Security Professional - Vancouver Public Library

Securiguard Services; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking experienced Security Professionals for a high-profile site in downtown Vancouver. This role offers a chance to thrive in a professional environment while ensuring safety and security. Responsibilities include customer service excellence, access control, and incident reporting, all while demonstrating empathy towards vulnerable populations. Join a leading security organization committed to inclusiveness and career growth, where you can make a significant impact in the community and enjoy competitive wages as part of a living wage commitment.

Benefits

Paid Training

Extended Health Benefits

Discount Cineplex Movie Tickets

Flexible Scheduling

Recognition Programs & Events

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in the security industry.
• OFA 2/Intermediate certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and access control.
• Monitor CCTV and report incidents and safety hazards.
• Patrol and liaise with emergency services.

Skills

Customer Service

Conflict Resolution

Communication Skills

Empathy

De-escalation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CCTV Monitoring

Radio Communications

Job description

We're seeking exceptional, experienced Security Professionals with OFA 2/Intermediate certification for our high-profile Vancouver Public Library site in Downtown. This opportunity promises a professional environment and competitive wages as part of our commitment to a living wage.

Responsibilities:

• Provision of excellence in customer service
• Access control
• Patrolling
• CCTV monitoring
• OFA2 (intermediate) First Aid
• Communications, including radio, digital and incident escalations
• Incident and activity reporting
• Identifying and reporting safety hazards
• Crime prevention
• Visual deterrence
• Emergency services liaison
• Dealing with severe / escalated situations
• Demonstrate empathy when handling situations involving Vancouver's most vulnerable populations

Job Requirements:

• BC Security License (BST)
• Occupational First Aid Level 1/basic (OFA-basic)
• Occupational First Aid Level 2/intermediate (OFA - intermediate) - preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of security industry experience
• Minimum of 1 year customer service experience

What you bring:

• Valid BC Security License
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Reliable, available, independent nature, of sound character and a team player
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced customer-oriented environment
• Conflict resolution and de-escalation skills
• Professional demeanor in stressful situations

Employee Perks We Offer:

• Paid Training
• Extended Health Benefits
• Discount Cineplex Movie Tickets
• Opportunities for flexible scheduling and overtime work
• Recognition Programs & Events

Who we are:

Securiguard Services Limited has been at the forefront of the asset protection arena for almost fifty years by being a leading-edge innovative security and safety solution provider. That is how it has become one of the largest and most trusted private security organizations in Canada. Securiguard has proven expertise in deploying security and safety personnel in a variety of industries including Corporate, Retail, Property Management, Industrial, Aviation, Marine, Government, Educational, and Industrial/Resource Projects and has the largest and highest accredited K9 detection and screening division in Canada.

With the ability to service clients across Canada including major centers, small towns, and remote locations by air, land, or sea their team of 4000+ strong security and safety professionals, make people feel safe by offering a comprehensive selection of safety and security services and solutions.

Securiguard is an equal opportunity employer, and we value the diversity of our staff. We are committed to building a facilitative environment of respect, inclusiveness, and career growth.