Security Specialist - Camosun College

Security Specialist Campus Security Facilities Services Posting: A18-05

Closing Date: March 22, 2018

Position Type: Continuing

Workload: Full-time

Start Date: As soon as possible

ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Camosun College is a comprehensive community college located on the traditional territories of the Coast and Strait Salish peoples serving the people of the Greater Victoria Region of British Columbia. Guided by an inspiring strategic plan and administered by a professional community of talented faculty, staff and senior executives, Camosun enrolls 18,000 learners each year, including over 1,100 Indigenous students and 1,100 International students. The College has an operating budget of over $123 million. Across two campuses, Camosun offers more than 160 certificate, diploma, and bachelor’s degree programs in arts, sciences, business, health and human services, trades, technologies, sport education, Indigenous studies and adult upgrading. The College is committed to values of relationship with community, inclusiveness, and respect. As a community, we commit to the process of Indigenization of the college – including both programs and services - and to use this learning to improve the learning experiences for the exceptionally diverse range of student needs and backgrounds present within the Camosun community supporting the commitment to lifelong learning and positive student experiences.

POSITION SUMMARY As a function of Facilities Services, Campus Security is responsible for personal safety, physical security and for coordinating Emergency Management activities at the College. Coordination and collaboration within Facilities Services, as well as with other College schools and departments is essential to maintaining a high degree of security under normal and emergency situations. The Campus Security Specialist is a member of the Campus Security team which is responsible for day-to-day security and emergency management activities to ensure a safe and supportive environment for students, staff and faculty to work and study. In addition to providing

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primary response to safety and security incidents, the Campus Security Specialist investigates issues of student and staff conduct making recommendations to the Associate Director for appropriate sanctions, maintains all building electronic security systems and assists in maintaining Camosun’s emergency management program. A competitive salary, opportunities for professional development and an excellent benefit package are offered. All interested candidates are encouraged to apply; to be considered for employment, applicants must meet the qualifications of the position and be eligible to work in Canada. Apply online at www.camosun.ca/careers. We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying, as only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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CAMOSUN COLLEGE JOB DESCRIPTION Working Title: Security Specialist

Dated: June 23, 2017

Department / School: Campus Security

Facilities Services

Reports To: Associate Director

Updated:

_____________________________________________________ A) ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW Camosun College is a comprehensive community college located on the traditional territories of the Coast and Strait Salish peoples serving the people of the Greater Victoria Region of British Columbia. Guided by an inspiring strategic plan and administered by a professional community of talented faculty, staff and senior executives, Camosun enrolls 18,000 learners each year, including over 1,100 Indigenous students and 1,100 International students. The College has an operating budget of over $123 million. Across two campuses, Camosun offers more than 160 certificate, diploma, and bachelor’s degree programs in arts, sciences, business, health and human services, trades, technologies, sport education, Indigenous studies and adult upgrading. The College is committed to values of relationship with community, inclusiveness, and respect. As a community, we commit to the process of Indigenization of the college - including both programs and services - and to use this learning to improve the learning experiences for the exceptionally diverse range of student needs and backgrounds present within the Camosun community supporting the commitment to lifelong learning and positive student experiences. B) JOB SUMMARY As a function of Facilities Services, Campus Security is responsible for personal safety, physical security and for coordinating Emergency Management activities at the College. Coordination and collaboration within Facilities Services, as well as with other College schools and departments is essential to maintaining a high degree of security under normal and emergency situations. The Campus Security Specialist is a member of the Campus Security team which is responsible for day-to-day security and emergency management activities to ensure a safe and supportive environment for students, staff and faculty to work and study. In addition to providing primary response to safety and security incidents, the Campus Security Specialist investigates issues of student and staff conduct making recommendations to the Associate Director for Exempt Position Vacancy – A18-05 Security Specialist.docx P 250.370.3004 Camosun College Human Resources


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appropriate sanctions, maintains all building electronic security systems and assists in maintaining Camosun’s emergency management program. C) REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS  The Campus Security Specialist reports to the Associate Director D) ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS       

