Security Personnel (* Positions)
Job Description
Ongoing Position
Location:
Fairview
Competition #:
NLC-2307
Open To:
All Applicants
Date Posted:
June 25, 2026
Closing Date:
July 15, 2026 - 11:59pm
Job Start Date:
August 6, 2026
Compensation Rate:
Salary: $45,732 to $53,268 per year
Hours Per Week:
40
Additional Information:
For over 50 years, the Northern Lakes College vision has been to increase accessibility to educational opportunities. With 25 locations across northern Alberta, program sites throughout Alberta, and a unique Supported Distance Learning model, students can access quality educational opportunities without leaving their community. Students can study from the comforts of home, work, on the road, or from one of the many College locations. Northern Lakes College offers a variety of university transfer, diploma, and certificate programs, including Academic Upgrading, Business & Administrative Studies, Health & Human Service Careers, Pre-Employment & Apprenticeship Trades, Resource Technology, University Studies, and Continuing Education & Corporate Training certificates and courses. The college supports and promotes professional development and wellness opportunities and provides employees with an attractive benefits plan and competitive salaries. The College service region offers numerous recreational activities for the entire family to enjoy!
Northern Lakes College has the following ongoing positions (9 positions) available:
Security Personnel
Salary: $45,732 to $53,268 per year
Location: Fairview
August 6, 2026 to Ongoing
Qualifications:
A high school diploma or equivalency
A clean vulnerable sector criminal record check prior to commencement
A valid Class 5 driver’s license
Valid ABST certificate
Standard First Aid Certificate
Ability to lift up to 40lbs on a regular basis
Ability to stand and walk for up to 8 hours per shift
Effective communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to manage competing priorities
Available to work days, evenings, nights, weekends and holidays
A combination of education, training, and experience may be considered
Assets:
Knowledge of College Mandate and Mission Statement
Knowledge of College campus use policies and procedures
Experience working with public, understanding of professional conduct and appearance
Security guard experience in post-secondary environment
General computer skills
Nature and Scope of Work:
Reporting to the Manager, Security and Facilities services in Slave Lake this position is managed through multiple alternating shifts covering Sunday to Saturday 24 hours a day. During the daytime guards will be required to complete routine physical and virtual checks on campus grounds. After Hours there will be two guards on site one to monitor security systems and keep a log of all events of note, and the other to complete physical patrols and provide access to the College Community.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Security System and Camera Monitoring for all Campuses
Routine virtual patrols of each campus site via camera system
Observe and report any suspicious activity found
Verify campuses are armed and secure via ICT intrusion and card access system.
Access Facilitation
Provide access to NLC Staff to requested and authorized areas.
Provide students with access to campus amenities as required.
Provide student access in the event of locked out or after-hours arrival.
Confirm locations on site are safe and secure after hours.
Campus Grounds Monitoring
Complete routine tours of campus grounds, verifying buildings and college community is safe and secure
Cover off monitoring role during breaks
Responsibility
Responsible to observe and report any abnormal events to appropriate entities as per Northern Lakes College Emergency Response Plan
Document all events in security log
Skills/Knowledge
General Computer skills and Competency
Ability to work alone in a remote setting
Understanding of Alberta’s legislation regarding security
Contacts (Internal and External):
Senior Director, Facilities & Ancillary Services
Manager, Facilities, Maintenance & Operations
Housing and Facilities Administrator
Facilities & Ancillary Services Team
College students and tenants
Public facilities and recreational users
Police and security personnel
Successful candidates must provide College or University transcripts and a clean Criminal Record Check to Human Resources prior to commencement.
This position is covered under the Collective Agreement between Northern Lakes College and the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees.
Please submit a resume quoting the reference number NLC-2307 to: Northern Lakes College, Human Resources, 1201 Main Street SE, Slave Lake, AB T0G 2A3 or alternatively Fax: 780-849-5881
Closing Date: Date July 15, 2026
Note: Northern Lakes College thanks all applicants for their interest in employment; however, only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
