Campus Security Guard

Brief Description

Work in a purpose-driven career with MaKami College, a public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years, with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.

MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses and are continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.

The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.

Our security team is an essential part of creating a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment where our students and staff thrive. Guided by our core pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration - we invest in our team’s continuous growth and professional development.

The Opportunity

As a Campus Security Guard, you will serve as a visible, proactive protector and approachable ambassador on campus. You’ll play a critical role in preserving the campus community, responding to incidents, and assisting with emergencies, while also honing your security skills with advanced training in tactical first aid, de-escalation & conflict resolution, and additional continuing education.

Key Responsibilities

• Campus Patrols: Conduct regular, proactive foot patrols across multi-level campus facilities and grounds to deter, identify, and address security risks.
• Professional Dress & Deportment: Maintain an exemplary standard of personal appearance, fully turned-out uniform, and professional conduct at all times.
• Community Engagement: Serve as an approachable presence, promoting a respectful environment and supporting the well-being of students, staff, and visitors.
• Incident & Emergency Response: Respond rapidly to emergencies, administer first aid/CPR when needed, and coordinate with police or emergency services as required.
• Reporting & Documentation: Investigate security incidents and compile clear, concise, and timely incident reports, in combination with regular note taking and end-of-day reports.
• Physical Preparedness: Maintain the personal fitness required to conduct frequent foot patrols across campus facilities, climb stairs, respond rapidly to dynamic incidents, and manage physical emergencies.
  
  

Requirements

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensing: Valid Alberta Security Guard License and Alberta Basic Security Training Certificate.
• Certifications: Current Standard First Aid, CPR Level C & AED
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years of security experience, or law enforcement/military/public safety experience.
• Communication: Must be excellent in English written and verbal communication, including reliable report-writing skills.
• Tech Skills: Proficiency in basic Microsoft Office applications.
• Interpersonal Skills: Proven customer service skills with the ability to engage respectfully with diverse student and staff populations.
• Core Qualities: High integrity, sound critical thinking, strong conflict resolution abilities, and the initiative to work well both independently and in a team.
• Command Presence & Approachability: Strong professional, and sharp, appearance paired with a composed, polite, and confident demeanor under pressure.
• Active participation in personal physical conditioning is strongly valued.
  
  

Summary

Perks & Benefits:

• Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts
• Educational Allowance for Professional Development
• Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs
• Free Massages at Our Student Clinic
• Discounts on College Programs & Courses
• Staff Discount in College Store
• On-Site Gym Access
• Free Parking
  
  

If you are a dedicated security professional who wants to make a real difference in an educational community, we want to hear from you!

Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.