About the Role
Reporting to the Security Supervisor, the Security Guard creates a positive guest experience while maintaining a safe and secure environment on the grounds.
Responsibilities
- Conduct proactive patrols of the grounds, inspect buildings, and monitor various security systems.
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, assess situations, liaise with emergency services, and take statements to secure information.
- Execute operational plans based on specific events or grounds wide activities, including working with third-party security providers, Toronto Police, and other internal divisions.
- Maintain daily records of all activities and incidents.
- Inform relevant authorities of emergencies by activating emergency response systems and assist with evacuation procedures.
- Perform parking enforcement duties and may be required to attend court.
- Perform road closure and traffic control duties.
- Enforce bylaws, Acts, Codes, and policies.
- Escort the general public, staff, and cash assets.
- Perform first aid and CPR.
- Undertake special projects, assignments, and other duties as required.
Requirements
- Enrolled in or a graduate of Post-Secondary Law Enforcement/Criminology program or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Possess a valid Security Guard License.
- Possess a valid Class “G” Driver’s License.
- Possess standard first aid/CPR certification.
- Experience in law enforcement and security operational procedures is an asset.
- Knowledge of the Criminal Code and Trespass to Property Act.
- Knowledge of emergency and evacuation procedures.
- Proven customer service skills.
- Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written.
- Experience utilizing software packages (word processing, and electronic mail).
- Ability to work rotating shifts including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
- Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
Skills
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Word processing software
- Electronic mail software
- First aid
- CPR
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Rotating shifts
Education Level
- Post-Secondary Law Enforcement/Criminology program
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Performance incentives
- Comprehensive rewards package
- OMERS participation (defined benefit pension plan)
- Employer-paid health & dental
- Extended healthcare
- Professional development
About the Company
- Exhibition Place is Canada’s largest entertainment venue, attracting over 5.5 million visitors a year.
- The 192-acre site is an integral component of Toronto and Ontario’s economy, particularly with respect to conventions, sport, festivals, recreation, culture and tourism.
- Located at Exhibition Place are the award-winning Enercare Centre (LEED Platinum certified) and Beanfield Centre conference venue (LEED Silver certified).
- Since 2004, Exhibition Place has undertaken an environmental stewardship initiative, entitled GREENSmart, promoting sustainable development, environmental initiatives, and leading-edge green technologies and practices.
- Environmental initiatives have resulted in award-winning recognition across North America, establishing Exhibition Place as a world leader in energy-efficient technologies.
Equal Opportunity
- Exhibition Place is committed to fostering an inclusive, accessible environment where all employees and members of the public feel valued, respected, and supported.
- We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the public and the communities in which we live and serve.
- We are committed to the requirements of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, so if you require accommodation during the hiring process, please let our Recruitment team know.
