University of Alberta Campus Security

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Campus Security Services, located at 11390-87 Avenue, in the southwest corner of the Education Carpark, is open 24/7 to address the University community needs. Alternatively, we do have a satellite office located at the south end of H.U.B. Mall, that is staffed by both Auxiliary and regular members during specific times. Our full time Constables and our Auxiliary members are first responders to all emergencies on campus, and we also may be reached by any payphone (toll free call), emergency blue phone, or by regular telephone (492-5050). Assistance to anyone calling our office is treated with high priority, and a person may expect nothing short of prompt, expedient professional service from all our members. Comprised of 25 regular patrol Constables, a Student Auxiliary program, combined with crucial internal support of our Community Relations, Investigations, LAN Coordinator, Dispatchers, Administrative personnel, and other specialized self generating projects and programs, makes our department viable and responsive to the demands of our constituents. Campus Security Services answers directly to the Associate Vice President, Human Resources. In 1993, a needed, progressive transition to Special Constable Status was applied for, and granted to our full time members. With specialized training, appointed by the Province of Alberta, this enabled Campus Security to be on the "forefront" of the University Security industry in Western Canada. Since this time, several institutions have followed this lead, recognizing the value, and similar appointments have been issued to other Campus Security Agencies across Canada. The Special Constable status continues to be a positive influence, on the department's image, its members, and the University, enabling CSS to serve the community with regard to expanded authority focusing on safety oriented issues. This, in turn, has enhanced our presence and has made a definitive difference for patrons attending our institution, providing them with a safe, secure and enjoyable learning experience. Within this website, you will be able to explore the versatility and direction of CSS, and we hope that the information contained within about our department will show our role within this vast community, and the direction we are moving. Moreover, we also hope that our site will be able to provide useful information you may take with you, to hopefully assist you in some fashion.