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Security Officer

Full-time, Part-time

Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

Site Description:

Position: Full-Time Security Officer; Casual Security Officer

Site: Chignecto Central Regional Centre for Education

Overtime: Overtime after 48 hours

Hours: Monday to Friday - 0800-1630Hrs

Payrate: $18.50

Posting Date: May 26, 2026

Internal Closing Date: June 15, 2026

External Closing Date: June 15, 2026

Key Responsibilities:

  • Patrol the building, facilities and exterior grounds 
  • Respond to incidents and play an active role in all emergency situations
  • Conduct investigations re: thefts, break and enter, suspicious persons, accidents, vandalism, etc and complete incident reports, occurrence logs or appropriate documentation
  • Complete door locks/unlocks as required; monitor for unsecure doors
  • Provide assistance, as necessary to staff and visitors
  • Assist in orientation and training of new security personnel, as required
  • Provide First Aid response
  • Monitor surveillance cameras, as required
  • Other related duties and assignments, as delegated by the University Security Manager.
  • Parking Duties may be required.

Prerequisites:

  • Valid Security License for the province of Nova Scotia
  • Valid Standard/Intermediate First Aid & CPR - Level C (from a CSA-approved vendor)
  • English (oral and written) fluency is a must
  • Previous experience in security, law enforcement, or a related field preferred.
  • Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
  • Applicants lacking these certifications can opt into Paladin's UoF/MOAB training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
    • Please be aware: The UoF/MOAB training is not paid as it is a pre-requisite; however, Paladin will cover all of the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability

Why choose Paladin?

  • Opportunities for training and professional development.
  • Competitive wage and benefits package.
  • Free Uniforms
  • Company Paid Security license
  • Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
  • Paid vacation & sick days
  • Flexible daily pay options available

Education Requirements (All)

High School Diploma/GED

Certification Requirements (All)

Intermediate First Aid/CPR C

Additional Information / Benefits

Paladin Security: Making the World a Safer and Friendlier Place because we CARE !
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

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