Behaviour Threat Detection Specialist

BEHAVIOUR THREAT DETECTION SPECIALIST

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Behaviour Threat Detection Specialist role is that of a high-profile, responsive, and observant security guard responsible for continuous patrols and surveillance of event spaces and attendees. Special world-class training in Behaviour Threat Detection is required in addition to tactical training such as use of force and de-escalation as well as prior high level security experience to prevent, detect, investigate, report, and respond to potential or actual criminal or suspicious activity, acts of terrorism, unsafe conditions, and other challenges. They provide an effective security presence for high risk environments. The position is high profile and starts between $30-40 hourly.

Mission:

To ensure that assigned events are a safe and secure environment for all attendees, clients, vendors, and staff. Utilizing Behaviour Threat Detection to identify potential threats and escalate to the appropriate authorities for further investigation and response. To provide a high level of security.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs dedicated observation and surveillance duties within public and/or private areas and at designated high risk areas. Maintains a constant state of vigilance/awareness and utilizes operational techniques in behaviour observation/detection and situational awareness to detect inappropriate, suspicious, unsafe, or criminal behaviour/activity and identify potential threats and escalate to appropriate authorities for investigation.
• Behaviour Threat Detection Specialists deploy a four-stage process with customer service as the foundation for all interactions:
• Stage 1: Active Crowd Scanning
• Stage 2: Engagement
• Stage 3: Casual/Targeted Conversation
• Stage 4: Course of Action/Make a Decision
• Provides immediate and specialized response to security, emergency, or crisis incidents/events in order to support/assist and coordinate activities with security, police, and emergency response personnel. Support police in the protection of evidence and/or scene in event of incidents, accidents, emergencies or security investigations.
• Attends and participates in client operations and/or daily security team briefings (as operations permit) and any other special event meetings or briefings to address specific needs/issues.
• Prepares daily shift reports, including Daily Operational Summary Reports, Patrol Reports, Incident/Occurrence, and Investigative Reports and submits prior to end of shift.
• Maintains effective control of all company/client assigned equipment, tools and supplies (e.g. radio/cell phone, tablets). Inspects and maintains equipment to ensure conformance to company/client policies/procedures and service/performance expectations.
• Performs other duties as required and directed by Security Manager.

COMPETENCIES – KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & PERSONAL SUITABILITY

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge/understanding of high profile and high risk security environments;
• Knowledge of emergency/evacuation plans, procedures and protocols;
• Knowledge of all relevant local, provincial and federal laws, regulations and standards;
• Ability to pass Behaviour Threat Detection training;
• Knowledge of concepts, principles and practices of interviewing suspects, victims, and witnesses;
• Certification in Use of Force, De-escalation, Standard First Aid Level C CPR & AED.

Skills, Abilities, and Personal Suitability

• Excellent interpersonal, investigative, and conflict resolution skills;
• Able to communicate clearly and effective both orally and in writing in English or both official languages of Canada;
• Solid report writing skills and high proficiency in use of portable radios;
• Proficient in the use of a personal computer or smart device and related software, including MS Office Suite;
• Competent with Microsoft Word with the ability to produce documents, send and receive e-mails;
• Demonstrated dependability, professionalism, integrity, initiative, self-confidence and the ability to work independently or a part of a team;
• Exhibits a professional, positive, and courteous manner at all times and displays versatility in dealings with clients, tenants and the public;
• Possess critical thinking skills, good judgement, and strong analytical/problem solving skills to detect problems and/or identify potential risk/threat situations and make effective decisions with an awareness of the urgency/time sensitivity associated with each situation;
• Highly vigilant with ability to maintain a constant state of readiness and awareness and the ability to recognize, interpret and form solid conclusions using behavioural observation, surveillance and investigative skills/techniques;
• Able to react/respond to situations, incident/events quickly and calmly while maintaining a professional, calm and controlled demeanour under all types of operating conditions;
• Excellent surveillance and observation/information gathering skills;
• Ability to plan, coordinate and organize work activities/priorities and meet established targets/timelines while ensuring adherence to established protocols, policies and procedures;
• Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information;
• Have excellent deportment including a high standard of grooming and hygiene;
• Physically capable of standing, sitting, or walking for prolonged periods of time in tactical gear, both in outdoor and indoor settings, in all weather conditions;
• Ability to see, hear, read, write, and speak clearly.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education and Experience

• Minimum two (2) years’ employment with A.S.P. Incorporated and/or one of the following requirements:
• Previous high profile or tactical security experience;
• Sufficient prior industry related experience (i.e. Police, Military, and Security);
• Formal law enforcement training or education;
• Must be a High School Graduate and possess an acceptable equivalent of a diploma;
• Demonstrated past work history which indicates job stability.

Mandatory Position Requirements/Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in Canada;
• Must have a proven and clear criminal record without any convictions or pardons; and provide proof of such from a local police agency on initial hiring and on an annual basis thereafter;
• Licensed by the Province of Ontario as a registered Security Guard and must maintain the licence for the duration of employment;
• Must be in good overall general health and physically capable of performing all duties of the position;
• Standing in one place for extended periods of time; capable of walking at a brisk pace for extended foot patrols; running and climbing stairs (in order to maintain surveillance);
• Must be willing and able to participate in and successfully complete the following training as a prerequisite for employment:
• Company Basic Security Training program that involves 2 or more unpaid classroom training days as a prerequisite for employment and may involve Use of Force, De-escalation, and Standard First Aid recertification;
• Completion of Behaviour Threat Detection Training that involves 2 or more unpaid classroom training days as a prerequisite for employment;
• Must possess or obtain valid current Standard First Aid, CPR & AED Level C training certificate;
• Pre-employment references will be required prior to consideration for employment;
• Must pass background screening, including but not limited to social media reviews for discriminatory commentary and activities;
• Must be able to work all shifts and rotations, including nights, weekends and holidays;
• Acknowledgement and understanding that duties are often performed within busy environments where heightened awareness to surroundings, risk, and environment is essential, and duties are performed with the potential for exposure to vehicular traffic, large crowds of people, noise, aggressive/violent behaviour, criminal activity, etc.