Surveillance Officer

Job Summary

The ideal Surveillance Officer must possess a high level of initiative, motivation and discretion, with the ability to work a flexible, rotational schedule. Candidates should be in good physical health and be able to adapt quickly to a variety of settings and situations and manage a high level of stress. Candidates must possess confidence and excellence in their driving skills in all types of driving conditions.

Under the direction of a Team Leader, the Surveillance Officer is responsible for:

•  Conducting discreet physical surveillance;
•  Researching and analyzing information pertaining to surveillance;
•  Drafting reports and detailing the information gathered during activities;
•  Carrying out several tasks simultaneously during surveillance activities.

Education

• College diploma and (2) two years of experience * or
• High school diploma and (4) four years of experience *

The educational program must be from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada. 

If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense through a recognized credential assessment service.

Note: Any higher level of education could be recognized as experience.

Experience

* A minimum of two (2) two years' experience working in a team environment

* A minimum of three (3) years of experience in driving motor vehicles. 

Other Requirements

• A valid and permanent Canadian Driver's license.
• Please note that the validity of your driver's license must be maintained throughout employment in this position.  A copy of your driver's abstract for the last three (3) years will be required
• Permanent Canadian driver's license is defined as a G Class (Ontario) or minimum of a Class 5 (remainder of Canada). G1, G2, Class 7, Class 6 and Learner's Permit will not be accepted.  
• Technical tests will be administered for screening purposes.

Competencies

• Ability to learn
• Adaptability/Flexibility
• Communication Skills (oral and written)
• Interpersonal Skills
• Judgement
• Stress Management
• Teamwork

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires shift work.  Furthermore, work hours can be unpredictable and can result in personal / family sacrifices.
• To attain permanent (indeterminate) status, Surveillance Officers must successfully complete the Ottawa-based Surveillance Officer Training Course (SOTC). If the employee works outside of National Headquarters, temporary relocation will be required for the duration of this training. 
• Surveillance Officers are subject to a two (2) year probationary period.

Notes

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.

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