Manager, Campus Safety and Risk Prevention

University of Victoria - Victoria, BC V8W 2Y2 CA (Primary)

Posting Close Date: 28 April 2025. Please note that positions will close at 4 p.m. on the closing date.

Salary Grade: 79,376.00 - $103,243.00

Additional Posting Information: N / A. Salary posted will be pro-rated based on FTE and achieved as per the collective agreement, if applicable.

Classification: SG12

Start Date: 5 / 12 / 2025

End Date: 5 / 13 / 2026

Employee Group : PEA - Term

Category: Administrative and Support Services

About this Opportunity

This pivotal position reports to the Manager of Personal Safety and is suited for those passionate about creating and maintaining a safe learning and working environment for students, staff, and faculty.

There is opportunity to learn in this role. We welcome candidates with transferable skills who do not come from a traditional safety or security background and wish to grow in areas including proactive violence risk assessment, evaluating safety concerns, and establishing meaningful relationships with the campus community.

The salary range for this position is :

• Recruitment range : $79,376- $87,518 starting salary determined by the PEA Collective Agreement.
• Performance range : $103,243 salary range ceiling is available through annual performance increases.

Job Summary

Campus Security Services is a department within the Vice President Finance and Operations portfolio that provides security, campus safety, emergency planning, parking, and motor pool services to the campus community at the University of Victoria. These services are provided 24/7/365 to ensure a safe, secure, and welcoming campus environment.

The Manager, Campus Safety and Risk Prevention, under the supervision of the Personal Safety Manager, is responsible for proactive Violence Risk assessment, initial intake, and response planning for emerging trends and incidents within the campus community. The role includes preparing presentations and materials to communicate insights and trends effectively.

This position involves establishing analysis and metrics to identify safety and security needs, handling sensitive and confidential matters, and collaborating with other departments for investigations and follow-up on complex issues involving campus members.

The incumbent will develop strategies with campus partners to engage diverse experiences with a trauma-informed approach, ensuring inclusive, equitable, and supportive safety practices.

As needed, the role includes participating in an on-call capacity due to the 24/7/365 operational nature, which may involve being reachable by phone or attending campus to resolve issues.

Job Requirements

Requires education, training, and at least 2 years of experience related to violence risk assessment, psychology, criminal justice, or social science.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities include :

• Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
• Experience in post-secondary education or large public institutions is an asset.
• Ability to conduct violence risk assessments and investigations with tact, discretion, and professionalism.
• Strong administrative, records management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze data and synthesize information for reports.
• Excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Effective collaboration with diverse individuals across campus.
• Adaptability to dynamic environments and multitasking.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Understanding of Critical Incident Stress Management principles.
• Must maintain a Security Officer level clearance and obtain a Vulnerable Sector Criminal Record Check.
• Must hold a valid BC driver’s license.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities to gain within the first 6 months include social media proficiency, relationship building, investigative tools, violence risk assessment and management training, open-source intelligence training, and awareness of campus issues and trends. First Aid and CPR certifications are also desirable.

We acknowledge and respect the Ləkʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm / Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Ləkʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose relationships with the land continue today.

Equity Statement : UVic is committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, and human rights. We encourage applications from marginalized groups.

Read our full equity statement here: www.uvic.ca/equitystatement.

Accessibility Statement: For accommodations during the application process, contact: [email protected] Personal information will be kept confidential.

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