Corporate Security Specialist

City of Winnipeg; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Winnipeg is seeking a Corporate Security Specialist to ensure a safe environment for employees and visitors at City facilities. You will identify security needs, conduct risk assessments, manage security staff, and support emergency response efforts.

The role requires a post-secondary security-related degree, 5+ years in a management security role, and strong communication with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in security management, emergency management, Police Foundations/Public Safety or related discipline.
• CPP (Certified Protection Professional) and CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) are assets.
• Minimum 5 years in a security/management role within security or emergency response sectors.
• Leadership focused on teamwork and public service.
• Ability to develop and deliver training materials.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop and deliver a broad range of security services.
• Conduct security consultations and risk assessments.
• Oversee contract security guards and provide training to staff.
• Conduct investigations and provide recommendations to prevent recurrence.
• Provide security program advice for projects and renovations.

Skills

Security management

Emergency management

Leadership

Training development

Policy interpretation

Stakeholder relations

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in security management or related discipline

CPP/CPTED asset

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Recruitment Details

Corporate Security Specialist

Department: Office of the CAO

Designated Work Location: 510 Main Street ; On Site

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday

Salary: $90,906.444 -$123,896.152 annually, Out of Scope Grade 4

Employee Group: Out of Scope

Posting No.: 127390

Closing Date: September 23, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Flexible work arrangements, which may include flexible hours, remote work, or a hybrid of remote work may be available; subject to review and approval. Please note that Employees who are approved to work remotely are responsible for and must demonstrate that they are available to return to their Designated Work Location and/or other work location to attend meetings or attend other tasks that occur in person.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection. Consideration will be given to Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Job Profile

Under the general guidance of the Corporate Security Manager, the Corporate Security Specialist plays a key role in ensuring a safe and secure environment for everyone who works, visits, or participates in recreational activities on City of Winnipeg properties. This is achieved by assisting in identifying, developing, and delivering a broad range of security services, including security consultations, threat risk assessments and audits, project planning review and support, security investigations, operational oversight of security guards, and staff training for various departments as needed.

Additionally, the Corporate Security Specialist actively participates in emergency responses, representing the division as required or contributing to the broader emergency management response framework.

As The Corporate Security Specialist, Your Duties Will Include

• Identify, Develop, and Deliver a Broad Range of Security Services
• Conduct Security Consultation Services
• Assist in Providing Operational Oversight of Contract Security Guards
• Conduct Security Threat Risk Assessments, Audits, and Make Recommendations
• Assist in Providing Advice Related to Security Programs, New Build Construction, or Renovation Projects
• Conduct Security Investigations
• Provide Security Staff Training to Departments

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• A post-secondary education in security management, emergency management, Police Foundations/Public Safety and/or related discipline or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CPP (Certified Protection Professional) and CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) is an asset
• Minimum 5 years' experience in a management role within the law enforcement, security and /or emergency response sectors, involving building, public and/or personal security with the ability to apply security management, emergency management and preparedness principles.
• Leadership experience with a focus on teamwork, community and public service.
• Ability to develop, review, prepare and deliver training material and programs.
• Ability to provide sound decisions and recommendations related to security requirements
• Ability to interpret and administer public safety policies, procedures and strategies.
• Ability to lead/facilitate working groups, conduct training and presentations.
• Ability to objectively investigate incidents, take witness statements, analyze information, develop conclusions and make recommendations to prevent reoccurrence related to organizational, public safety and/or security issues.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively communicate security requirements to all levels of the organization.
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of Provincial and Federal legislation, guidelines, programs and/or statutes reflecting the security and emergency management sectors.
• Knowledge of physical security technology and applications is an asset.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Office and its applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid
• Must pass and maintain a Level 2 Security Clearance from the Winnipeg Police Service.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Manitoba Class 5F Driver's License
• Must provide a vehicle for transportation while on City business, subject to the terms and conditions of the City's Transportation Policy.

Position Reports To: Corporate Security Manager

• In accordance with Article 4, an employee who enters the bargaining unit on or after the date of ratification [October 29, 2020] shall be placed on Schedule A-2.

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.