Library Security Shift Supervisor

NationTalk Inc.; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading security company is seeking a Library Security Shift Supervisor to oversee a team and maintain a safe environment in a library. This role involves monitoring safety protocols, responding to incidents, and ensuring smooth operations during shifts. Candidates must hold a valid Manitoba security license and possess strong leadership skills. A commitment to continuous improvement is valued with opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits

Investment in continuing education

Uniform provided at no cost

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada.
• Positive attitude and professional appearance required.
• Tactical experience is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Lead and motivate a team of security guards.
• Ensure adherence to site protocols and respond to incidents.
• Conduct patrols and monitor security equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Conflict de-escalation

Cultural awareness

Physical fitness

Education

Valid Manitoba security license

First aid certification

Tools

Technology proficiency

Job description

Requisition: 241753 (GardaWorld job portal link for job application – Apply online for jobs at GardaWorld.)

Role Overview

As a Library Security Shift Supervisor, your ability to read the environment, anticipate risks, and act accordingly is crucial. Your keen sense of observation will be one of your greatest strengths.

This role requires exceptional team leadership and ensuring seamless security operations as you will be moving around your entire shift, motivating and monitoring highly trained security guards, patrolling environments, and safeguarding people in a library environment.

What’s in it for you?

• Hourly wage of $20.01 + comprehensive benefits
• Investment in your continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Permanent position: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday (16:30-20:30), Saturday (10:00-17:00)
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of highly trained security guards
• Ensure adherence to site protocols
• Facilitate access to restricted areas for authorized personnel
• React promptly to threats or incidents
• Check the functionality of alarms and cameras
• Document incidents and actions taken
• Respond to alarms and conduct on-site checks
• Collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents
• Perform interior and exterior foot patrols to detect suspicious activity
• Respond to tenant requests
• Handle emergency situations
• Monitor closed-circuit cameras
• Remove unauthorized individuals
• React professionally during emergencies or stressful situations
• Apply conflict de-escalation and trauma-informed safety approaches, emphasizing anti-racism and cultural awareness
• Communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
• Maintain a visible security presence throughout the library and skywalk during operational hours
• Control access points, operate metal detection gates, and assist visitors
• Provide information and directions to the public in a friendly manner
• Collaborate with library staff, Community Safety Hosts, and Crisis Workers to ensure safety
• Follow opening and closing procedures, including locking/unlocking doors and activating/deactivating alarm systems
• Keep detailed logs of unusual occurrences

Qualifications

• Authorized to work in Canada
• Valid Manitoba security license
• Leadership experience (asset)
• First aid certification (asset)
• Positive attitude and professional appearance
• Ability to stand and walk throughout the shift
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Physical and mental fitness to perform duties
• Tactical experience (asset)
• Proficiency with technology

If you hold a valid Manitoba Security license and are interested in this opportunity, please contact our recruiter at [e-mail] or text 431-788-8721, referencing Library.