Law Society of Ontario (Downtown Toronto) - Full Time Security Guard

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Position: Full Time Security Guard

Location: Downtown Toronto

Pay Rate : $22.03 / an hour

Hours: Continental Days (0700-1900)

Posting Date: August 20,. 2026

Internal Closing: August 26, 2026

External Closing Date: August 26th, 2026

Site Description:

The Law Society of Ontario is the law society responsible for the self-regulation of lawyers and paralegals in the Canadian province of Ontario. Founded in 1797 as the Law Society of Upper Canada, its name was changed by statute in 2018.

Job Description:

• Protect the safety of persons and their belongings on LSO property
• Prevent and minimize fire, theft, vandalism, criminal damage, and trespass on LSO property
• Parking enforcement: including but not limited to the tagging/towing of unauthorized vehicles, and calling out contractors for snow removal.
• Prohibit entry into secure areas of the property by anyone other than authorized persons determined by an authorized LSO administrator.
• Complete interior and exterior patrol rounds of the property including documentation of conditions/safety concerns and weather reports as required.
• Enforcement of smoke-free property policies
• Monitor security consoles (access control, secure elevator, and CCTV video monitors)
• Visitor and employee identification verification
• Complete incident reports, logs, and daily operating reports
• Issue and control access cards and keys to personnel, contractors, and visitors when required
• Lock and unlock doors as scheduled or required
• Report any unusual incidents or hazardous conditions
• Maintain a log of security incidents and report occurrences
• Document, secure, and manage lost and found property and property safekeeping
• Security personnel will provide safety escort services to emergency contractors on LSO property when required
• Advise LSO staff immediately of any notifiable incidents
• Assist with the management of any aggressive visitors (physically and verbally)
• Attend every event or incident, which they reasonably consider may jeopardize the security of the Facility and provide a high level of customer service
• Following SOPs with the management of illicit substances and or weapons; securing the location of any found items.
• Document all events in a notebook or electronic incident report
• Other duties as required/requested

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of security experience
• Valid Ontario Security Guard License
• Valid Standard First Aid & CPR Level C (WSIB-approved)
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination (minimum 2 doses)
• Proficient in English (oral and written)
• Willing to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Legally Authorized to work in Canada

Why Choose Paladin?

• Get paid your way with flexible daily pay options

Certification Requirements (All)

Valid Ontario Security License
First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification
3 years of security experience
2 years of security supervisor experience

Additional Information / Benefits

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The Paladin Difference starts with our people; we're the best because we hire the best. We believe in promoting from within, respecting people and their differences, providing high quality service and always having fun! If you think you have what it takes to join our team, we want to meet you!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and 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 candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays