Overview

Protective Services Officer II Jobs in Red Deer, Canada at Alberta Health Services

Your Opportunity:
As a Protective Services Officer (PSO), you will have the opportunity to integrate with the clinical care team to directly improve patient & families’ experiences. You will need strong interpersonal and communication skills to promote collaboration, respect, and mitigate high-stress situations. Your compassion and ability to relate to patients, visitors, and communities help de-escalate conflict and create a positive, safe, diverse, and welcoming environment for all.

We strive to build a workplace that’s a reflection of the Albertans we serve and be a culturally safe space for our communities and their families. As an organization, we promote a safe and inclusive space where we can come to work as ourselves in an environment that is both physically and psychologically safe. We take the time to celebrate the differences in our experiences, viewpoints, backgrounds, and cultures that bring us closer together.

Responsibilities

  • Provide security and protective services for patients, visitors, staff, and Alberta Health Services property, including violence monitoring, prevention and intervention.
  • Enforce applicable federal, provincial and municipal statutes.
  • Conduct asset loss prevention and internal investigations.
  • Prepare court documents and secure evidence.
  • Perform risk assessment and hazard identification.
  • Arrest, apprehend, and detain persons as necessary.
  • Respond to critical events as a first responder.
  • Support facility departments on security and safety practices.
  • Participate in reviewing and recommending policy.
  • Foster and maintain positive public relations through relationships with internal and external contacts.

Position Details

Classification: Protective Services Officer II

Union: AUPE GSS

Unit and Program: Protective Services

Primary

Location:

Red Deer Regional Hospital

FTE: 0.00

Posting End Date: 20-APR-2026

Employee Class: Casual/Relief

Date Available: 04-MAY-2026

Hours per Shift: Varies

Length of Shift in weeks: Varies

Shifts per cycle: Varies

Shift Pattern: Days, Nights, Weekends

Days Off: Other

Minimum Salary: $40.15

Maximum Salary: $45.99

Vehicle Requirement: Driver’s License, Vehicle Provided

Required Qualifications

  • 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 minutes, within 6 months prior to commencing employment.

Additional

Required Qualifications

  • Alberta Class 5 operator’s license, or a provincial equivalent, with no more than four demerits and no charges or pending suspensions.
  • You must be eligible for appointment as a Community Peace Officer with enforcement duties involving the public.

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.
  • Comfortable and experienced with public speaking.

Applicants should attach a resume and cover letter with their application.

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Title: Protective Services Officer II

Company: Alberta Health Services

Location: Red Deer, Canada

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