Security Response Guard - Government Site

Position:  Security Responder 
Vertical: Datacenter Physical Security
Reports To: Security Team Manager (STM)

Location: North York, ON

Pay Rate: $28.00/HR.

Shift: Monday to Friday 0700-1500HRS.

SUMMARY
This position provides security oversight to the client Datacenter. Responsibilities include access control, escalations, loss prevention, incident response, and reporting safety and security incidents. The successful candidate will use strong customer service skills and the ability to facilitate effective communication internally and externally to perform the job. They will respond to email, triage issues, and direct them to the proper authority for resolution. They also assist in the timely completion of reports. They perform administrative and miscellaneous duties as directed by management and serve as the shift supervisor for local personnel, as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Monitors physical security operations at the client Datacenter. 
2. Monitors cameras and access control systems covering data calls and entry/exit doors. 
3. Dispatches appropriate personnel, as necessary. 
4. Maintains logs and records in accordance with the Datacenter Standard Operations Procedure (SOP). 
5. Identifies and escalates issues in accordance with documented policies and procedures. 
6. Reviews all reports written during shift. 
7. Ensures all scheduled posts are filled. 
8. Briefs oncoming Supervisor/Team about incidents during shift or in progress.
9. Maintains documentation and follows standardized procedures to successfully complete unannounced audits. 
10. Collects complete information for detailed report and appropriate follow-up. Prepares professionally written reports and maintains strict distribution to “need to know” parties. 
11. Cross-training will be provided for all site-based roles, enabling you to step in for other position coverage and offer relief breaks to guards, when required by operational needs.
12. Prepares written and electronic logs and reports as required for the site while entering information in appropriate computer systems. 
13. Read and comprehends standard operations procedures, post orders, reports, and other printed materials. 
14. Performs additional tasks assigned by management. 
15. Conduct training with the staff on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
16. Conduct drills, and Quality Assurance & Quality Control (QAQC) review.
17. Conducts foot patrols (for extended periods of time or up to 12 miles of distance. It may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain) completing patrol checklists.
18. Assist STM with regards to scheduling, covering any open shifts.
19. Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions from improving the security program. 
20. Evaluates and escalates potential safety issues within the facility. 
21. Required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Notify supervisor upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions. 
22. Identifies security shortfalls and offers suggestions from improving the security program. 
    1. The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. The employee might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity. 
    2. All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) function.
    3. Employees are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties, or tasks not specifically listed herein. 
    4. In performing functions, duties or tasks, employees are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Employees are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions. 
    5. All functions, duties or tasks are to be conducted in an honest, ethical, and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, employees are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

MINIMUM HIRING STANDARDS:

• Must be at least 18 years of age. 
• Must have a reliable means of communication, such as cell phone. 
• Must have a reliable means of transportation (public or private). 
• Must have the legal right to work in Canada. 
• Must have the ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently. 
• Must have a high school diploma, secondary education equivalent, or GED. 
• Must be willing to participate in the Company’s pre-employment screening process, including drug screen and background investigation.
• Must have 2+ years of related work experience, or an equivalent combination. 

of education and experience enough to perform the essential functions of the job, as determined by the company.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Able to work during daytime, evening, weekend, and holiday hours.

COMPETENCIES

• Must be able to meet and continue to meet licensing requirements. 
• Must be able to meet and continue to meet requirements for specific skills, certifications and authorizations specified for the assigned accounts. 
• Knowledge of security operations and procedures. 
• Knowledge of supervisor practices and procedures. 
• Skill in staff supervision, including assigning work and providing training and discipline. 
• Knowledge of fire inspection procedures. 
• Capable of learning a variety of security and safety devices and controls. 
• Ability to track and maintain schedule assignments. 
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances. 
• Advanced computer skills are required. 
• Strong oral and written communication skills. 
• Strong customer service and service delivery orientation. 
• Ability to provide positive direction and motivate performance. 
• Ability to interact effectively at all levels and across diverse cultures. 
• Ability to take initiative and achieve results. 
• Ability to conduct multiple assignments concurrently. 
• Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization. 
• Ability to exercise independent judgment and decision-making skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

With or without reasonable accommodation, requires the physical and mental capacity to effectively perform all essential functions. In addition to other demands, the demands of the job include: 

• Maintaining composure in dealing with authorities, executives, clients, staff, and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations. 
• May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area. 
• May be required to work overtime without advance notice. 
• Keyboard, basic computer usage and operating controls. 
• Frequent sitting, standing, and walking, which may be required for extended periods of time or up to 12 miles of distance. It may involve climbing stairs and walking up inclines and on uneven terrain. 
• Walking, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling. 
• Ability to carry up to 2.5-pound device during the entire shift. 
• Depending on assignment may be exposed to inclement weather or be required to work in environments or under conditions that require the use of protective gear and devices and/or awareness of personal safety and safety of others. 
• Required ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently. 
• Handling and being exposed to sensitive and confidential information. 
• Regular talking and hearing. 
• May be required to use vehicle in the performance of duties. 
• On occasion, it may be required to perform stressful and physical activity. 
• Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 10 pounds and occasionally lifting and/or moving up to 25 pounds. 
• Close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
• This position is structured under a campus model, consisting of 2-3 locations. Site assignments may change on short notice to meet operational needs, while shift hours will remain consistent.

If you are unable to meet the requirements of this position, please do not apply. Those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Securitas Canada celebrates diversity, and we welcome and encourage applications from the four designated groups: namely women, Aboriginal people, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Accommodation is available for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.

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