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Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) is a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to seeking employment for
former members of the Canadian Forces (CF) and Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Nova Scotia.
PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A BARGAINING UNIT POSITION
Position:
Shift Second In Command (2 I/C)
Vacancies:
One
Competition Number:
CNS 632-04-15
Location:
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (HSIA)
Reports to:
Shift In Charge (I/C)
Responsible for:
Supervision of an Airport Patrol and Security Services Shift
Working Hours:
12 hour rotating shifts
Wage:
$19.13 per hour
Date Posted:
Tuesday, April 14th, 2015
Closing Date:
Tuesday, April 28th, 2015 at 1500 hours
Due to the nature of this assignment, it is imperative that the Shift 2 I/C maintain a high standard of
performance. The incumbent must present a professional image, including dress, deportment, and
remain impartial, firm, but polite in all dealings with employees, client stakeholders and members of
the public. This is a working supervisor position.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Duties include but are not limited to:
 Assume the Shift I/C’s responsibilities in his/her absence
 Patrolling the Air Terminal Building and conducting physical security checks
 Supervising, providing direction and scheduling shift members
 Coaching, team building and motivating team members
 Completing pay sheet requirements
 Assisting in the Quality Assurance Program Administer security post quality control checks to
ensure a high standard of primary security line security in maintained
 Maintaining and ensuring compliance with documents such as Site Work Instructions, Emergency
Standard Operating Procedures, etc.
 Ensuring timely and accurate delivery of communications
 Providing post relief when required
 Responding to unattended baggage and suspicious items left unattended
 Conducting security awareness visits with tenants
 Completing appropriate reports on all incidents, insecurities, deficiencies or other irregularities
noted during patrol
 Conducting investigations as assigned by the Shift I/C
 Resolving all complaints in a timely and satisfactory manner
 Participating in and assessing Code 9 training exercises
 Identifying and retrieving Foreign Object Debris (FOD)found airside
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 Participating in emergency drills
 Keeping the Watch Commander (in absence of Shift I/C) and other stakeholders apprised of all
events / incidents
Qualifications and Skills Requirements:
The incumbent must possess the following qualifications, skills, and attributes:
 Six months experience working at the Halifax Stanfield International Airport as a Commissionaire
 Previous experience in a leadership role with supervisory responsibilities
 Successful completion of the Airport Qualification Course (AQC)
 A current Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC)
 Have or be able to obtain and retain a Class D Airside Vehicle Operator Permit
 Superior knowledge of the security components of the Aeronautics Act, related Regulations and
Measures
 Be professional and discreet
 Strong coaching, negotiating and interpersonal skills
 Excellent written and verbal and communication skills
 Ability to multi-task and handle stressful situations in a fast paced environment
 Good working knowledge of computers
 A valid Nova Scotia driver’s licence
 Current Emergency First Aid qualification
 Must be physically fit and able to conduct patrols for the duration of a 12 hour shift
 Experience in law enforcement would be considered an asset
Please send an “Internal Application Form” and résumé outlining your skills and experience as they
relate to the posting above to:
Jylene Ryan, Human Resources Manager
recruit@commissionaires.ns.ca
or via fax (902) 434-0504
PLEASE QUOTE COMPETITION NUMBER: CNS 632-04-15
This competition will be used to generate a confidential eligibility list of candidates that will remain in
effect for a six month period following the completion of the interviews. After interviews have been
conducted candidates will be notified if they meet the requirements to be placed on the six month
eligibility list for future permanent vacancies or training opportunities as a Shift 2 I/C.
The screening board cannot make assumptions about your education and experience. Candidates must
clearly demonstrate in their resume and/or internal application form how they meet the education
and experience factors listed in the qualifications and skills requirements. Failure to provide this
information will result in your application not being considered.
Please note that this is a bargaining unit position and is restricted to current Commissionaires within
the bargaining unit. Non-bargaining unit members will only be considered if there are no suitable
applicants from within the bargaining unit. Suitability is determined by skills, experiences and
attributes. Please include your employee ID number and internal application form to ensure your
application is given the proper consideration.
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