Regional Protective Services Officer

Job description

Job Summary

• Monitor/administer activities in support of access controls.

• Monitor and respond to emergency/safety situations to ensure the protection of life, facility and property by maintaining an acceptable level of order, control and safety.

• Ensure the protection of CSIS property and the personal property of employees and visitors by conducting safety and security patrols.

• Respond, assist and monitor all activities related to an evacuation of the complex.

• In cooperation with team members, train and mentor new officers to the team.

• Prepare shift, incident and monthly statistical reports related to all safety and security activities.

• Conduct random security searches and report anomalies.

• Respond to internal and public telephone lines, National Service Call Center queries and maintain local call log.

Education

• College diploma (3-year program) and one (1) year of relevant experience*; or

• College diploma (2-year program) and two (2) years of relevant experience*, or

• College diploma (1-year program), or Quebec Attestation of College Studies (ACS) and three (3) years of relevant experience*, or

• High school diploma and four (4) years of relevant experience*.

The College Diploma or Attestation of College Studies must be in field of studies needed for the position. It must be obtained from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

Experience

• Relevant experience is defined as:

• Experience within the last five (5) years in a protective service and security related function. This refers to a role in the protection of assets, operations and employees from various security threats.

• Experience within the last five (5) years managing various components of a security guard post, including access management and camera controls.

Competencies

• Adaptability / Flexibility

• Client Service

• Interpersonal Skills

• Reliability

• Communication

• Organizational / Multitasking

Assets

An asset qualification is a qualification which can enhance the ability to perform the work based on current and future business requirements, but which is not strictly required. Assets can help determine right fit in certain circumstances.

• Any Professional certification in the field of security such as:

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) o Physical Security Professional (PSP)

• Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED)

• Wicklander-Zulawski Certificate

• Knowledge of building and construction methods and codes  First Aid / CPR / AED training

Conditions of Employment

• Overtime

• Working shift work / weekend  Wearing a uniform

Notes

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

Reference Links

• Salary Grade Breakdown

Security Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

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Important

Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA) . CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.

CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.

The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Date Modified

2025-06-27