Security Program Manager - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic

Paladin Security Group Ltd; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A security services firm is seeking a Security Program Manager in Peterborough. This role involves managing security operations, conducting training for guards, and ensuring compliance with security protocols. Candidates must have extensive security management experience and strong leadership skills. This full-time position offers a salary range of $55,000-$65,000 and benefits including medical, dental, and paid vacation.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in security management is vital.
• Experience in training staff and managing training programs.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all security guards.
• Conduct training for newly hired security guards.
• Provide daily management and support for guards.

Skills

Security management

Staff training

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Task prioritization

Education

College/University Education

Minimum 1 Year Experience in Security

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 Skills / Requirements

Position: Security Program Manager

Site: All Seneca Polytechnic Campus

City: North York, York, King, Peterborough

Status: Full-Time

Hours: Monday to Friday - 0900-1700

Salary Range: $55,000-$65,000

Category: ESA (Overtime After 44 Hours)

Internal Posting Date: Aug 7, 2025

Internal Closing Date: Aug 14, 2025

External Closing Date: Aug 21, 2025

Seneca Polytechnic provides a great education to prepare our students for great careers. Combining the best of university and college, our bespoke approach to education offers flexibility, rigorous academics, and practical skills to get our graduates career-ready and world-ready. We're proud of our expert faculty, excellent staff, and outstanding facilities. We have deep connections to industry and feature thousands of co-op and work placements to offer our students a seamless transition from education to employment. From business, health, and technology to creative arts, engineering, and more, we have the programs, credentials, and learning options to fuel your ambition.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing Security Guards: Oversee all security guards, including full-time, part-time, and casual employees.
• Training: Conduct or coordinate the 8-hour training program for newly onboarded security guards, ensuring they are knowledgeable in procedures, regulations, and standards.
• Supervision & Support: Provide daily management and support to all guards, ensuring proper scheduling, compliance with security protocols, and addressing concerns or issues.
• Coordination with Other Operational Stakeholders: Liaise with other divisions of the security team including Operations, CSMs, PRCs, and scheduling to ensure seamless operations, especially for high-profile properties or when extra coverage is needed.
• Oversight of Extra Coverage: Oversee the extra coverage shifts.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in security management
• Experience in training staff, creating, and managing training programs
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to manage multiple teams and prioritize tasks effectively
• Working knowledge of the Trespass to Property Act, Steps to Arrest, Mental Health Act of Ontario, Criminal Code Section 494 - The Citizens Power to Attest
• Must have a G License with 5 years of experience; CPI, Use of Force, and First Aid/CPR Level C with AOD training are assets
• Knowledge of Canadian Charter Rights & Freedoms
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Education Requirements

College/University Education

Minimum 1 Year Experience in Security

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security values diversity and is committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. We provide accommodations for people with disabilities during the interview process and employment. If you require accommodations, please let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

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