Trainer - Officer Safety Instructor

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A provincial health service provider seeks an Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) to deliver training for Protective Services members. Responsibilities include training design, development, and delivery, aligned with legislative requirements and AHS standards. Candidates should have a post-secondary diploma, relevant experience, and strong interpersonal skills. The position involves significant travel across the province and offers a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for appointment as a Community Peace Officer in Alberta.
• Must have valid PARE.
• 2 years minimum instructional experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide training to front-line Protective Services members.
• Support training initiatives related to the Compassionate Intervention Act.
• Design and deliver training materials that align with AHS standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Physical training facilitation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Post-secondary diploma in a related field

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Your Opportunity

The Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) is a provincial role within the Protective Services (PS) Training and Development Unit and is responsible for providing training to frontline Protective Services members. As part of PS’ evolving responsibilities, the Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) will also support training initiatives related to the Compassionate Intervention Act (Bill 53). This legislation introduces a legal framework for involuntary treatment of individuals whose substance use poses a significant risk of harm to themselves or others. PS has been tasked with operational support and curriculum development under this mandate, including the transport and safety and security of individuals subject to Compassionate Intervention Orders. The Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) must have the ability to work independently with minimal guidance, supervision, and direction. There is an extensive travel component to this position as you will be going to various locations around the province. The Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) acts as a critical resource of knowledge and expertise for the areas of PS Community Peace Officer related training programs, including: CPOIP, recertifications, Officer Safety (OS), The Working Mind, and Tactical Communications. Significant judgment and expertise are exercised by the Officer Safety Instructor in the offering of professional opinions to PS Operations. The Officer Safety Instructor (Trainer) is responsible to stay abreast of current Peace Officer training (content/curriculum, changes in provincial statues, relevant legal academia, OS related content/curriculum, best practices and AHS Policies and Procedures). The position involves public speaking and teaching both the academic and physical aspects of Peace Officer related training, and various other courses throughout the province.

Description

As a Trainer, you will participate in the development, enhancement and delivery of training for staff in accordance with AHS standards and practices. You will design, develop and deliver training materials that align with the training framework for various AHS applications and processes. Throughout the course development cycle, you will follow relevant standards to ensure a consistent approach for all training courses offered. Course delivery methods can include in-person and online facilitation as well as self-study online learning modules (e-learning). You will also provide excellent customer service and end user support to staff impacted by AHS applications and processes.

Classification Details

• Classification: Trainer
• Union: AUPE GSS
• Unit and Program: Protective Services
• Primary Location: Alberta Hospital Edmonton
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi‑Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 1.00
• Posting End Date: 17‑OCT‑2025
• Employee Class: Regular Full Time
• Date Available: 03‑NOV‑2025
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: 2
• Shifts per cycle: 10
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
• Minimum Salary: $31.21
• Maximum Salary: $42.13
• Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications

• Completion of post‑secondary diploma in a related field.

Additional Required Qualifications

• Must be eligible for appointment as a Community Peace Officer in the Province of Alberta.
• Must have high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have valid PARE.
• Relevant industry experience may be considered in lieu of formal education requirements.
• Ability to perform/facilitate low and high intensity physical training sessions.
• Work well in a team environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Effective communicator.
• Ability to work independently with limited supervision.
• Class 5 driver's license or non GDL is required.
• 2‑year minimum instructional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Solicitor General Control Tactics Instructor certification (CTI).
• Experience teaching CPOIP, CSIT, SIT, or any law enforcement induction related training.