Provincial Security Manager

Role Responsibilities

The Provincial Security Manager is the key contact and subject matter expert for the Ministry on security issues related to policy development; threat, risk and impact assessments; planning, training and administration. Such advice and intelligence support multi-agency and cross-government efforts to protect elected officials, employees, appointees, and provincial assets from human induced, intentional threats that could adversely affect government operations and the citizens of Alberta.

As the front-line manager within the Provincial Security Office (PSO), the Provincial Security Manager directly supports the Director - Provincial Security Office by leading a team of Physical Security Advisors and the Security Clearance Coordinator to coordinate activities, security issues and the exchange of intelligence. The Manager also oversees the Security Clearance program for the Government of Alberta.

This position routinely engages with managerial and senior supervisory law enforcement, intelligence, and government officials at the national, provincial, and municipal levels to share information relevant to the security and interests of Alberta. This position also engages with members of provincial agencies, boards, and commissions.

In this role you will be a leader in the following:

• Lead the development of a strategic framework for an enterprise security risk management framework with a cohesive provincial security policy.
• Compile and present a variety of reports for Executive Teams with key security information.
• Research methods to enhance security measures at all facilities occupied by the GOA and its boards and agencies.
• Develop networks with security professionals in other jurisdictions.
• Co-chair relevant security committee and working group meetings.
• Identify emerging security risks, issues and trends and develop mitigation strategies.
• Consult and collaborate with GOA Cyber Security Services and Provincial Sheriffs Branch regarding security incidents and investigations.
• Develop and deliver ongoing training and education for the GOA regarding security related matters.
• Provide leadership in the management of sensitive security issues or risks, including vulnerability assessments and employee safety matters.
• Liaise with Security Services within Alberta including law enforcement agencies, federal agencies, and representatives from other provincial / territorial jurisdictions.
• Ensure assessments and evaluations are performed in compliance with established security policies. 
• Provide security advice on various projects and initiatives.

Please click on this link to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies

Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

• Systems Thinking: Identifies system behaviors that challenge progress and creates plans to address them.
• Build Collaborative Environments: Leads and contributes to the conditions and environments that allow people to work collaboratively and productively to achieve outcomes.
• Develop Networks: Proactively building networks, connecting, and building trust in relationships with different stakeholders.
• Develop Self and Others: Desire to invest in the development of the long-term capability of self and others.
• Agility: Must be able to anticipate, assess, and readily adapt to changing priorities, maintain resilience, and work effectively in challenging environments.
  

This link will assist you with understanding competencies: https://www.alberta.ca/system/files/custom_downloaded_images/psc-alberta-public-service-competency-model.pdf.

Qualifications

University graduation in Law Enforcement, Criminal Investigations, Crime Prevention, Security Operations plus a minimum of 5 years of combined experience in one or more of the following areas: Security Operations, Crime Prevention, Criminal Investigations, or Law Enforcement.

Related experience or education may be considered as an equivalency on a one for one basis.

Required:

• Valid Class 5 Alberta Drivers Licence
• Must be eligible to obtain Peace Officer Status through the Peace Officer Program.

Assets:

• Leadership role serving on an investigative team, operational or emergency management team.
• Experience conducting and leading sensitive and timely investigations (national security, major crimes, security intelligence, internal security).
• Experience implementing physical and cyber security standards and practices.
• Familiarity with Government Security Screening standards and practices.
• Experience conducting Threat Assessment / Risk Mitigation and/or related training (CPP, CPTED, HCR-20, Protect International, Law Enforcement or others).
• Occupational Health and Safety training related to workplace security and/or residential security (preferred).
• Working knowledge of 1GX, JOIN, Document Hub (aka SharePoint), APSA.
• Working knowledge of open-source research methodologies (including social media).

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.

Notes

John E. Brownlee Building, Edmonton, Alberta 
Hours of Work: 36.25 hours per week (permanent full time)
Monday to Friday (8:15 am to 4:30 pm)

Other Application Information:

A cover letter is required with your application, outlining how your education and experience aligns with the role.

Final candidates may be required to undergo a written test demonstrating writing skills and abilities pre or post interviews.

Please indicate employment duration for all roles listed on your resume and whether you worked part-time or full-time. For example, January 15, 2006 - June 25, 2009: Assistant (PT three 8 hrs. shifts/week).

This position may require final candidates to undergo a security clearance.

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 GoA have to offer to prospective employees.

• Working for the Alberta Public Service - https://www.alberta.ca/advantages-working-for-alberta-public-service.aspx.
• Management Employees Pension Plan (MEPP) - https://www.mepp.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.
• Opportunity to participate in flexible work arrangements such as working from home up to two days per week and modified work schedule agreement.
• Leadership and mentorship programs.