Security Guard at Ontario Court of Justice

Paladin Security; Toronto; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily pay option

Comprehensive benefits including мед/д

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays

Job summary

Paladin Security is seeking a Security Guard for the Ontario Court of Justice in downtown Toronto. You will maintain safety and security for staff, visitors, and courthouse property, and monitor access control, CCTV, and alarms.

You will verify IDs, manage key control, and escort visitors as needed. Experience in security, English fluency, and a valid Ontario license are required; MOAB/UOF certifications or willingness to complete Paladin’s program are needed before onboarding.

Qualifications

• Must have Ontario Security Guard License.
• First Aid & CPR Level C certification from a WSIB-approved vendor.
• Recent Judicial Matters Criminal Records Check (CRJMC) and Vulnerable Sector Check.
• Minimum of 1 year of security experience.
• Fluency in spoken and written English.
• Legal authorization to work in Canada.
• MOAB or UOF certifications, or willingness to complete Paladin’s program.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety and security for all staff, visitors, and property within the courthouse.
• Monitor security consoles, access control systems, secure elevators, and CCTV video feeds.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols, documenting security conditions and safety concerns.
• Verify identification for employees and visitors, issuing access cards and managing key control.
• Manage visitor entry to secure courthouse areas according to administrative directions.
• Enforce parking rules, including tagging or towing unauthorized vehicles and contacting snow removal contractors.
• Perform minor parking gate access repairs or unjam mechanisms as necessary.
• Respond to security alarms, investigate incidents, and complete detailed logs/reports.
• Enforce smoke-free policies across courthouse grounds.
• Provide safety escorts for emergency contractors when required.
• Assist TPS with aggressive visitors and securing found weapons or illicit substances until police arrive.

Skills

English fluency

Observation skills

Patrol procedures

Education

Security Guard License - Ontario

First Aid & CPR Level C

CRJMC & Vulnerable Sector Check

MOAB / UOF certification or willingness

Job description

Security Guard at Ontario Court of Justice

Located in the heart of downtown Toronto, the Ontario Court of Justice is a modern, state-of-the-art courthouse facility. Designed with advanced technology and public safety in mind, this environment offers a dynamic setting for professional security personnel focused on maintain safety and order.

What You'll Be Doing

Maintain safety and security for all staff, visitors, and property within the courthouse.

Monitor security consoles, access control systems, secure elevators, and CCTV video feeds.

Conduct interior and exterior patrols, documenting security conditions, safety concerns, and weather observations.

Verify identification for employees and visitors, issuing access cards and managing key control as needed.

Manage visitor entry to secure courthouse areas according to administrative directions.

Enforce parking rules, including tagging or towing unauthorized vehicles and contacting snow removal contractors.

Perform minor parking gate access repairs or unjam mechanisms as necessary.

Respond promptly to security alarms, investigate unusual incidents, and complete detailed incident logs and reports.

Enforce smoke-free property policies across courthouse grounds.

Provide safety escorts for emergency contractors when required.

Assist the Toronto Police Service (TPS) with managing verbally or physically aggressive visitors and securing found weapons or illicit substances until police arrive.

Must Haves

Valid Security Guard License for the province of Ontario.

Valid First Aid & CPR Level C certification from a WSIB-approved vendor.

Recent Judicial Matters Criminal Records Check (CRJMC) and Vulnerable Sector Check.

Minimum of 1 year of security experience.

Fluency in spoken and written English.

Legal authorization to work in Canada.

Valid certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB), or a willingness to complete Paladin's certification program prior to onboarding.

Nice-to-Haves

Background or education in a law enforcement or security program.

Previous security experience in a courthouse, government facility, or high-profile public setting.

What's In It For You?

Daily pay option (work today, get paid today).

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and life insurance.

Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays.

Clear pathways for career growth and advancement within Paladin Security.

Why Join Our Team?

Paladin Security: Great Place To Work Certified 2026 – 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.

Paladin Security uses AI-based tools as part of our recruitment process to assist with resume screening and candidate assessment. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All applications are reviewed by a member of our hiring team. We regularly evaluate our systems to minimize bias and ensure compliance with applicable human rights and privacy legislation.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.