Job Description
If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join The City of Calgary. City employees deliver the services, run the programs and operate the facilities which make a difference in our community. We support work-life balance, promote physical and psychological safety, and offer competitive wages, pensions, and benefits. Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.
The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve. We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation. Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.
As a Security Guard, you will enforce and follow procedures as well as protect City of Calgary assets (including people, information, facilities and equipment). Primary duties include:
- Operate and monitor video surveillance systems and intrusion alarm systems.
- Monitor, respond to and report life safety and maintenance systems on issues and incidents.
- Provide initial response to all security-related situations.
- Conduct site specific visitor management and access control requirements.
- Perform general administration duties, including report writing, data entry, word processing, and telephone/reception duties.
- Perform foot and mobile patrol duties, as required.
Qualifications
- A High School diploma or equivalency (e.g. GED or CAEC [Canadian Adult Education Certificate]), plus at least 3 years of security-related experience; OR
- A completed 1 year certificate in Criminology, Policing Studies, Justice Studies, Law or related field with at least 1 year security related experience; OR
- A completed 2 year diploma in any of the fields noted above with less than 1 year security related experience; OR
- A degree in any of the fields noted above.
- A valid Security Guard License issued by the Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services.
- Current Standard First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Level ‘C’, and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certification.
- A valid Class 5 Driver’s License (or provincial equivalent) with no more than 6 demerits or a Graduated Driver’s License (GDL) with no more than 4 demerits, no current suspensions or charges pending is required.
- Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and Excel) and Internet Explorer, and a minimum typing speed of 30 words per minute.
- You have well-developed interpersonal, problem solving and communication skills, along with the ability to work effectively with employees and the public at all levels.
Working Conditions: This position requires physical demands, including: lifting up to 75 lbs.; bending, crouching, pulling, twisting, turning, and riding; operating elevators with repetitive lateral opening; closing manual elevator doors; frequent walking and climbing stairs; and performing duties in varying weather conditions. The ability to work under stressful conditions and interact with confrontational persons is required.
Pre-employment Requirements
- An Enhanced Security Clearance (ESC) will be conducted. The ESC requires applicants to have resided in North America for at least 3 years.
- Applicants will be tested for appropriate skills.
- Must obtain a City of Calgary operator’s permit.
- Successful applicants must provide proof of qualifications. Education obtained from out of country must have or be able to obtain, an Education Credential Assessment (ECA) for confirmation of equivalent credentials.
Pre-employment Drug Test: An offer of employment for this position will be conditional on an applicant passing a pre-employment drug test. This test assesses for use of drugs including cannabis. Failure to pass a pre-employment drug test may prevent an applicant from being hired into any safety sensitive position for a period of up to twelve months.
Union: CUPE Local 38
Business Unit: Corporate Security
Position Type: 8 Permanent and 4 Temporary (up to
18 months)
18 months)
Location: Various
Compensation: Pay Grade 5 $32.29 – 43.16 per hour
Days of Work: Based on a 24/7 operation, days
of work will include evenings, weekends and
statutory holidays.
Hours of work: Non-standard 40 hour work week
Audience: Internal/External
Apply By: February 10, 2026
Job ID #: 313441
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