GVPSU Team Leader

Job Description

Greater Victoria Public Safety Unit Team Leader (NCO)

The Greater Victoria Public Safety Unit (GVPSU) NCO is a seconded position funded by the participating municipal agencies who contribute to the GVPSU.

The GVPSU NCO position is open to those holding the rank of Sergeant (at the time of application) who have the relevant leadership, knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience required to perform the duties of the GVPSU NCO. The tenure of this position is four years with an option to extend to five years with the approval of the Joint Management Team (JMT.)

The GVPSU is an integrated unit consisting of members from all municipal police agencies in the Capital Regional District. GVPSU also consists of an integrated fire medic program supported by the Esquimalt, Saanich, Central Saanich, and Oak Bay Fire Departments. GVPSU provides specialized services, advice, equipment, training, and emergency response to ensure public safety, public order, and investigative assistance. This includes attendance at public gatherings in support of the right to peaceful, lawful protest and to mitigate the potential for violence.

Job Description:

• Report directly to the OIC GVPSU
• Oversee all components of GVPSU (Tactical Team, Search, Obstruction Removal, Fire-Medics, Police Liaison Team, Crowd Management, Evidence Gathering)
• Conduct all GVPSU activities in a manner consistent with Public Order best practices
• Liaise and consult with Police Supervisors and the (on-call) Public Order Commander in relation to planning and deployment
• Supervise and evaluate GVPSU team members during operational and training sessions
• Conduct training sessions according to the yearly schedule of training days. Overall responsibility for planning and organizing the yearly training program
• Document and maintain records related to GVPSU deployments, training an equipment
• Maintain the GVPSU policies, procedures and guidelines
• Oversee GVPSU equipment procurement, maintenance and management to ensure operational readiness
• Oversee the selection process for applicants to GVPSU
• Prepare the annual GVPSU budget and report
• Responsible for the training and evaluation of GVPSU team members
• Maintain professional contacts with other GVPSU teams and advisory groups
• Serve as the liaison to all GVPSU partner agencies in policy development and training related to public order

Required Qualifications:

• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Advanced level of knowledge, training, and experience, in relation to Public Order events and planning
• Demonstrated planning, implementation, and organizational skills
• Strong communication skills, including demonstrated ability to present to internal and external audiences.
• Possess a fundamental understanding of the Gold/Silver/Bronze command structure
• Must have the ability to quickly identify threats and risks to police and public in the scope of public events
• Must have the ability to quickly assimilate and apply new information while under pressure
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work unsupervised
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with partner agencies, community groups and various levels of governance

This posting is to fill one (1) vacancy. Anticipated start date January 2026. 

How to Apply

Please upload the following documents:

1.  One page cover letter

2.  "Application for Position or Supplemental Duty" form signed by by current supervisor and manager

       Link here: Application for Position or Supplemental Duty

3.  Up to two (2) pages of supporting materials which demonstrate your suitability for the position, including how you meet the basic and/or preferred qualifications. 

Please contact Sgt Jas Dhaliwal or if you have questions about this position.

Applications must be submitted before Monday December 8, 2025 at 0800 hours