Public Employment Opportunity

Security Guard
(Temporary - "As Needed - When Needed")

To establish an eligibility list for temporary employment on an "as needed - when needed" basis for shift relief and support purposes, in Avalon (Works) Region, St. John's/Mount Pearl.

Duties:

On an "as needed - when needed" basis for shift relief and support purposes, provides security services in the safeguarding of government buildings, facilities, equipment and property against damage or loss from theft, fire, vandalism, or other causes.  Work may involve the patrol of assigned areas, in varying weather conditions, both by foot and vehicle; enforcement of traffic regulations, which may involve the issuance of traffic tickets; enforces and ensures building admittance policy; prepares written reports; incidental custodial duties; other related duties.  Successful applicants will participate in a rotating 24/7 shift schedule, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications:

Availability - candidates must be available "as needed - when needed", often with short notice.  Experience in security work at a large public facility.  Completion of high school supplemented by graduation from a certified Security Guard course; first aid certification; the ability to exercise initiative and good judgement, in sometimes sensitive circumstances; good communication and interpersonal skills; the ability to work as part of a team, and with minimum supervision.  Candidates will be required to submit current certificate(s) of conduct; possession of a class 05 drivers licence and a current drivers abstract. Equivalencies may be considered.

Salary: $13.68 to $14.64 per hour (MS - 15)

Competition Number: TW.C.SG(t).08.09.034-P-CB

Closing Date: May 19, 2008 

Information for Applicants:  

Applications, quoting competition number, should be forwarded to:

Mail: Mr. Dan Howard
Regional Administrator (Avalon Works)
Department of Transportation and Works
C/O Recruitment Centre, Public Service Commission
4th Floor, West Block, Confederation Bldg.
P.O. Box 8700
St. John's, NL  A1B 4J6
Fax: (709) 729-6737
E-Mail: psctwresumes@gov.nl.ca

Applications should be received before the close of business on the closing date – either by mail, fax or e-mail. Late applications with explanations may be considered. This position is open to both male and female applicants.  A separate application must be submitted for each competition.  For additional information on this position, please call 729-3439.