Security Officer
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Click here to apply as an internal applicant. Req ID: 219652 Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre Department: FMS SECURITY NZ Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment ( 100% ) x 1 CUPE Support Position Posting Closing Date: 2-Jul-26 Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today. Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here. About The Opportunity The Nova Scotia Health Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Nova Scotia Health (NSH) patients, staff, visitors, and assets. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and respectful environment in accordance with NSH policies, emergency response procedures, and applicable legislation. The Security Officer provides visible security presence, oversees proactive patrols, responds to emergencies, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders such as facilities management, healthcare teams, and law enforcement. About You We would love to hear from you if you have the following: One-year college program in Sheriff, Policing Competencies, Correctional Services, or Law Enforcement programs available through private colleges or law enforcement agencies requiredMinimum one (1) year related experience requiredPrevious security experience in a healthcare or institutional environments and previous training as a Sherriff, Corrections Officer or Police Training is preferredRequired to maintain Special Constable status to retain the positionSecurity related training courses preferred – Use of Force, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Emergency ResponseFamiliarity with security technology (CCTV, access control systems, radios)Ability to complete physical testing standards and be physically capable to be trained in the use of intermediate tools such as conducted energy equipment, batons, OC spray and shieldsMust hold a valid NS driver’s licenseRequired to write clear, informative reports in EnglishAbility to respond effectively to emergencies and make quick decisions under pressureStrong communication, interpersonal and conflict de- escalation skills are essentialCompetencies in other language an asset, French preferred Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications. Hours Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly Compensation And Benefits $33.65 - $37.99 hourly Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan. Once You've Applied Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position. Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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Security Officer
Nova Scotia Health Authority
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About this role
Click here to apply as an internal applicant.
Req ID: 219652
Location: Northern Zone, Colchester East Hants Health Centre
Department: FMS SECURITY NZ
Type of Employment: Temporary Hourly FT long-assignment ( 100% ) x 1
CUPE Support Position
Posting Closing Date: 2-Jul-26
Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, with some specialized services also offered to clients throughout Atlantic Canada. We’re on a mission to achieve excellence in health, healing, and learning through working together, which is reflected in the hospitals, health centres, and community-based programs we operate across the province. Our passionate team of professionals provides a variety of high-quality inpatient and outpatient services including academic, tertiary, and quaternary care, as well as continuing care, primary health care, public health, and mental health and addictions. Join a diverse team of innovators, collaborators, and creative thinkers today.
Nova Scotia Health employs professionals in all corners of our beautiful province. We believe there's a place here for everyone to call home, from vibrant cities with exuberant nightlife to quaint towns with picturesque trails. The work-life balance that comes with a Nova Scotia Health role means you'll have the time to explore, discover, and participate in that coveted Atlantic lifestyle. Visit us today and check out www.novascotia.com to see why more people from across the globe are moving here.
About The Opportunity
The Nova Scotia Health Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of Nova Scotia Health (NSH) patients, staff, visitors, and assets. This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and respectful environment in accordance with NSH policies, emergency response procedures, and applicable legislation. The Security Officer provides visible security presence, oversees proactive patrols, responds to emergencies, and collaborates with internal and external stakeholders such as facilities management, healthcare teams, and law enforcement.
About You
We would love to hear from you if you have the following:
One-year college program in Sheriff, Policing Competencies, Correctional Services, or Law Enforcement programs available through private colleges or law enforcement agencies requiredMinimum one (1) year related experience requiredPrevious security experience in a healthcare or institutional environments and previous training as a Sherriff, Corrections Officer or Police Training is preferredRequired to maintain Special Constable status to retain the positionSecurity related training courses preferred – Use of Force, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Emergency ResponseFamiliarity with security technology (CCTV, access control systems, radios)Ability to complete physical testing standards and be physically capable to be trained in the use of intermediate tools such as conducted energy equipment, batons, OC spray and shieldsMust hold a valid NS driver’s licenseRequired to write clear, informative reports in EnglishAbility to respond effectively to emergencies and make quick decisions under pressureStrong communication, interpersonal and conflict de- escalation skills are essentialCompetencies in other language an asset, French preferred
Please ensure your resume is up to date and includes all relevant education, experience, training, and certifications.
Hours
Long assignment full-time position; 75 hours biweekly
Compensation And Benefits
$33.65 - $37.99 hourly
Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.
Once You've Applied
Thank you for your interest in this position. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
This is a Support bargaining unit position. Preference is given to bargaining unit employees for unionized positions. Employees are encouraged to view their seniority hours and dates in their SuccessFactors online profile. Successful applicants changing unions, bargaining units, or employment status, are advised to seek clarification regarding their seniority, benefits, and vacation entitlement and/or usage, prior to accepting the position.
Nova Scotia Health is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity, and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. We encourage all qualified applicants who self-identify as Indigenous, Black/African Nova Scotian, Persons of Colour, Foreign Nationals/Newcomers, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ to apply and self-identify.
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