12) hour shift schedule in order to meet operational requirements of the department, rotating between days and nights (including weekends and statutory holidays).
• an "oath of confidentiality" is required of the incumbent pursuant to Section 29(1) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

HR Note:

Equivalencies will be considered. Applicants are encouraged to provide information which may demonstrate equivalent qualifications. Please note that applicants may be required to complete an employment test as part of the selection process for this position. Those applicants that are selected for an interview will be requested to contact the Human Resource Advisor assigned to this competition as soon as possible to discuss any accommodation requirements. Arrangements will be made to accommodate your request in a timely manner. Carleton University is strongly committed to fostering diversity within its community as a source of excellence, cultural enrichment, and social strength. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our University including, but not limited to: women; visible minorities; First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples; persons with disabilities; and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expressions.

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*1. Are you legally eligible to work in Canada?
Yes
No
*2. Have you received a University degree, a Community College diploma in Police Foundations or successfully completed the Basic Constables Training from the Ontario Police College (or equivalent provincial or federal institution)?
Yes
No
*3. How many years of experience in a full-time corporate/industrial security role or law enforcement position in the private or public sectors do you have?
0 years
1-2 years
3-4 years
4+ years
*4. Have you successfully completed the OACP?
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No
*5. Do you have a valid WSIB approved Standard First Aid certificate and CPR C certificate?
Yes
No
*6. This position is within the OPSEU 404 union and current members will be given priority consideration, as per the collective agreement. Are you a current member of OPSEU 404?
Yes
No

* Question numbers in red and with an asterisk indicate mandatory questions (answer is required).

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