Campus Location: New Westminster
Regular / Term: Sessional Instructors - Casual Employment
Closing Date: Open until filled with a first review on January 27, 2026
In support of Security Training, the Justice and Public Safety Division at the Justice Institute of British Columbia invites applications for a sessional faculty position to instruct SCRT-1651 Basic Security Training. This 40-hour course is a required part of the provincial licensing process for security guards in British Columbia under the Security Services Act.
Instructors are responsible for delivering course content in line with the approved course outline and learning outcomes, using clear, engaging, and practical teaching methods. Instruction includes facilitated discussion, hands-on activities, and scenario-based learning that help students connect theory to real-world practice. Instructors create a respectful, inclusive, and face-to-face learning environment that supports student success and belonging.
The role includes answering learner questions about course content and assignments within 48 hours, with a goal of responding within 12–24 hours when possible. Instructors support learning by encouraging discussion, critical thinking, reflection, and strong links between classroom learning and job expectations. Clear, timely, and helpful feedback must be provided to support learner growth.
All teaching duties must follow JIBC policies, procedures, and guidelines, as outlined in the Teaching Faculty Handbook, and reflect JIBC’s commitment to quality education, fairness, and inclusive learning environments.
Current BST Security License is required
BC Instructors certificate or equivalent preferred
Two or more years of experience working as a security guard or related field
Minimum of two years documented teaching experience. Preference for those with experience in a post-secondary classroom setting in a classroom setting
Experience working in the security industry and or a combination of security industry and justice & public safety related field is preferred
Effective English language, oral and written communication
Knowledge and experience with all MS Office and various meeting platforms
Ability to maintain collegial working relationships with students, staff, administration, and other instructors
Sound judgment and sensitivity when handling complex issues along with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills with a proven ability to work under pressure
Lead, inspire and shape students' behaviours and actions though a commitment of excellence, passion and enthusiasm for the work, applying relevant program and institutional policies, and procedures and guidelines
Willingness and ability to travel as needed
Willingness to complete JIBC Instructional Skills training
Justice Institute of British Columbia (JIBC) is a public, post-secondary institution that provides education and training to those who’ll be there to support British Columbians and others around the world, when a life is at stake or when health, safety or property is in jeopardy. Work for JIBC and be a part of the big picture – supporting justice and public safety professionals at all stages of their careers in fields including law enforcement, firefighting, paramedicine, security and emergency management.
As a JIBC employee, you’ll play a role in our educational programming, which also includes complementary and related areas of study – from conflict resolution, mediation, leadership and counselling, to cybersecurity, business intelligence, and tactical criminal analysis – as well as applied research in the justice and public safety fields. Join our team and help us prepare JIBC graduates to contribute to safer communities and a more just society.
$58.86 per hour (BST Instructor Sessional Hourly Rate), with an option to participate in the College Pension Plan
Open until filled with a first review of candidates on January 27, 2026
Sessional Instructors are casual employees with no guarantee of ongoing or regular work. Assignments will be offered depending on program needs.
This is an on-site position; the successful candidate(s) must be within a commutable distance to the JIBC New Westminster campus. The BST Instructor role may also teach at other facilities within Metro Vancouver, depending on operational needs and instructional assignment.
Interested applicants must submit their application and all required documents online. Please ensure your resume clearly explains how you meet the required knowledge, skills and abilities of the position for which you are applying. Only candidates selected for an interview will be notified.
The Justice Institute of British Columbia is an equal-opportunity employer and is interested in broadening the diversity of its staff. We encourage applications from individuals from visible minority groups, individuals of Indigenous heritage, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientation or gender identity.
If there are any barriers that you are experiencing or an accommodation that we can provide to support you through the application process, please reach out to us at [email protected].
