Protective Services Officer - Open Until Filled

Government of Manitoba; Thompson; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Government of Manitoba is seeking a BG Security Officer 1 for part-time work in Thompson. The role involves maintaining public peace and providing security services across government facilities. Candidates must have strong communication skills and the ability to work under pressure. A mandatory training program is required for selected candidates. Interested applicants should submit an application form, indicating the advertisement number and position title.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a team environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Preserves and maintains public peace in government facilities.
• Provides security services to prevent damage and theft.
• Works a rotating 24/7 shift schedule.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Stress Management

Job description

BG Security Officer 1

Term/part-time

Manitoba Justice

Protective Services, Public Safety

Thompson MB

Advertisement Number: 44159

Salary(s): BG $21.55 - $25.71 per hour

Closing Date: June 15, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Training:

For selected candidates, a mandatory paid training program of approximately 1 - 3 weeks (full days Monday to Friday) is required.

All applications received within ten (10) calendar days of the posting date will be accepted and considered for further evaluation. If the position remains unfilled, applications may continue to be accepted and considered until the closing date. To ensure your application is considered, please apply within the initial ten (10) day posting period.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. See below for further instructions.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check.
• Satisfactory Internal Security Screening.
• A full class 5 (5F) Manitoba Driver's Licence.
• Emergency First Aid/CPR (Level C) Certificate and Automated External Defibrillators (AED) Certification.
• Ability to work rotating shifts encompassing a 24 hours/7 day schedule including extended shifts and short notice call-ins is required.
• Satisfactory Certificate of Medical Fitness.
  
  

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Experience working in a team environment.
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to create and maintain positive working relationships.
• Excellent verbal communication skills with ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy.
• Effective problem solving and sound judgment skills.
• Ability to work independently and make decisions with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written communication skills with ability to take accurate and complete notes.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage stress effectively.
  
  

Desired:

• Experience in security or law enforcement or an appropriate combination of directly related training and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge of Security practices, principles and related legislation, policies and procedures.
• Commitment to continuous learning and the ability to adapt to change.
  
  

Duties:

Reporting to the Security Supervisor, the Protective Services Officer by virtue of authority gained through applicable Legislative Acts, preserves and maintains the public peace in/on all government facilities. The Protective Services Officer works a rotating 24 hour / 7 dayshift schedule and provides security services for all government buildings and associated grounds, towards prevention of accidental damage, vandalism, illegal intrusion and/or other occurrences such as theft, unauthorized use of property, etc., in association with local law enforcement agencies, fire departments and building maintenance staff.

Apply to:

Advertisement # 44159

Talent Acquisition

Human Resource Services

600-259 Portage Avenue

Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.

To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form. Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services under “Apply to” to request a copy of the application form. The selection board will rely only on information provided in this form to determine whether a candidate will be invited for further assessment. Note: You are not required to submit a cover letter, but may be asked to submit a resume, references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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