Retail Security Officer

Paladin Security; Town of Shelburne; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A security services company is seeking Full-Time and Part-Time security professionals for retail store coverage in the Shelburne Area, Nova Scotia. Candidates must complete online training and obtain a valid security license. The role requires strong communication skills and previous customer service experience is a plus. Responsibilities include maintaining a safe environment, crowd control, and providing excellent customer service. Various shifts are available, and benefits include medical, dental, and paid vacation.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Qualifications

• Must complete three online training courses and obtain a valid security license.
• Flexible availability during the week.
• Class 5 driver's license is an asset.
• Previous customer service experience is an asset.
• Strong observation and communication skills.
• Must possess a High School Diploma.
• Must be bondable and able to pass a security clearance.
• Must be 19 years old.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and secure environment by patrolling premises.
• Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers.
• Defuse volatile situations.
• Write reports when necessary.
• Provide great customer service.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication skills

Problem Solving

Documentation skills

De-escalation skills

Surveillance skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

Paladin Security is looking to hire Full-Time and Part-Time security professionals for retail store coverage in the Shelburne Area.

Minimum Job Requirements

• Must complete three online training courses through Paladin Security and obtain a valid security license.
• Flexible availability during the week - days, evenings, graveyard, and weekend shifts.
• Class 5 driver\'s license is an asset but is not mandatory.
• Previous customer service experience is an asset.
• Strong observation and communication skills, the ability to maintain self-control and the ability to make quick decisions during emergency situations.
• Must possess a High School Diploma. An additional diploma/degree/certificate in criminology or a law-enforcement related study would be considered an asset.
• Must be bondable and able to pass a security clearance.
• Must be 19 years old and meet all other minimum requirements for a security license in the Province.
• Should be comfortable working alone or within diverse teams and must be able to stick to procedures and set routines.
• Must act in a disciplined, honest and ethical manner.

Typical Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintains safe and secure environment for customers and employees by patrolling and monitoring premises and personnel.
• Exercise crowd control and evict trespassers.
• Defuse potentially volatile situations and intervene when necessary.
• Write reports when necessary.
• Providing great customer service to clients, tenants and patrons.

Skills and Qualifications

• Customer Service
• Communication skills
• Problem Solving
• Documentation skills
• De-escalation skills
• Surveillance skills

Application Details

All interested applicants are required to apply online at paladinsecurity.com/careers. Only those applicants who are short-listed for the position will be contacted for an interview.

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE! The Paladin Difference starts with our people; 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 and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an 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 candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation

This is an As Needed position 1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Weekends.