Security Officer

Position: Security Officer - Parliamentary Protective Service | Service de protection parlementaire )
Security Officer – Screening & Access Control (Detection Specialist)  Control access. Detect risk. Protect people—and the institutions at the heart of Canada’s democracy.
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Position Title:

Detection Specialist, Parliamentary Protective Service (PPS)

Location:

Ottawa, Ontario

Employment Type:

Full-time, shift work (24/7)
About the Parliamentary Protective Service  The Parliamentary Protective Service (PPS) is responsible for safeguarding Parliament, its members, employees, and visitors. Every day, thousands of people move through the Parliamentary Precinct, relying on a secure, open, and professional protective workplace.

The Role  As a Security Officer – Screening & Access Control (Detection Specialist), you are a frontline presence responsible for controlling access to Parliamentary buildings. You screen people, belongings, and vehicles using security screening technology, including X‑ray and related detection equipment, to prevent prohibited or dangerous items from entering secure spaces. This role is public-facing and service-oriented, requiring vigilance, sound judgment, and professionalism at all times.

Shifts rotate 24/7, including nights, weekends, and statutory holidays.

Key Responsibilities   Screen people, personal belongings, and vehicles using screening technology
Interpret images to identify prohibited or suspicious items
Identify, report, and elevate security concerns
Direct visitors respectfully and professionally
Maintain situational awareness in high-volume environments
Work collaboratively as part of an integrated protective posture
Who Fits This Role   Remain calm and professional under pressure
Communicate clearly with diverse populations
Exercise sound judgement in sensitive situations
Work effectively as part of a team
Understand that security work is fundamentally about people
Education   Post‑secondary diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience
Core Competencies   Attention to detail and vigilance
Communication and interpersonal skills
Judgment and decision‑making
Teamwork and reliability
Integrity and professionalism
Ability to interpret visual information from screening equipment
Assets   Experience in security or screening environments
Experience using detection equipment
Training in security or a related field
Bilingualism (English and French)
Conditions of Employment   Ability to work rotating shifts (including nights and weekends)
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Willingness to wear a uniform
Completion of PPS training and certifications
Eligibility for required security clearance before employment start date
Security Screening  All candidates must obtain both a Site Access Clearance and a PPS Enhanced Reliability Status. The screening process includes a personal history questionnaire, a pre‑interview questionnaire, fingerprinting, background checks, and a security screening interview. Candidates who do not meet the security screening requirements will not be granted the required screening level and will therefore be removed from the hiring process as it is a condition of employment.
Commitment to Inclusion  PPS is committed to an inclusive, barrier‑free workplace. Accommodations are available throughout the hiring process.

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