Residence Security Manager - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Position DetailsPosition InformationPosition Title Residence Security ManagerDepartment/Unit Facilities ManagementLocation HalifaxPosting Number S316-22Employee Group DPMGPosition Type Regular, On-GoingDuration of Contract (if applicable)Employment Type Full TimeFull-time Equivalency (FTE) 1.0Salary $55,034 - $73,625Classification ADM-05Provisional StatementAbout Dalhousie UniversityDalhousie University is Atlantic Canada’s leading research-intensive university and a driver of the region’s intellectual, social and economic development. Located in the heart of Halifax, Nova Scotia, with an Agricultural Campus in Truro/Bible Hill, Dalhousie is a truly national and international university, with more than half of our almost 21,000 students coming from outside of the province. Our 6,000 faculty and staff foster a vibrant, purpose-driven community, that celebrated 200 years of academic excellence in 2018.Job SummaryThe mission of Facilities Management is to provide the Dalhousie community with an inviting, safe and sustainable environment which supports and enhances an inspiring experience in learning, living, working and research. Reporting to the Assistant Director of Security Services, the Residence Community Safety Manager has a significant student centric leadership role in defining the delivery of an evolving security service at Dalhousie University Student Residence facilities as well as developing and delivering behaviour management and crisis intervention programs with the goal of improving student safety and emergency response.Key Responsibilities

• Interact with internal and external stakeholders on a variety of student safety issues, support and promote of pro-social behaviours and provide increased accountability and response to anti-social activity.
• Lead behaviour management and personal safety initiatives to increase awareness, share resources, promote safe practices, and intentionally position Security Services as an active and collaborative partner in maintaining a healthy and safe residence community.
• Analyze datapoints arising from security’s Perspective database & Residence Life’s database of reports for connections and themes. Serve as the content expert for security tips, and prevention/reduction strategies, facilitation of staff training/awareness sessions, and assist where appropriate, with Residence Code of Conduct investigations.
• Act as consultant from Security Services and dedicated liaison for Residence facilities for the Planning and Projects Units when reviewing or recommending security practices, procedures, and technology.
• Assist in the investigation of complex files related to student behavior impacting the residence community. Ensure accurate information is shared with relevant stakeholders in a timely manner to ensure comprehensive post-incident student support.
• Responsible for the creation of weekly residence specific Operation Plans for the coordination of Security Services staff, which consists of planning, directing, and monitoring of all shift activities according to operational requirements.

NotePlease select one of the four options below for your department’s requirements for the successful candidate, and delete the remaining three options (please do not delete the paragraph about the vaccine mandate):On campus role: Due to operational requirements, the successful applicant is required to work in-person on campus.Dalhousie’s vaccine mandate has been suspended at this time, and employees no longer need to provide proof of full vaccination. However, health and safety risks to our community will continue to be monitored and a vaccine mandate may be reinstated if necessary.QualificationsUndergraduate Degree specializing in Criminal Justice, Social Work, and/or Health Promotion or a relevant field with approximately five years’ of experience in a related field (or an equivalent combination of training and experience) is required. Excellent communication skills (oral and written), organizational skills and proficient computer skills required.Job CompetenciesThe successful candidate is expected to demonstrate proficiency in Dalhousie’s core and leadership competencies (https://www.dal.ca/dept/leaders.html), in particular:

• Self-Awareness & Professionalism
• Respect & Inclusion
• Thinking and Acting Strategically
• Relationship Building
• Resource & Process Management

Additional InformationDalhousie University supports a healthy and balanced lifestyle. Our total compensation package includes a defined benefit pension plan, health and dental plans, a health spending account, an employee and family assistance program and a tuition assistance program.Application ConsiderationApplications from current university employees and external candidates are assessed concurrently. Current university employees will be given special consideration.We sincerely appreciate all applications and note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted directly by the hiring department or Human Resources.Diversity StatementDalhousie University commits to achieving inclusive excellence through continually championing equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility. The university encourages applications from Indigenous persons (especially Mi’kmaq), persons with a disability, racialized persons, including persons of Black/African descent (especially African Nova Scotians), women, persons of a minority sexual orientation and/or gender identity, and all candidates who would contribute to the diversity of our community.Posting Detail InformationNumber of Vacancies 1Open Date 08/02/2022Close Date 08/09/2022Open Until Filled NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantQuick Apply

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