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Organizational Unit :

University of Victoria ->

VP Finance and Operations ->

Campus Security Services

Location :

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date : 22 January 2025

Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

FTE : Salary Grade :

4,820.00 - $4,878.00

Hours of Work :

Four days on, four days off : 0630-1830 x 2, 1830-0630 x 2

Employee Group : CUPE 917 - Regular

of Hires Needed : Position Number :

998200

Category : Customer Service

About this Opportunity :

The University of Victoria invites candidates to apply for the role of Security Officer in the Campus Security Services department. Together with the full Campus Security Services team, Security Officers are essential for ensuring a safe, secure, and inclusive campus environment.

• This posting is for one regular position, the creation of an eligibility list for future vacancies as well as hiring on call security officer positions.

Hours of work vary based on operational demand, campus events, and time of year. Shifts may be up to 12 hours in length and include days, nights, and weekends. We welcome applicants who are new to the field of campus and community safety as well as experienced safety professionals. The Campus Security team embraces the University of Victoria’s strategic and Indigenous plans inspiring and honouring place, prioritizing people, and planet. We strive to support a culture of change and transformation, emphasizing partnership for a shared future in a positive direction. This opportunity is suited for individuals who are energetic, enthusiastic and passionate about creating and maintaining a safe learning and working environment, contributing significantly to the university's mission of excellence.

CUPE 917 salary rates for this opportunity are as follows :

A Security Officer with First Aid earns $29.93 per hour, plus shift premiums of $2.27 per hour for night shift and $4.49 per hour for weekend shifts.

The application process involves 2 steps :

Step 1 :

Step 2 :

Failure to submit both application and questionnaire by January 22, 2025 at 4 : 00 pm will remove your application from consideration.

Job Summary :

Campus Security Services is a department within the Vice President Finance and Operations portfolio that provides security, personal safety, emergency planning, parking and motor pool services to the campus community at the University of Victoria. In providing these services, Campus Security contributes to creating a safe, secure and welcoming campus for all and to the overall mission of the University by providing exceptional customer service in all aspects of the operation. The critical nature of these services are provided 24 / 7 / 365.

The Security Officer reports to the Patrol Manager and designated Team Leader and is responsible for providing impartial security services that enhance personal safety and protection for all members of the University Community, responding to security concerns in a service-oriented manner, investigating complaints and incidents, and ensuring compliance with security standards and university policies to maintain a secure campus environment.

Job Requirements :

Additional requirements :

Specialized Knowledge / Education :

The following are required prior to commencement of employment and must be maintained as a condition of employment :

Experience :

Preferred backgrounds in law enforcement, firefighting, ambulance service, search and rescue, mental health worker or a customer service industry background.

Territory Acknowledgement : We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and WSÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Equity and Diversity Statement : UVic is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion and Human Rights in our living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of our values, we seek members who are eager to actively participate in that shared responsibility. We actively encourage applications from members of historically and systemically marginalized groups. Read our full equity statement here : www.uvic.ca / equitystatement .

Accessibility Statement : If you anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application and hiring process contact : [email protected]. Any personal information provided will be maintained in confidence.

What UVic Offers : To learn more click here.

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