Security attendant I
City of Vancouver’s Arts, Culture and Community Services department is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Security attendant I. City of Vancouver’s Arts, Culture, and Community Services department nurtures a dynamic cultural landscape within the city. It provides support for local artists, cultural organizations, and community events through grants and programs. Functioning as a catalyst for creativity and inclusivity, the department enriches Vancouver’s cultural scene, ensuring accessibility and engagement for all residents. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Vancouver
Department: Arts, Culture and Community Services
Position: Security attendant I
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: $27.04 – $31.66 hourly
Employment Type: Full time/Casual
Unit: 1200
Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks
Location: Vancouver, BC
Requisition ID: 41699
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Grade 10
Experience: Candidates should have experience working in a community, social service, or healthcare environment
Physical Requirements:
- The candidates should demonstrate proven ability to work with minimal supervision
- The candidates should demonstrate proven ability to respond to incidents using defusing and de-escalation techniques
- The candidates should demonstrate proven ability to respond to emergencies, walk long distances, and carry heavy items using moderate strength and agility
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should have knowledge of the Downtown Eastside community, local agencies, and services
- The candidates should possess considerable knowledge of the Gathering Place Community Centre’s rules, services, and operations
- The candidates should have occupational First Aid Level I certification or the ability to obtain one
- The candidates should have fluency in a second language
- The candidates should have considerable knowledge of the Downtown South, agencies, services, and resources
- The candidates should have considerable knowledge and understanding of addictions, mental illness, conflict resolution, and violence prevention
- The candidates should have a proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
- The candidates should demonstrate proven ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including writing incident reports
- The candidates should have a Police Record Check is a requirement of this position. A clearance requires the absence of any criminal charges or convictions related to this position
- The candidates should be able to communicate effectively using a two-way radio and information to other staff through log entries, incident reports, and emails
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to build relationships with community members and prioritize Centre safety, security, access control, and incident response and reporting
- The candidates should be able to ensure that the Centre is a safe, welcoming, and inclusive space for the public and staff, with violence prevention as a priority and health and safety standards
- The candidates should be able to use defusing or de-escalating skills when responding to volatile situations, with physical intervention being a last resort
- The candidates should be able to monitor entrances and facilitate access control of the facilities and uphold the Centre’s Code of Conduct and standards of behavior
- The candidates should be able to make regular patrols of the building and provide support in the event of an emergency, including first aid and overdose response
- The candidates should be able to understand the needs of and assist patrons in a supportive manner by providing information and making referrals to services and activities provided by the Centre and other community partners and receive routine deliveries
- The candidates should be able to assist with front desk clerical activities such as answering phones, distributing mail, and simple data entry
- The candidates should be able to understand and uphold occupational health and safety policies and procedures, including specific policies related to COVID-19
- The candidates should be able to perform janitorial and other duties
How to apply:
If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!