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Department: Human Resources and Training

Reports To: Director of Human Resources & Training

Commissionaires is the only non-profit security company in Canada. That means our revenue goes right back to our operations and employees. It’s why we pay better than any of our competitors and can offer an attractive benefits package.

We offer security services such as guards for site security, mobile patrols, gate checks, alarm response, home and business watch, bylaw enforcement and more. We also offer services to individuals such as criminal record checks, security clearance, U.S. travel waivers, criminal record suspension, fingerprinting and secure courier services.

Commissionaires are proudly the leading employer of military and law enforcement veterans in Canada. We also hire everyone who wants to help keep people safe and secure.

With nearly 600 employees working in more than 180 sites across southern Saskatchewan, Commissionaires offers a variety of workplaces and duties. You will see us at municipal offices in Weyburn, the Polytechnique campus in Moose Jaw, patrolling the streets in Melville or at the front desk of our Legislature in the heart of Regina.

We are seeking an experienced and certified Training Manager to lead, coordinate, and deliver security‑related training programs for our Division. The ideal candidate is a skilled instructor with strong leadership, communication, and organizational abilities.

• Deliver and oversee training in areas such as Security Guard programming, supervisor courses, The Private Investigator and Security Guards Act (1997), First Aid/CPR/AED, WHMIS, and other mandated topics.
• Select and support certified instructors; monitor instructional quality, and provide coaching as needed.
• Maintain current records of qualified instructors, training materials, course documentation, qualifications, and attendance for audit and employment purposes.
• Ensure training aids and equipment are available and functioning properly.
• Manage instructor timesheets and ensure accurate submissions to Finance.
• Contribute to departmental planning, cross-functional initiatives, and ongoing organizational development.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of Human Resources & Training.

• Client focus, communication, teamwork
• Planning, organization, problem solving
• Coaching, mentoring, and enforcing standards
• Accountability, judgment, integrity
• Time management and continuous learning

• Enhanced Reliability or Secret Level II Security Clearance.
• Knowledge of the security industry, relevant legislation, and training standards.
• Experience in developing policies, procedures, and training materials.
• Certification in Occupational Health & Safety policies and procedures, with the ability to act as the OH&S Committee Chair.
• Understanding of WCB claims management.
• Minimum 5 years’ management or security operations experience (preferred).
• Current Saskatchewan Justice Security Licence.

• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• High level of professionalism, tact, and discretion.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; ability to learn new software.
• Effective leadership and performance feedback skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid Class 5 driver’s licence.

• Some travel and occasional overtime required.
• Must work effectively within a diverse environment and collaborate with HQ staff.

In line with our social mandate,
preference will be given to applicants that demonstrate previous military or law enforcement service. Commissionaires South Saskatchewan also prioritizes a representative workforce and invites those who experience disability, people of Indigenous ancestry and people of a visible minority group to self-identify in their submission.

All job applicants must be residents of Canada.

Are you a veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, Allied Forces, RCMP, police or are you a member of a military family? * Yes No

Please specify * Canadian Armed Forces RCMP Allied forces Police Service Military spouse (serving member or veteran) Military dependant (serving member or veteran)

Are you a Permanent Resident or Canadian Citizen? * Yes No

Do you have a minimum of 5 years experience in security operations? * Yes No

Do you have 2+ years experience in sales and client acquisition? * Yes No

Please read and check this box to agree with the required statement below. (Ontario Guard License) *
I have a valid Ontario Security Guard License.

Please read and check this box to agree with the required statements below. (First-Aid and Vehicle) *
I have a valid Emergency First-Aid CPR/AED Certificate.
I have a vehicle or access to a vehicle to attend shifts.

Please read and check this box to agree with the required statement below. (Have not applied previously) *
I have not previously applied to this specific position.

Do you have the prerequisites necessary to achieve the clearance levels described as a requirement above? * Yes No

I have a valid ‘G2’ or ‘G’ Ontario Drivers Licence and a vehicle in order to drive to any work site within the region I have applied Yes No

I have previously been a Commissionaire Yes No

Division of previous Commissionaire employment

• Part Time (15+ hours per week)
• Full Time (35+ hours or more per week)
• Weekdays only
• Weekends only
• Any Shift

How many hours per week are you looking to work? *

Do you have a valid Manitoba security guard license? * Yes No

Who did you receive your license training with? *

Are you available to start work within the next 2-3 months? * Yes No

Are you currently working? * Yes No

Are you working within the security field? * Yes No

Monday to Friday Day Shift (approximately 0700 to 1500) Monday to Friday Evenings (approximately 1500 to 2300) Monday to Friday Night Shift (approximately 2300 to 0700) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Day Shifts (approximately 0700 to 1500) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Evening Shifts (approximately 1500 to 2300) Weekends (Saturday and Sunday) Night Shifts (approximately 2300 to 0700)

Indicate residency status. *

What is the expiry date of the status or permit? *

For the purposes of obtaining security clearances, if you were NOT born in Canada, please specify the date of entry into Canada

Due to the various location of work, consistent and reliable transportation is the responsibility of the applicant. Please specify the primary transportation type you will using. *

Do you have a valid Manitoba Drivers licence? * Yes No

Do you have any additional comments about availability, restrictions or other info that you would like to share?

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Copy of your current Ontario Security Guard License (PDF) * No file chosen

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North Saskatchewan Security Guard Certificate * No file chosen Please upload your Saskatchewan Security Guard Training Certificate here.

How did you hear about this position? *

Agreement *

I have read and completed this application in full. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the answers given to the foregoing questions and the statements made by me in this application are correct and complete. I understand that misrepresentation of facts in this application may result in disqualification or dismissal. Commissionaires is an equal opportunity employer.

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