Tactical Security Officer
- Kentville, NS, Canada
$24.5 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $24.5 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- Experience: At least 1 to 2 years of professional security experience.
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Role Overview
Healthcare environments require specialized safety support so medical professionals can focus on delivering care. As a Tactical Security Officer at Valley Regional Hospital, you will maintain a calm, secure, and supportive presence in high-intensity areas like the Emergency Department. This position exists to protect patients, healthcare staff, and visitors during urgent, high-risk, or unpredictable situations.
This role offers stable full-time hours, competitive pay at $24.50 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work directly serving your local community. Please note that candidates must currently reside in the local Kentville area to be considered.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this position comes down to quick thinking, clear communication, physical readiness, and professional empathy under pressure.
Day-to-Day Impact
Must-Have Qualifications
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Ready to Apply?
If you have security experience, strong conflict-resolution skills, and a commitment to keeping your local community safe, we encourage you to apply today. Submit your resume to start the conversation with our team.
Healthcare environments require specialized safety support so medical professionals can focus on delivering care. As a Tactical Security Officer at Valley Regional Hospital, you will maintain a calm, secure, and supportive presence in high-intensity areas like the Emergency Department. This position exists to protect patients, healthcare staff, and visitors during urgent, high-risk, or unpredictable situations.
This role offers stable full-time hours, competitive pay at $24.50 per hour, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work directly serving your local community. Please note that candidates must currently reside in the local Kentville area to be considered.
What Success Looks Like
Success in this position comes down to quick thinking, clear communication, physical readiness, and professional empathy under pressure.
Day-to-Day Impact
- Provide a visible, reassuring presence in the Emergency Department to deter potential security threats and manage access.
- Respond rapidly to coded hospital emergencies, security alarms, fire alarms, and medical calls.
- De-escalate aggressive or distressed individuals using verbal communication techniques before situations escalate physically.
- Support healthcare teams with high-risk patients, assisting with safety protocols and patient watch guards.
- Assist hospital staff with patient restraints when directed, strictly following established safety and clinical guidelines.
- Complete detailed, objective incident reports and keep clear communication logs with dispatch and facility leaders.
- Build strong, trusted working relationships with hospital staff, emergency responders, and law enforcement.
- Maintain a deep understanding of hospital policies, safety protocols, and emergency response procedures.
- Consistently uphold high safety and confidentiality standards while handling sensitive patient situations.
Must-Have Qualifications
- Experience: At least 1 to 2 years of professional security experience.
- Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
- Location: Current residence in the Kentville area.
- Licensing & Certifications:
- Valid Nova Scotia Security License (or eligible to obtain prior to starting).
- Valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification from a CSA-approved provider.
- Valid Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) certifications, or willingness to complete prerequisite training prior to onboarding.
- Physical Requirements: Physical stamina to stand, walk, and respond to incidents for periods of 3 to 4 hours between breaks.
- Communication: Fluent verbal and written English communication skills.
- Diploma in Justice Studies, Police Foundations, or a related field.
- Prior experience in law enforcement, military, or specialized healthcare security.
- Pay Rate: $24.50 per hour
- Health Coverage: Medical and dental insurance options
- Training Support: Required Use of Force and Management of Aggressive Behavior training is provided at no cost with a six-month commitment to the position.
- Career Progression: Opportunities for professional development and advancement within a recognized security leadership company.
Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified™ 2026 – Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!
Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Ready to Apply?
If you have security experience, strong conflict-resolution skills, and a commitment to keeping your local community safe, we encourage you to apply today. Submit your resume to start the conversation with our team.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Maintain a visible, reassuring security presence in the Emergency Department, manage access, and respond to hospital emergencies, alarms, and medical calls. De-escalate challenging situations, support staff with high-risk patients and safety protocols, and complete objective incident reports and communication logs.
Requirements
Applicants must have 1–2 years of professional security experience, a high school diploma or GED, current residence in the Kentville area, and a valid Nova Scotia Security License or eligibility to obtain one. They must also hold Standard First Aid and CPR Level C, have Use of Force and Management of Aggressive Behavior certifications or be willing to complete prerequisite training, communicate fluently in English, and be able to remain physically active for extended periods.
Skills
- Security Operations
- Conflict De-escalation
- Verbal Communication
- Emergency Response
- Access Control
- Use of Force
- Management of Aggressive Behavior
- First Aid
- CPR
- Patient Safety
- Incident Reporting
- Communication Logging
- Physical Stamina
- Confidentiality
- Professional Empathy
- English Communication
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- No-Cost Required Training
- Professional Development
- Career Advancement Opportunities
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Security & Safety
- Healthcare
Keywords
- Hospital Security
- Emergency Department
- Security Operations
- Access Control
- Emergency Response
- Security Alarms
- Fire Alarms
- Medical Calls
- De-escalation
- High-Risk Patients
- Patient Watch
- Patient Restraints
- Safety Protocols
- Incident Reports
- Communication Logs
- Nova Scotia Security License
- Standard First Aid
- CPR Level C
- Use of Force
- Management of Aggressive Behavior
- CSA-Approved Provider
- Justice Studies
- Police Foundations
- Law Enforcement
- Healthcare Security
- Confidentiality
- Kentville
- Security and Investigations