Protective Services Officer II
About the role
Your Opportunity:
AHS Protective Services is focused on providing a safe and secure environment for all staff, patients, and families. There are multiple communities throughout Alberta where AHS provides services. Our Mobile Community Peace Officers in Protective Services are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of those receiving services from AHS in any of the communities. The successful candidate will recognize the importance of effective interpersonal skills as well, the ability to communicate inclusively and respectfully with patients, staff and families. As a Rural Mobile Unit (RMU) Officer you will exercise sound judgment when enforcing your authorities or abiding by the limitations as a Community Peace Officer all well upholding AHS values. The successful candidate will also work closely with the Police of Jurisdiction, municipal departments, provincial agencies, clinical partners and the community itself. If you’re looking for a career to build a safe community and challenge yourself then the RMU is the place for you.
Description:
As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy, and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Classification: Protective Services Officer II
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Protective Services
- Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 12-AUG-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 22-AUG-2025
- Hours per Shift: 12
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 7
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $33.42
- Maximum Salary: $38.27
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General.
Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program).
Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence.
Valid Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.
Additional Required Qualifications:
As Required.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 years of post-secondary education in relevant field of work. 2 years' experience working in a Peace Officer position.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
About Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta.
Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world.
Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
Protective Services Officer II
About the role
Your Opportunity:
AHS Protective Services is focused on providing a safe and secure environment for all staff, patients, and families. There are multiple communities throughout Alberta where AHS provides services. Our Mobile Community Peace Officers in Protective Services are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of those receiving services from AHS in any of the communities. The successful candidate will recognize the importance of effective interpersonal skills as well, the ability to communicate inclusively and respectfully with patients, staff and families. As a Rural Mobile Unit (RMU) Officer you will exercise sound judgment when enforcing your authorities or abiding by the limitations as a Community Peace Officer all well upholding AHS values. The successful candidate will also work closely with the Police of Jurisdiction, municipal departments, provincial agencies, clinical partners and the community itself. If you’re looking for a career to build a safe community and challenge yourself then the RMU is the place for you.
Description:
As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy, and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.
- Classification: Protective Services Officer II
- Union: AUPE GSS
- Unit and Program: Protective Services
- Primary Location: Peter Lougheed Centre
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 12-AUG-2025
- Employee Class: Regular Full Time
- Date Available: 22-AUG-2025
- Hours per Shift: 12
- Length of Shift in weeks: 2
- Shifts per cycle: 7
- Shift Pattern: Days, Nights
- Days Off: As Per Rotation
- Minimum Salary: $33.42
- Maximum Salary: $38.27
- Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required
Required Qualifications:
High School diploma or equivalent.
Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General.
Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program).
Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence.
Valid Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.
Additional Required Qualifications:
As Required.
Preferred Qualifications:
2 years of post-secondary education in relevant field of work. 2 years' experience working in a Peace Officer position.
Please note:
All postings close at 23:59 MT of the posting end date indicated.
Security Screening:
A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.
About Alberta Health Services
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta.
Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world.
Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.
Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.