City : Hamilton

Category : Other

Industry : Education

Employer : McMaster University

Scheduled Hours: 40hrs/week

A Sergeant in Campus Safety Services is required to be accountable for the safety and protection of life and property within the University Community.  Under the direction of the Staff Sergeant/Security Manager, the Sergeant is responsible for the supervision, training and development of Special Constables and daily operations of a security shift along with investigation and determining course of action, reviewing and approving incident reports and participation in related preventative security programs.

Campus Safety Sergeants work shifts typically 12 hours in length and involve days, nights and weekends. The successful candidate must be able to obtain a Special Constable appointment with McMaster University, have several year’s related experience and thorough working knowledge of criminal code, federal and provincial statutes and relevant policies. In addition the incumbent will demonstrate the following core competencies of the position:

• Strong Communication Skills
• Interpersonal and Sensitivity Skills
• Ability to create an environment that fosters motivation
• Ability to manage in a diverse workforce
• Leadership Skills
• Analytical skills and problem solving ability
• Change management skills
• Ability to link operational tasks to University and department objectives
• Advanced knowledge in the application of technology
• Conflict avoidance, resolution and mediation skills
• Ability to accept and work with community diversity
• Ability to initiate, promote and facilitate community policing
• Team building skills
• Ability to act ethically and professionally
• Crisis management skills
• Knowledge of crime prevention strategies
• Ability to recognize strengths, weakness and potential of your staff
• Knowledge of law and application in criminal case preparation
• Knowledge of policy and procedures