Temporary Full Time Security Guard - London Public Library

Overview

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Job Skills / Requirements

The London Public Library has been dedicated to the needs of Londoners for over 125 years. This is a space where each and every member of the community, no matter their education level, income, abilities, age or country of origin, feels welcome.

Position: Full-Time Security Guard

Site: London Public Library

Site Address: 251 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 6H9

Overtime Method: Employment Standards Act - calculating after 88 hours bi-weekly

Hours: Monday - Thursday 13:30 - 21:30hrs

Payrate: $18.54/hour

Posting Date: September 9, 2025

Internal Closing Date: September 16, 2025

External Closing Date: October 7, 2025

Assignments include
• Opening and closing the facility, patrolling interior and exterior spaces and controlling access/egress, providing security escorts, as required
• Operating, accessing, and occasionally monitoring the video surveillance equipment
• Monitoring and responding to alarm systems
• Guards shall, at all times maintain a high standard of civility, deportment and appearance and guards shall proactive a philosophy of compassion and de-escalation
• Supporting staff, volunteers, tenants and Library patrons by knowing and understanding the Library's Rules of Conduct and being able to apply these rules in a fair, dignified and positive manner.
• Resolving incidents according to the Library's guidelines, instructions, procedures and reporting on incidents according to established procedures
• Protecting all persons (including public, staff, volunteers, on-site contractors, tenants) and property in the event of medical, fire, disaster, severe weather, bomb threat, evacuation and other emergencies
• Functioning as the Primary First Aid service provider at the Central Library. This might include the ability to administer a blocking medication such as Naloxone and use of devices such as automated external defibrillators (AED), and
• All Emergency occurs are to be reported to the Library as soon as possible. A written incident report, using the Library's Incident Reporting Tool, shall be provided to the Library on any or all minor/major incidents

Essential Job Functions
• Be courteous and cooperative with a high quality of customer service.
• Good interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.
• Able to maintain a professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances and people under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.
• Write clear, concise, and legible reports.
• Able to maintain a professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances and people under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations
• Demonstrated punctuality and reliability, tact and diplomacy.

Prerequisites
• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB approved provider
• English (oral and written) fluency is a must
• 3 Years of experience in security is required
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Certification Requirements (All)

Standard First Aid, CPR Level C
Valid Ontario Security License

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce. We believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those applicants that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

This is a Temporary / Seasonal position