At Red Deer Polytechnic, this isn’t just another security job. You’ll go beyond leading a dedicated security team to providing trusted advice, training, and supporting emergency response and business continuity across the institution.

Your work will help the effective operation of the Security Services function, which has a direct influence on Red Deer Polytechnic’s Strategic Plan’s themes by impacting the quality of the learning, research and working environment, as well as the perception of RDP by the public as a quality educational institution. If you’re ready to grow your career in a role that blends technical expertise with human connection, we’d love to meet you!

The position is required to be held on site at RDP.

Develops, administers, and enforces policies, procedures and guidelines related to RDP safety, security, enforcement, emergency management and business continuity activities

Oversees security services contract including developing KPIs, enforcing contract terms and conditions, and ensuing contract security continues to meet the expectations of the RDP community

Provides interpretation of legislation and RDP policies and procedures for Security Services team in order to ensure function is functioning and operating inappropriate manner

Performs enhanced risk and violence assessments concerning students, staff and faculty

Collaborates and enforces interim measures and sanctions for students, employees and non-RDP community members

Provides support for the management of threats and liaises with police, fire, ambulance services, and other responding agencies as appropriate

Oversees activities with respect to processes and daily operations of security and security systems

Undertakes an active role in scene management during emergencies by directing the activities of others and making operational decisions to manage events occurring on and affecting RDP

Develops, coordinates, evaluates, and ensures ongoing training requirements are met for the RDP community and in compliance with legislation as it relates to safety, security, emergency measures and business continuity

Provides site specific training to all Security Services staff (including contract staff)

Supports RDP special events through the provision of security and advisory services by the Security Services function

Coordinates, leads, and conducts investigations into security incidents, makes recommendations and follows up on corrective actions and implementation of controls to prevent similar instances

Receives, investigates and/or addresses all inquiries and complaints regarding Security Services staff, policies or procedures and providing reports detailing findings, analysis and recommendations (as required)

Provides supervisory oversight by ensuring that Security Services functions, investigations, reports, and activities are conducted and completed properly; Meets with individuals who are making a complaint/disclosure, provide options under policy or law and direct to appropriate support services

Represents, supports, and provides advice and recommendations from Security Services on institutional committees and task groups, as required





Conducts audits to ensure that all contract security has the necessary training, equipment, and licenses to perform their duties and all terms and conditions of the contract are being complied with

Oversees the administration, use and operation of Security Services programs and security systems (e.g., CCTV, communications, alarms, etc.)

Conducts analysis and reporting of security incidents to identify trends and enhance the effectiveness of the RDP security program

Evaluates effectiveness of security contracts and make changes on service/providers/equipment following RDP policies and procedures

Identifies operational requirements, including capital purchases for use in day-to-day activities by Security Services

Arranges for the procurement, ongoing management and receipt of equipment, supplies and services following RDP policies and procedures

Develops, implements, and administers multi-year security systems strategy in coordination with impacted RDP departments (e.g., Campus Management, IT Services)

Assists with the preparation of and reporting for the Security Services operations budget and operational planning

Monitors the Security Services operations budget and forecasts requirements forthe future · Receives and resolves complex, sensitive, and escalated inquiries and complaints regarding Security Services activities while escalating concerns and providing recommendations as appropriate

Develops and maintains threat and hazard assessments relative to Security Services

Identifies emerging trends in the post-secondary and security fields and remains abreast of new developing technologies and security processes that could be relevant to enhancing the RDP security program.

Responsible for effective recruitment and selection, retention, coaching, supervision, performance management, offboarding of direct report(s) incompliance with People and Culture policies and procedures, FOIP, and collective agreements in support of high performing team

Ensures that all regulations of Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S;) are followed to provide a safe work setting and follows up on reports generated by People & Culture to ensure compliance with OH&S; and WHMIS training

Approves, monitors, and reports vacation and other absences for all direct report(s); arrange coverage for all vacation and long-term absences as required

Remains relevant and continuously developing skills and education in the field of physical security and promotes direct reports to do the same

Four-year undergraduate degree in related discipline (e.g., security management, law enforcement, business administration, social science, etc.)

Hold an individual security service license and an investigator license issued pursuant to the Security Services and Investigator Act of Alberta





advanced level Crime Prevention by Environmental Design, Certified Emergency Manager (CEM), Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), Associate Business Continuity Professional(ABCP)) an asset

Over 5 years experience managing a security services function

Experience with emergency management systems in Alberta and/or other jurisdictions and an understanding of the Incident Command System (or similar)

Knowledgeable in protection of assets; security risk management; crime prevention through environmental design; special event security; design, evaluation, and application of security systems such as access control, surveillance camera systems, alarm systems and fire safety systems

Experience in reviewing and interpreting legislation as it applies to security, emergency management and business continuity

Experience from a post secondary institution an asset

Exceptional de-escalation, negotiation, and crisis management skills

Understanding of good business practices and project management practices in service delivery (including change management)

Skills and knowledge acquired within a large organization, within a multi-union environment, and preferred knowledge of operations of a post-secondary institution; typically obtained through a combination of formal education and at least 5 years of solid relevant experience

Experience in training others, effective recruitment and selection, retention, coaching, supervision, performance management, offboarding of direct report(s).

Remains relevant and continuously developing skills and education in the field of physical security and promotes direct reports to do the same

Undertakes an active role in scene management during emergencies by directing the activities of others and making operational decisions to manage events occurring on and affecting RDP

Coordinates, leads, and conducts investigations into security incidents, makes recommendations and follows up on corrective actions and implementation of controls to prevent similar instances

Red Deer Polytechnic offers a comprehensive benefits package including extended health and dental care through Blue Cross, access to a health spending account, pension plan, Employee & Family Assistance Program, generous vacation allotments, credit tuition waivers and opportunities for professional development funding.

- Additional time off due to Institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays.
- *Eligibility to access the above-mentioned benefits is dependent upon the EXEMPT Terms and Conditions of Employment and related RDP policies.

You will be employed on a full-time basis. We are committed to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community.

To enrich the intellectual, economic, cultural, and social development of Central Alberta, we value the contributions of individuals with diverse perspectives and experiences. We encourage applications from Indigenous persons, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, individuals of all sexual orientations, and persons of any gender identity orexpression.

however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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📌 Security Service Manager - Permanent (Red Deer)
🏢 Red Deer College
📍 Red Deer