Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms

Competition: LA252672

Position Type:
Regular Full-Time

Close Date: Wednesday February 4 2026 at 12:00pm (noon) PT

Salary Range: $113633.09 - $142041.36 per annum

Placement within the range is typically between the minimum and midpoint and based on qualifications and experience subject matter expertise and internal equity with consideration for how the candidate is developing meets or exceeds the roles requirements.

Job Description: Job Description PDF

POSITION SUMMARY

Employees of the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia (Assembly) provide professional non-partisan services to support the democratic institution of Parliament and its members through procedural advice administrative support and information services. The Assembly is an autonomous employer separate from the administrative framework of B.C. government ministries and agencies.

The Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms department is seeking an experienced strategic and service-oriented individual for the regular full-time position of Deputy Sergeant-at-Arms.

Reporting to the SergeantatArms and in close collaboration with the Director Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms the Deputy SergeantatArms (D/SAA) is a key member of the Office of the SergeantatArms Management Team. The D/SAA is accountable for the security and safety of the Legislative Precinctwhich houses the Legislative Assembly and attracts a wide range of activities from celebrations to protestsand provides visible constructive leadership to ensure the safety of Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs) cabinet ministers VIPs staff visitors and the public. The D/SAA contributes strategic input into the planning and management of security operations programs and initiatives that prevent harm protect people and assets and support the effective functioning of the Legislative Assembly.

There are two D/SAA positions each with distinct but complementary leadership responsibilities. Portfolio areas include: administration; ceremonial; training; intelligence; operational planning; incident command; emergency preparedness; business continuity; and safety and security. Together the D/SAA positions support the SergeantatArms in maintaining an appropriate and adaptable security posture that balances robust protective measures with public accessibility to the Parliament Buildings and the Legislative Precinct. They also ensure that appropriate safety and security supports are provided to constituency offices throughout British Columbia.

QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must be/have:

• Undergraduate degree in a public safety field of study from a recognized institution plus seven years of related management experience in an operational policing role in a leadership capacity or an equivalent combination of education training and experience.
• Extensive planning and risk assessment training and experience related to management of large demonstrations and protection of critical infrastructure.
• Qualification for firearms and use of force equipment.

Please refer to the job description for a full list of duties and qualifications.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Career development We support continuing education by providing innovative inclusive and diverse learning opportunities for growth skill development and career advancement.
• Community engagement and recognition We value teamwork collaboration and connection. Employees have the opportunity to interact and engage through projects committees working groups and events. Together we celebrate and acknowledge each others outstanding achievements and contributions.
• Extended health benefits We provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package which includes extended health and dental basic life insurance an optional family funeral benefit plan optional life insurance optional accidental death and dismemberment travel medical insurance sick leave and long-term disability benefits.
• Flexible work options We have a collaborative and team-oriented culture where onsite presence is required for all positions. Flexible work arrangements including modified work weeks (flex days) and hybrid work schedules (onsite/remote) are offered and subject to operational requirements which may not be available for all positions.
• Health and wellness We promote employee health and wellness by providing access to an employee assistance program an in-house fitness room secure bike storage and a reduced-cost bus pass through the BC Transit ProPASS program. We also offer an infant and family wellness room a meditation room and a sustainable commuting and active living program that provides reimbursement for fitness and wellness activities.
• Location location location We provide employment in an architectural landmark the Parliament Buildings which overlooks Victorias Inner Harbour on the edge of the downtown core close to shops restaurants cafes and parks.
• Retirement benefits We offer a generous pension plan with the Public Service Pension Plan where contributions are made by both the employee and Legislative Assembly. This pension plan provides employees with a lifetime monthly pension when they retire.
• Vacationbenefits We offer four weeks of annual vacation time to start or 8 percent vacation pay.

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Note:

The Legislative Assembly of British Columbia is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive equitable and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race national origin age religion disability sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law. We encourage applications from members of communities that are disadvantaged on any grounds under the B.C. Human Rights Code including Indigenous Peoples people of colour people of all genders and sexualities and people with disabilities.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are made available to persons with disabilities during the recruitment assessment and selection processes. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation at any point in the application or interview process please contact .

The Legislative Assembly Administration is a non-partisan workforce where political neutrality and impartiality is paramount. Employees must perform their duties in a non-partisan manner and manage their private affairs in a way that does not compromise or raise doubt about their ability to perform their job duties in a neutral and impartial way.

We would like to thank everyone in advance for applying as only those shortlisted will be contacted. An eligibility list may be established and/or auxiliary positions may be considered for future conversion to regular status. Lesser qualified applicants may be under-implemented or appointed at a lower classification. Reference checks and a Criminal Record Check (CRC) will be required as conditions of employment. An Education Verification Check may also be required.

All positions at the Legislative Assembly require applicants to be at least 16 years old and eligible to work in Canada.

The Legislative Assembly of BritishColumbiavalues diversity and is an equal opportunity employer.

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