Library Security Guard

Ready to suit up as a Library Security Guard

Requisition:242255

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Tell us about how your keen sense of observation is one of your greatest strengths.

As a Library Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments and safeguarding people around you in a Library environ

What's in it for you?

• Hourly wage of $19.21 + comprehensive benefits
• Permanent Shift: Monday (1000-1730), Tuesday(1000-2030), Thursday (1700-2230), Friday (1000-1730), Saturday (Winter shift hours- 1000 5o 1730 and Summer Shift hours-1300 to 1730)
• We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
• Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
• Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Library Security Guard

• Facilitate access to restricted areas for authorized persons and control access to the library entrance, including operating metal detection gates and welcoming visitors.

• React quickly to threats, incidents, and emergencies, maintaining professionalism during stressful situations.

• Monitor and ensure the proper functioning of alarms and closed-circuit cameras, and respond to alarms with on-site checks.

• Conduct excessive foot patrols of interior and exterior sensitive areas to spot any suspicious activity and provide a visible security presence on all library and Skywalk floors.

• Remove unauthorized individuals while applying conflict de-escalation techniques and trauma-informed safety approaches with a focus on anti-racism and cultural awareness.

• Respond to tenant requests and offer site information and directions to the public with a friendly and professional demeanor.

• Collaborate effectively with law enforcement during serious incidents, as well as with library staff, Community Safety Hosts, and Crisis Workers to create a safe environment.

• Maintain effective written and verbal communication, with fluency in English to ensure clear, calm interactions with the public and team members.

• Follow opening and closing procedures, including locking/unlocking doors, elevators, rooms, and activating/deactivating alarm systems.

• Document incidents and actions taken, and maintain detailed logs of unusual occurrences for accountability and reference.

Qualifications for Library Security Guard

• Be authorized to work in Canada
• Hold a valid Manitoba security license
• First aid certification an asset
• Maintains a positive attitude and professional appearance.
• Ability to stand and walk entire shift
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• First Aid training ( An Asset)
• Physically and mentally fit to perform duties.
• Tactical experience ( Asset)
• Good with Technology

Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.

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