CBSA-Tactical Security Supervisor

GardaWorld; Toronto; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform provided at no cost

Hands-on experience with Federal LawEn

Career progression opportunities

GardaWorld Campus education

Job summary

GardaWorld is seeking a CBSA Tactical Security Supervisor to lead a team of guards protecting federal facilities. You will assign posts, supervise personnel, and ensure adherence to critical procedures while working with federal law enforcement partners.

The role emphasizes leadership, vigilance, and the ability to manage high-stress environments. Eligible candidates must have security supervisory experience, valid First Aid/CPR, and successful clearance checks.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Security Supervisor, managing teams of 10+ guards.
• 1–3 years of personnel management experience in a unionized environment.
• Current First Aid/CPR Certification from a WSIB-recognized provider.
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident with at least 5 years of residency.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to pass Public Works Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in vulnerable sector security.
• Minimum 2 years of tactical security experience.
• Leadership skills and ability to manage high-stress environments effectively.
• Experience in care and control of individuals in law enforcement, court services, hospital, or private security services.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of tactical security guards at federal facilities.
• Assign guards to posts and supervise on-duty personnel.
• Receive shift briefings and debrief guards to ensure adherence to procedures.
• Provide ongoing training and support to contractor resources.
• Coordinate breaks, meals and placements per CBSA guidance.

Skills

Security supervision

Team leadership

First Aid/CPR certified

Clearance & vetting

Vulnerable sector experience

Crisis/stress management

Care & control experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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CBSA-Tactical Security Supervisor

Business Unit: Security Services

Career Area: Security Guard

Location: Etobicoke, Ontario, CA

CBSA Tactical Security Supervisor

Looking to advance your security career and move into an opportunity to work in federal facilities? We are proud to work with the Canada Border Services Agency in providing security professionals at their Specialized facility.

If you are looking to take your law enforcement education into the working world, or looking to enter the field of corrections, this opportunity may be your next step. We recognize that diverse teams make us stronger, and we strongly encourage applications from women in the security industry.

Why Join Us?

Hourly Rate: $29.29/hr

Full-time Schedule with flexible hours

Uniform Provided at no cost

Hands-on Experience working alongside Federal Law Enforcement Officers

Career Progression opportunities in law enforcement and security

Ongoing Education through GardaWorld Campus

• Location: M9W 1R9

What does a CBSA Shift Supervisor do?

As a CBSA Tactical Security Supervisor, you will lead and manage a team of tactical security guards, ensuring the safety and security of people in federal facilities who are experiencing immigration complications. This role requires vigilance, tactical skill, leadership, and compassion, as you will be working with individuals in vulnerable situations.

Leadership & Supervision:

Assign guards to their required posts or assignments.

Supervise all guards on duty, whether they are providing care and control of individuals at the IHC or satellite offices, conducting transports, or performing other contracted services.

Receive shift briefings and debrief guards, ensuring they are up-to-date on procedures or situations within the first 15 minutes of each shift.

Provide support, assistance, and ongoing training to all Contractor resources.

Identify and document performance deficiencies and potential training gaps, recommending corrective actions as needed.

Coordinate guard breaks, meal times, and individual placement according to CBSA guidance.

Qualifications to become a CBSA Supervisor

• Proven experience as a Security Supervisor , managing teams of 10+ guards.

1–3 years of personnel management experience in a unionized environment.

Experience in healthcare or vulnerable sector environments is an asset.

Current First Aid/CPR Certification from a WSIB-recognized provider.

Canadian citizen or permanent resident with at least 5 years of residency.

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ability to pass Public Works Clearance and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Minimum 2 years of experience in vulnerable sector security.

Minimum 2 years tactical security experience.

Leadership skills and ability to manage high-stress environments effectively.

Experience in care and control of individuals in law enforcement, court services, hospital, or private security services.

This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization

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