Your Opportunity

Are you interested in a career with Alberta Health Services (AHS) Protective Services? This pipeline posting is your opportunity to express interest in future full‑time and casual Protective Services Officer roles, which are appointed Community Peace Officer (CPO) positions under provincial legislation. Applying here is the first step in joining our candidate pool. As opportunities arise, shortlisted applicants will be contacted for screening and next steps in the hiring process. AHS is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. We value inclusion, psychological safety, and a culture where everyone can bring their whole selves to work. This commitment to a respectful and supportive environment has contributed to AHS being recognized as one of Canada’s Top Diversity Employers for multiple years.

Protective Services

Officers play a vital role in helping patients, staff, and visitors feel safe across our facilities. If you are motivated to make a meaningful difference in your community and are interested in a career focused on safety, service, and skilled growth, this may be the right path for you.

Description

As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy,



and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.

Classification: Protective Services Officer II Union: AUPE GSS Unit and Program: Protective Services, South Corridor Primary Location: Foothills Medical Centre Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.00 Posting End Date: 14-SEP-2026 Employee Class: Casual/Relief Date Available: 19-OCT-2026 Hours per Shift: 12 Length of Shift in weeks: Varies Shifts per cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends Days Off: Other Minimum Salary: $40.15 Maximum Salary: $45.99 Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Required

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent. Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General. Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program).

Valid

Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence.

Valid Physical Abilities Requirement

Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.

Additional Required Qualifications

Legally entitled to work in Canada. Ability to work a 24-hour shift rotation. Current Emergency First Aid and Level C CPR.

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum two years of related work experience OR a related degree or diploma in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or Psychology. Other related education may be considered. Experience in uniformed public servant roles or emergency services (military, forestry, park ranger, corrections, peace officer). Community involvement or volunteering (unpaid positions). Knowledge of or training in harm reduction, anti-racism and Indigenous awareness. Experience/comfortability in public speaking.

📌 Protective Services Officer II (Calgary)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Calgary