Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms

House of Commons (Canada) / Chambre des communes (Canada); Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The House of Commons is seeking an Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms responsible for ensuring security within the parliamentary environment. This role entails acting as a first responder, managing client portfolios, and developing security protocols. Successful candidates will exhibit strong skills in risk management and possess required certifications, promoting a safe and compliant environment for Members of Parliament.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Work-life balance with a 35-hour workweek

Qualifications

• Firearm Certification, Cardiac Intervention, First Aid, and CPR required.
• Experience providing security advisory services in high-profile environments.
• Proficient in developing operational security policies and emergency protocols.

Responsibilities

• Act as an armed presence and first responder in the House of Commons.
• Manage a portfolio of parliamentary clients and develop security protocols.
• Enhance security practices and collaborate with various partners.

Skills

Risk Management

Conflict Resolution

Incident Reports

Safety Compliance

Risk Assessments

Education

Postsecondary education in security administration or related fields

Job description

The House of Commons Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms and Corporate Security is currently looking to staff multiple positions of Assistant Sergeant-at-Arms.

This recruitment and selection process is restricted to employees of the Sergeant-at-Arms and Corporate Security Office.

About the Role :

In this role, you are an armed presence in the Chamber and act as a first responder in the absence of the Sergeant-at-Arms. Your understanding of security compliance, parliamentary proceedings, and protective measures is crucial in delivering expert security advisory services and service excellence to the House of Commons Administration, Members of Parliament, their staff, and parliamentary partners.

You will manage a portfolio of parliamentary clients and help develop customized protocols to improve security practices and procedures.

Top Reasons to Join the Corporate Security team :

Your skills in risk management, security analysis, management, and interpersonal communication will help you deliver excellent service. You will collaborate with various partners across the organization, enhance security practices, and develop your knowledge of parliamentary operations. Your contributions will impact the safety of Members of Parliament and the organization.

• Training and development opportunities.
• Work-life balance with a 35-hour workweek.

Qualifications :

Education :

• A postsecondary education in security administration or related fields, or an acceptable combination of education, training, and experience.
• Required certifications include Firearm Certification, Cardiac Intervention, First Aid, and CPR.

Experiences :

• Experience providing security advisory services to high-profile or sensitive environments.
• Experience conducting threat and risk assessments, interpreting intelligence, and implementing protective measures.
• Experience working with internal and external security partners.
• Experience developing operational security policies and emergency protocols.
• Knowledge of House of Commons operations, protocols, and security measures.

Additional Information :

We are committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment process. For accommodations or support, contact Recruitment and Selection Services.

This bilingual position has a linguistic profile of CBC, but consideration may be given to other profiles.

Once the closing date passes, the job opportunity notice will no longer be available.

This process is restricted to employees of the Sergeant-at-Arms and Corporate Security Office.

Qualified candidates may be considered for future roles.

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Key Skills

Risk Management, Conflict Resolution, Incident Reports, Justice, Legislative Process, Emergency, Rescue Operations, Safety Compliance, Professional Development, Access Control, Personnel Management, Safety Management, Risk Assessments, Engagement with the General Public, Social Events