Security Guard - Queens University - Libraries (101 Union St) - Temporary Full Time

Paladin Security Group Ltd; Eastern Ontario; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A premier security services company in Kingston, Ontario, is seeking a Temporary Full Time Security Guard to maintain safety and provide excellent customer service at Queen's University Libraries. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Ontario security license and prior customer service experience, and must be able to commit for six months. This position offers opportunities for advancement and includes a range of benefits such as medical insurance and paid vacation.

Benefits

Unionized benefits including Education Allowance & Pension Plan

Free Uniforms

Paid vacation & sick days

Security license reimbursement

Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance

Qualifications

• 6+ months in customer service.
• Previous security experience is preferred.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interact with staff, students, and visitors politely.
• Maintain protocols for Queen's University.
• Conduct proactive patrols of the campus.
• Report writing and note-taking.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Strong interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Education

Valid Security License for Ontario

Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C

Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) Certification

Use of Force (UOF) Certification

Job description

Overview

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!

Job Details

Position: Temporary Full Time Security Guard

Site: Queen's University Libraries (Patrol) - 101 Union St

Hours: Week 1: Thursday 1200-0030, Friday 1200-2230 and Saturday 1000-2000; Week 2: Wednesday 1200-0030, Thursday 1200-0030, Friday 1200-2230, Saturday 1000-2000

Overtime Method: Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Payrate: $20.60

End Date: November 30, 2025

Posting Date: September 22, 2025

Closing Date (Internal): September 29, 2025

Closing Date (External): October 30, 2025

Site Description

Queen's University Library inspires learning, sparks creativity and builds community. Entering our libraries – virtual and physical – our students and faculty feel the world at their fingertips, the knowledge of the ages and the potential of the future. Librarians and staff work closely with students and faculty in every discipline and in the spaces where they intersect.

Job Description

• Greet and interact with staff, students, and visitors politely and professionally
• Ensure all staff, visitors, and vendors are following the protocols for Queen's University
• Provide assistance as necessary to staff and students
• Assist visitors as necessary with wayfinding as required
• Proactive, consistent patrols of the campus
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with maintaining the utmost professionalism
• Strong interpersonal skills, flexible, and customer service orientation
• Remain calm and effectively perform in emergency situations
• Able to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
• Report writing and note taking
• Surveillance monitoring
• Additional job duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a WSIB-approved vendor)
• Proficient in English (both oral and written)
• Bilingualism in French and English is considered an asset
• 6+ months in customer service
• Previous security experience is preferred
• Must be able to commit to the position for 6 months
• Must have Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB) and Use of Force Certification (UOF)
• Paladin Security will pay for MOAB and UOF certification on a commitment contract (minimum six (6) months)
• Upon Hiring: Must be able to attend four (5) days of MOAB and UOF Certification class during the week
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Why choose Paladin?

• Opportunities for advancement and growth
• Unionized benefits (including Education Allowance & Pension Plan)
• Free Uniforms
• Security license reimbursement
• Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
• Paid vacation & sick days
• Additional perks!

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodation for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require 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 applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays