Full Time Security Guard - Corrections Canada

Commissionaires; San Juan de Terranova; Hybrid; CAD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading security service provider in Newfoundland & Labrador seeks dedicated security personnel to monitor offenders and ensure compliance with regulations. Candidates must demonstrate professional reliability and possess a security officer course completion. This role offers industry-leading compensation and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Higher-than-industry pay rates

Health & drug benefits

Free uniforms and equipment

On-job training

Qualifications

• Must be professional and reliable.
• Be able to work varying shifts and environments.
• Previous experience in law enforcement or corrections is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and document offenders' whereabouts.
• Respond effectively to volatile situations.
• Write reports on incidents.

Skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Crisis management

Education

Completion of Commissionaire security officer course

First aid certification

Driver's license

Job description

Commissionaires’ NL provides 24/7 security servicesto the Community Correctional Centre in St. John’s. This is a residential facility providing accommodations to federal offenders, under parole, who require period of supervision prior to their release into the community.

WHO WE ARE

Commissionaires NL is the province’s not-for-profit provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. We are an independent member of Commissionaires Canada, our parent federation employing over 22,000 nationwide. We exist to provide meaningful employment for veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, their families, and anyone else who wants to contribute to the security and well-being ofNewfoundland & Labrador.

We are recognized with global certifications for our exceptional customer service, management standards, and environmental stewardship.

WHAT WE OFFER

A sought-after employer and community partner, we can help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We strive to continually improve and leverage technology to support our growing customer base across Newfoundland & Labrador.

THE BENEFITS:

• Higher-than-industry pay rates
• Health & drug benefits foreligible employees
• Free uniforms and equipment
• High-quality, formal, and on-job training
• Annual paid loyalty award
• Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization

Duties and Responsibilities:

The duties and responsibilities in this security-related role may include, but are not limited to:

• Monitors and documents offenders whereabouts’ when in the community and within the CCC ensuring the offenders abide by the rules & regulations of the CCC and their parole conditions.
• Ability to recognize and respond effectively to potentially volatile or crisis/emergency situations.
• Ability to recognize the signs and effects of intoxication substances when offenders are under the influence of substances.
• Report Writing

WHO WE’RE SEEKING

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

• Be professional, reliable
• Be able to complete Commissionaire security officer course
• First aid
• Basic computer skills
• Driver’s license
• Previous experience inlaw enforcement or Corrections an asset

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:

The selected candidate will be professional and detail driven individual with a strong work ethic and “can do” attitude. Both physical and mental fitness is required. This often involves working in all types of environment conditions at varying times throughout the day or night.

Key qualifications and skills to be successful include but are not limited to:

• Mental alertness with ability to:
  • React calmly, quickly, and appropriately in any crisis
  • Concentrate and remain alert for up to 12 hours
  • Communicate observed characteristics/behaviours
  • Demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgement
• Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills
• Computer literacy, and/or an aptitude to learn is an asset

READY TO JOIN US?

This position is open to external and internal applicants.

Commissionaires NL is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from equity seeking communities to self-identify.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.

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All job applicants must be residents of Canada.

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Are you a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Allied Forces, RCMP, police or are you a member of a military family? * Yes No

Please specify * Canadian Armed Forces RCMP Allied forces Police Service Military spouse (serving member or veteran) Military dependant (serving member or veteran)

Are you a Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen? * Yes No

Do you have a minimum of 5 years experience in security operations? * Yes No

Do you have 2+ years experience in sales and client acquisition? * Yes No

Please read and check this box to agree with the required statement below. (Ontario Guard License) *

I have a valid Ontario Security Guard License.

Please read and check this box to agree with the required statements below. (First-Aid and Vehicle) *

I have a valid Emergency First-Aid CPR/AED Certificate.
I have a vehicle or access to a vehicle to attend shifts.

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Do you have the prerequisites necessary to achieve the clearance levels described as a requirement above? * Yes No

I have a valid ‘G2’ or ‘G’ Ontario Drivers Licence and a vehicle in order to drive to any work site within the region I have applied Yes No

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Do you have a valid Manitoba security guard license? * Yes No

Who did you receive your license training with? *

Are you available to start work within the next 2-3 months? * Yes No

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Please specify the days and hours of the week that you are available to work on a regular basis *

Please specify the days and hours of the week that you are available to work on a regular basis *

Monday to Friday Day Shift (approximately 0700 to 1500) Monday to Friday Evenings (approximately 1500 to 2300) Monday to Friday Night Shift (approximately 2300 to 0700) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Day Shifts (approximately 0700 to 1500) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Evening Shifts (approximately 1500 to 2300) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Night Shifts (approximately 2300 to 0700) (Shift hours may vary, you may provide more details in the Additional Comments field below.)

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What is the expiry date of the status or permit? *

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Due to the various location of work, consistent and reliable transportation is the responsibility of the applicant. Please specify the primary transportation type you will using. * Select

Do you have a valid Manitoba Drivers licence? * Yes No (May be required for specific positions. Excluding beginners or learners permit.)

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