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Provides primary response to issues of public safety, personal, and physical security; Manages contracts for security services such as guard services and alarm monitoring; Establishes trust and cultivates a positive presence on campus, becoming the on-site subject matter expert on crime prevention and security related issues; Liaises with external agencies, committees, groups, and other off-campus agencies on crime prevention, and security related issues; Liaises with College departments and schools to promote strong working relationships and coordinate plans and responses to security related issues; Liaises with the Manager of Student Support, providing security and investigative support in the case management of student conduct issues; Investigates incidents related to the Criminal Code of Canada, Federal and Provincial Statutes, College polices, security, student conduct and confidential matters; ensuring that best practice investigation techniques and resources are utilized. These techniques will include interviewing witnesses, victims, suspects, and relevant parties; Interprets and applies legislation, community policing concepts, and Camosun College policies and procedures when receiving and responding to complaints from the campus community and the general public; Assists the Associate Director with the College’s emergency management program through ongoing training of staff, conducting drills, and maintaining and updating plans; Assists the Associate Director in determining and planning of personnel and deployment of resources in the event of an emergency or disaster; Collaborates with the Associate Director, faculty, staff, and students to develop, implement, and maintain security services that are effective and responsive to the campus community's needs and are in keeping with Camosun College's mission and goals; Collaborates with college stakeholders and develops strategies for reducing crime and enhancing public safety and security. This involves the promotion of community policing, educational programs, and preventative measures; Provides advice, consultation, information, and training to faculty, staff, and students with respect to public safety and security matters; Oversees on site contractors and actions any items requiring follow up on behalf of Camosun College; Regularly patrols the campus, buildings and grounds to ensure compliance with Exempt Position Vacancy – A18-05 Security Specialist.docx P 250.370.3004 Camosun College Human Resources


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college policies, procedures and guidelines; Monitors, maintains and manages Campus Security reports for quality assurance. Ensures confidentiality, security and statutory compliance of personal records and investigative reports Develops, implements, maintains and operates electronic security systems including: intrusion alarms, CCTV, access control, and emergency communication systems and services; Provides technical assistance by troubleshooting issues, proposing solutions with vendors, and arranging for service in the maintenance of electronic security systems; Assists in coordinating Safer Campus initiatives; Maintains statistics and records and prepares related reports; Represents the College and Department on various internal and external committees as required; Participates in relevant Professional associations and meetings; Conducts Hazard, Risk and Vulnerability Assessments (HRVA), and Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) assessments on Camosun College facilities; Responsible for preventative maintenance of emergency phones, CCTV camera’s, security alarm systems, door & gate access control and other security equipment on both campuses; Performs other related duties as assigned.

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Deals with complaints and cases involving safety and security concerns in a calm manner while maintaining confidentiality throughout; Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills; Must have excellent interpersonal, conflict resolution, team building and problem solving skills; Must have excellent investigative and reporting skills; Demonstrated knowledge of personal safety and security issues, regulations and practices; Demonstrated ability to appropriately and successfully respond to complaints involving safety and security concerns; Demonstrated knowledge of emergency management; Ability to gain trust, develop and maintain collaborative relationships with sensitivity and respect; Must have ability to negotiate and influence others; Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment in resolving complex or sensitive issues; Ability to work independently; Ability to adapt and respond to emerging needs;



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Must have thorough understanding of the Criminal Code of Canada, Federal and Provincial Statutes; Must have competence with Microsoft Office applications;

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Undergraduate degree in a relevant field, such as criminology, justice, emergency management, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience; Must hold, or obtain within 6 months of employment, Province of British Columbia Security Worker License with Private Investigator and Security Guard Endorsements; 5 years’ related experience in conducting investigations, and enforcement of statutes; 5 years’ related experience working with electronic security systems, such as access control, CCTV and intrusion alarms systems; Recent experience instructing personal safety or other security related programs; Recent experience conducting risk assessments (HRVA, CPTED etc.).



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