Campus Public Safety Officer - SFU Surrey

Ready to suit up as a Campus Public Safety Officer

Campus Public Safety Officers (CPSO) serve as frontline members of the Campus Public Safety team, performing operational security duties to ensure a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of the Simon Fraser University community. CPSOs actively participate in patrol, response, and community engagement activities while upholding high standards of professionalism and service excellence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive hourly wage of $27.10/hr plus + benefits
• Full-time, schedule: Friday – Tuesday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
• We invest in your future by covering the costs of continuing education and professional development through GardaWorld Academy.
• Clear career advancement opportunities with Canada's largest privately owned security company.
• Gain valuable experience in a professional security environment while building skills that can lead to supervisory and leadership roles.
• Paid training and ongoing coaching to support your success.
• Company-provided uniform at no cost.
• Employee recognition programs that celebrate outstanding performance.
• Work with a supportive team committed to safety, professionalism, and excellence.
• Access to a wide variety of internal career opportunities across security, operations, training, and leadership as your career grows with GardaWorld

Responsibilities for Campus Public Safety Officer

• Conduct regular patrols of the campus, including the interior and exterior of buildings.
• Communicate with SFU dispatch as required and keep supervisors informed.
• Act promptly in emergencies (fire, medical, or security incidents)
• Administer first aid and CPR until a higher level of care is assumed.
• Remain visible at assigned posts and be attentive to surroundings.
• Ensure alarms, locks, and security systems are functioning properly.
• Inspect and audit safety-related equipment (AEDs, fire extinguishers, naloxone).
• Enforce university policies and deter theft, vandalism, and unauthorized access.
• Maintain detailed logs of activities, incidents, and unusual occurrences.
• Lock/unlock doors and secure entry points according to campus operations.
• Ensure radios, keys/fobs, and PPE are operational.
• Contribute to a team culture rooted in respect, service excellence, and professionalism.

Qualifications for Campus Public Safety Officer

• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• Valid BC Security Worker’s License.
• Basic Security Training Certificate.
• Intermediate Occupational First Aid Certificate.
• Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Certificate - an asset
• safeTALK Suicide Prevention Certificate - an asset
• Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) training - an asset 

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you! 

This position is for a posting which is currently vacant within the organization.