Security Guard - Law Society Of Ontario - Full-Time - Continental - Downtown Toronto

Position: Security Guard - Patrol
Site: Law Society of Ontario - 130 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5H 2N5
City: Toronto, Ontario (Downtown)
Status: Full-Time Permanent
Pay Rate: $20.71 / hr Hours: Continental Shifts
Position 1: Continental Days - 0700 - 1900
Posting Date: October 21, 2024
Closing Date: November 4, 2024
Schedule Example:

• Week 1 - Days - Mon-Tues, Fri-Sat
• Week 2 - Days - Sun, Wed-Thu

Site Description:
The Law Society of Ontario is the law society responsible for the self-regulation of lawyers and paralegals in the Canadian province of Ontario. Founded in 1797 as the Law Society of Upper Canada, its name was changed by statute in 2018.
Job Description:
The on-site security personnel will provide a variety of services, implementing the Law Society of Ontario's security objectives according to policies and procedures which may include but are not limited to the following general tasks:

• Protect the safety of persons and their belongings on LSO property
• Prevent and minimize fire, theft, vandalism, criminal damage, and trespass on LSO property
• Parking enforcement: including but not limited to the tagging/towing of unauthorized vehicles, and calling out contractors for snow removal.
• Minor parking gate access repairs and/or unjamming of mechanisms
• Prohibit entry into secure areas of the property by anyone other than authorized persons determined by an authorized LSO administrator.
• Complete interior and exterior patrol rounds of the property including documentation of conditions/safety concerns and weather reports as required.
• Enforcement of smoke-free property policies
• Monitor security consoles (access control, secure elevator, and CCTV video monitors)
• Visitor and employee identification verifications
• Respond to alarms
• Complete incident reports, logs, and daily operating reports
• Issue and control access cards and keys to personnel, contractors, and visitors when required
• Lock and unlock doors as scheduled or required
• Report any unusual incidents or hazardous conditions
• Maintain a log of security incidents and report occurrences
• Document, secure, and manage lost and found property and property safekeeping
• Security personnel will provide safety escort services to emergency contractors on LSO property when required
• Advise LSO staff immediately of any notifiable incidents
• Assist with the management of any aggressive visitors (physically and verbally)
• Attend every event or incident, which they reasonably consider may jeopardize the security of the Facility and provide a high level of customer service.
• Following SOPs with the management of illicit substances and or weapons; securing the location of any found items.
• Document all events in a notebook or electronic incident report
• Other duties as required/requested

Requirements & Qualifications:

1. Must have a Valid Ontario Security Guard License
2. Must have a Valid WSIB-approved First Aid and CPR Level C Certification.
3. Minimum Have a minimum of One Year of Experience in Security
4. Must be proficient in English (both oral and written)
5. Vulnerable Sector Check
6. Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UoF) and Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)
7. Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position

Please be aware:
The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite, however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability
Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Additional perks!

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE!
Do you have superior customer service skills and a passion for helping people? Are you able to think quickly on your feet and defuse difficult situations? Your track record of handling a great deal of responsibility combined with your varied life experience and enthusiasm for a job well done make you an ideal candidate for our team! The Paladin Difference starts with our officers; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short-listed will be contacted for an interview.