Support Service Associate

Your Opportunity:
At Alberta Health Services (AHS), we strive in building a workplace that’s a reflection of the Albertans we serve. The Protective Services team is seeking a dedicated, ambitious and collaborative Protective Services Officer, within the Chinook Regional Hospital (CRH). As the first to respond and record all security events. You will need strong interpersonal and communication skills to promote collaboration and respect while mitigating high-stress situations. Your compassion and ability to relate to patients, families, staff, visitors, and communities help deescalate conflict and create a positive, safe, diverse, and welcoming environment for all. Be the face representing safety and security! By promoting a compassionate, accepting environment, all Albertans in our hospital will feel safe. We welcome your application!
Description:
As a Protective Services Officer II, you will provide security and protective services for all patients, visitors, staff and AHS property including: violence monitoring, prevention and intervention; enforcement of applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes; asset loss prevention and internal investigations; preparation of court documents and securing evidence; risk assessment and hazard identification; arrests, apprehensions and detentions of persons and first responder to critical events. You will provide support for facility departments on matters of security and safety practices, participates in reviewing and recommending policy, and fosters and maintains positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.

Classification: Protective Services Officer II
Union: AUPE GSS
Unit and Program: Protective Services
Primary Location: Chinook Regional Hospital
Location Details: As Per Location
Multi-Site: Not Applicable

FTE: 1.00

Posting End Date: 28-JAN-2026
Employee Class: Regular Full Time
Date Available: 11-FEB-2026
Hours per Shift: 12
Length of Shift in weeks: 8
Shifts per cycle: 26
Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends
Days Off: As Per Rotation
Minimum Salary: $33.42
Maximum Salary: $38.27
Vehicle Requirement: Driver's License, Vehicle Provided Required Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent. Active (or eligible) for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public, as identified by the Province of Alberta/Solicitor General. Successful completion of Alberta Health Services or Alberta Justice and Solicitor General Community Peace Officer Induction Training Program (6 weeks program). Valid Class 5 (non-GDL) Driver's Licence. Valid Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (P.A.R.E.) completed under 4:45 minute, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.
Additional Required Qualifications: Current Emergency First Aid and CPR.
Preferred Qualifications: A minimum two years of related work experience OR a related degree or diploma in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Sociology, or Psychology. Other related education may be considered. Experience in uniformed public servant roles or emergency services. Community involvement or volunteering (unpaid positions). Knowledge of or training in harm reduction, anti-racism and Indigenous awareness.