Security Guard

Laurentian University/Université Laurentienne; Northeastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A Canadian university in Ontario is seeking a Security Guard to ensure campus safety and respond to emergencies. Responsibilities include law enforcement, conducting patrols, and providing assistance during events. The ideal candidate should have a college diploma in Law and Security along with several years of security experience. A valid Ontario Security Guard license and fluency in English and French are mandatory. This part-time position may require flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Ontario Security Guard license.
• At least 2-3 years of experience in security or law enforcement.
• Must be able to work independently and in good health.

Responsibilities

• Enforce laws and regulations on campus.
• Conduct security and fire patrols of campus buildings.
• Provide first-response emergency assistance.

Skills

Security enforcement

Communication

Crowd control

First Aid

Education

College diploma in Law and Security

Tools

Ontario Security Guard license

G Ontario Driver’s license

Job description

Job Title: Security Guard

Department: Office of Campus Safety

Type of Appointment: Part-time Appointment

Salary: $32.57-$37.30 per hour

Vacancy Status: Existing position

About Laurentian University

Located in Greater Sudbury, the central hub for health care, government, education, financial and business services, mining, as well as retail for northern Ontario, Laurentian University offers an outstanding life and career experience at the heart of a welcoming community. What’s more, it provides the opportunity to pursue a balanced lifestyle while enjoying all of the amenities of a mid-size city. Short commutes, hundreds of lakes, waterways and nature trails, a myriad of recreational, artistic, cultural and entertainment opportunities, all combine to make this an idyllic setting to grow and thrive. Offered on the university’s beautiful campus as well as remotely, Laurentian’s broad range of programs has garnered top distinction by leading in graduate employment outcomes for more than a decade*. This is your opportunity to join our team in a supportive, bilingual environment and contribute to our students’ success, as well as your own. The University’s diverse community and its focused efforts on its tricultural mandate which embraces francophone and Indigenous cultures, deeply enrich the experience you can expect.

The Office of Campus Safety is seeking to fill three(3) part-time vacancies. This position is designated as one that may require a different work week and/or hours of work. This may include evenings and/or weekend shifts. Applicants must be willing to work shift work.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Director of Campus Safety, the successful candidate will provide a higher level of security, fire protection, and health and safety to all students, faculty, staff and visitors, as well as the protection of property.

• Enforce laws and regulations on campus; Direct traffic and enforce traffic regulations;
• Investigate complaints, offences and traffic accidents; Conduct security and fire patrols of campus buildings and grounds;
• Perform traffic and crowd control at special events;
• Supply information to the general public of a regulatory and directional nature; Provide first-response emergency assistance;
• Provide money escorts, collection, maintenance of machines and delivery to the Treasury Department; Maintain parking equipment;
• Provide monthly inspections of emergency phones, parking lots and elevators;
• Submit reports concerning assigned activities; and
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• College diploma preferably in Law and Security
• Two (2) to three (3) years of security or police experience
• In possession of a current Ontario Security Guard license;
• In possession of a current “G” Ontario Driver’s license in good standing;
• In possession of a driver’s abstract in good standing;
• Ability to work at the Ramsey Lake location and the McEwen School of Architecture; Good health and physical condition;
• Ability to work independently;
• Excellent written, communication and interpersonal skills;
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate, CPR ‘C’ with defibrillator training; and
• Ability to work fluently (verbal and written) in both official languages, French and English, is required.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the job incumbent. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of the position. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time. Laurentian University is an equal opportunity employer that is dedicated to maintaining a fair and equitable work environment. All of our employees and job applicants will be employed solely on the basis of their abilities and qualifications and following the applicable collective agreements where required.

HOW TO APPLY

Laurentian University welcomes all candidates authorized to work in Canada and who meet the minimum qualifications required to apply for this position. Please submit your application on our website and ensure that your cover letter and resume both specify the job title of the position that you are applying for. If you are a current employee of Laurentian University, please ensure that you notate accordingly in your application.

Laurentian University is an inclusive and welcoming community committed to employment equity. Applications are encouraged from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and persons of all sexual orientations and gender identities/expressions. Laurentian University’s bilingualism policy provides a provision regarding the language requirement for persons self-identifying as First Nations, Métis or Inuit.

All applicants are thanked for their interest in this position. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. If contacted and you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please advise the Human Resources and Organizational Development Department. Laurentian University is committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free experience to applicants with accessibility needs. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage during the recruitment process. Please contact the Human Resources and Organizational Development Office at [e-mail] for more information.

Please note that candidates invited for an interview will be required to submit three professional references.