Posted 20 days ago
Protection Services Officer
@ Island Health
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a temporary Protection Services Officer to maintain and enforce the security of persons and property under established policies and procedures. The role reports to the Team Leader, Protection Services and may require travel. Candidates need Grade 12, Basic and Advanced Security Training, Intermediate First Aid, one year of related experience, and a valid BC Security Guard License with handcuff endorsement.
Responsibilities:
- Maintain and enforce security of persons and property
- Follow established policies and procedures
- Continuously improve quality and safety
- Travel as required for service assignments
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 and recognized Basic and Advanced Security Training
- Intermediate First Aid and one year of related experience
- Valid BC Security Guard License with handcuff endorsement
- Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License
Tools & skills
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-10-18
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-04
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Security & protective services |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Travel | ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic, Client sites |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | BC Security Guard License, Handcuff endorsement, Intermediate First Aid, Class 5 BC Driver's License |
| Driver’s licence | required |
| Education | High school (required) |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,244 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of Island Health (Vancouver Island Health Authority), patient and staff safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Team Leader, Protection Services, the Protection Services Officer maintains and enforces security of persons and property in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Travel may be a requirement of this position. If applicable, transportation arrangements must meet the operational requirements of the Vancouver Island Health Authority in accordance with the service assignment and the incumbent must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Grade 12, successful completion of recognized Basic and Advanced Security Training certification, Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2) plus one year of recent related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Holds a valid B.C. Security Guard License with applicable handcuff endorsement. Valid Class 5 BC Driver's License.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to deal with others effectively.
- Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position.
- Ability to organize work.
- Ability to operate related equipment.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD5008.pdfJournal
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