Physical Security Advisor

Role Responsibilities

Properties’ Programs & Integration Unit is the primary point of contact and resource, for the regional offices within the Properties Branch, for business, technical, systems, and process expertise, with the goal of facilitating uniformity, continuous improvement, and innovation in relation to property management practices. Programs & Integration is accountable for knowledge management and consistency relating to Properties business, accommodations, major maintenance, facilities management, and project delivery processes, as well as for providing associated training, and identifying and promoting the application of best practices.

This position is a key resource within the Building Support Team, reporting to the Building Support Manager. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and maintenance of Properties’ Security Framework. This includes developing and continuously improving security policies, processes and procedures; defining roles and responsibilities related to security in the Properties Branch; providing tools and delivering training to staff in Properties; and monitoring the effectiveness of security initiatives.

The primary responsibilities for the Physical Security Advisor include, but are not limited to:

• Developing policies, procedures, and standards to establish a Minimum Standard of Security for GoA owned and leased facilities and buildings.
• Implementing processes and mechanisms to track and monitor status of physical security measures, protocols, and solutions in place for GoA owned and leased buildings and facilities to facilitate information sharing and cost effectiveness, mitigate liability, and improve safety and security of employees, visitors, and assets.
• Responding and actioning requests for security assessments on GoA owned and leased buildings in accordance with established priorities and guidelines.
• Developing reports pertaining to physical security assessment findings for consideration of senior decision-makers, including identification of security deficiencies, threats, and recommendations for potential solutions.
• Developing and delivering physical security awareness presentations to diverse audiences, including Properties representatives and clients (staff from ministries, boards and agencies).
• Identifying opportunities to enhance awareness within the GoA of physical security protocols and guidelines through training and education initiatives and develops associated recommendations and responses.
• Providing input and expertise to stakeholders managing physical security projects, including reviewing project scope statements, descriptions of requests, specifications, deliverables, and requests for proposals, and assisting with evaluation of proposals from consultants and vendors and development of associated contracts.
• Performing post-project reviews to ensure projects are in compliance with physical security policies, procedures, and guidelines.

Role Responsibilities - continued

The successful candidate will have:

• Strong written and verbal communication and active listening skills.
• Presentation and training skills. The ability to present or otherwise information effectively to large audiences.
• Analytical, research, and problem-solving skills, including ability to synthesize and analyze information obtained from varied sources and develop innovative solutions and recommendations.
• Interpersonal and consultation skills.
• Time management and organizational skills. The ability to manage multiple priorities and produce results in an environment with uncompromising deadlines.
• Project planning and coordination skills.
• High commitment to client service, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

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APS Competencies

Qualifications

Minimum recruitment standards outline the minimum education and experience required for appointment to a job classification. Refer to https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-minimum-recruitment-standards.

Required:

• University graduation in a related discipline.
• PLUS Four (4) years of directly related experience.
  
  

Equivalency: Related experience or education (e.g. related diploma) may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

Assets:

• Demonstrable knowledge with CPTED.
• A security-related certificate such as Physical Security Professional (PSP).
• Experience in design, consultation and commissioning of building security systems in a public sector environment.

Notes

This position is a permanent, full-time role, with the standard weekly work hours of 36.25, Monday to Friday (8:15 am – 4:30 pm).

Location: Edmonton AB

Required Travel: occasional overnight travel required (<25%)

Applicants are advised to provide a cover letter and resume summarizing information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies.

Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

Any costs associated with obtaining the required documents/checks as noted or interview travel expenses, will be the responsibility of the candidate. Out-of-province applicants can obtain the required documents/checks from the province they currently reside in.

Links and information on what the Government of Alberta has to offer to prospective employees:

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Public Service Pension Plan (PSPP) - https://www.pspp.ca.
• Alberta Public Service Benefit Information - https://www.alberta.ca/alberta-public-service-benefits.
• Professional learning and development - https://www.alberta.ca/professional-development-support-directive.
• Research Alberta Public Service Careers tool – https://researchapscareers.alberta.ca.
• Positive workplace culture and work-life balance.