Security Officer – Public Safety

Commissionaires BC is proud to provide security services to a Government of Canada Public Safety site located in Burnaby.

We are currently looking for security professionals who would be interested in working at a high profile Government of Canada site, and are comfortable and able to go through a Top Secret Clearance process.

Successful candidates will need to have an open availability, including weekends and overnight shifts.

Ideal candidates would be:

• Able to provide superior customer service to both customers and clients
• Experienced in following strict protocols and dealing with emergency situations
• Be of good character and sound mind,
• Honest and trustworthy
• Reliable
• Capable of obtaining a Top Secret Clearance.
• In possession of valid BC Security Licence and OFA 1 certificate or willing to obtain
• Able to work shift rotations including mornings, afternoons and graveyards

Top secret clearance requirements:

• Minimum of 10 years living Canada
• Must hold Canadian citizenship
• Have no criminal record or association with criminal activities (including family, friends and acquaintances)
• The test itself comprises of:
• Completion of comprehensive paperwork
• Thorough and intense investigation on past activities, associations and your character
• Examination of vices, dishonesty, and financial status
• Polygraph Test – Must complete and pass testing

**Please note – due to the nature of the clearance, processing times can take 10-12 months to complete. Commissionaires would be able to offer temporary employment in the meantime**

What’s in it for you:

• Opportunity to work for high profile government site
• Competitive wages
• Potential future career opportunities within Public Safety
• Bonus Program
• $250 – Once Top Secret Clearance has been obtained

Site role and responsibilities:

• Liaise with all security personnel regarding specific activities or concerns, maintaining open communication
• Monitoring of CCTV cameras, reviewing situations and reporting/advising on-site personnel of appropriate response
• Greet visitors and staff members
• Ensure confidentiality for staff members and the site
• Enforce building security, and maintain a safe environment for all personnel and the public
• Manage incoming calls, inquiries, and pass along vital information
• Respond to inquiries according to site access protocols
• Respond to emergency situations

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $24.11 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Application question(s):

• Have you been living in Canada for the last 10 years, without having been out of the country for more than 6 months at a time?
• Are you a Canadian citizen?
• A requirement for this position is to obtain a Top Secret Clearance. Are you comfortable being put through the Top Secret Government clearance process, including a polygraph test?

Licence/Certification:

• BC Security Guard Licence (required)
• Basic First Aid Certificate (required)

Work Location: In person