Event Security Specialist

3 weeks ago


Toronto, Canada Empire Protection Inc. Full time

**Company description**

Empire Protection Inc. is an Premier Security Agency operating in the Greater Toronto Area. We pride ourselves in the use of innovative technology combined with a well-trained guard force to provide superior service to our clients. Our emphasis on training sets us apart from our competitors and gives our clients peace of mind knowing their site is protected.

**Job description**

Empire Protection Inc. is currently seeking Event Security Specialists to add to our growing team in Toronto, ON.

If you are a security professional looking for a dynamic and thriving career in the security industry, this role may be the right fit for you.

**Mandatory**:

- **Security License (required)**:

- **First Aid Certification (required)**:

- **Smart Serve (required)**:

- **Driver's License (required)**:

- **Black Suit (required)**:

- **AVERAGE START TIME IS 5/6PM-12AM MONDAY TO THURSDAY AND 5/6/7/8PM TO 1-3AM FRIDAY SATURDAY AND SUNDAY. AVERAGE SHIFT LENGTH IS 5-8 HOURS.**
- Minimum 3+ years experience working in a demanding and high-pressure environment, preferably in event security;
- Professional physical appearance and presentation;
- Excellent verbal and written English communication skills;
- Detailed observation and enhanced report writing skills;
- Thrives in a team environment;
- High School Diploma required. Post-secondary education is considered an asset;
- Open availability; all days of the week consisting of afternoons, evenings, weekend shifts, and holidays;
- De-escalation and conflict resolution skills;
- Must own a black suit and plain white dress shirt or is able to buy one

**Job Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Greeting and opening doors for customers as they enter the establishment;
- Work in a public setting and enforce property rules and regulations in accordance with the policies set out by the site;
- Prepared to work outside in order to process patrons entering the venue;
- Experience with ID checks, physical searches/wanding, bag checks and crowd control;
- Excellent note-taking skills whereby the guard will document all incidents and occurrences in detailed forms and reports;
- Ability to walk/stand for extended periods of time;
- Maintain a safe working environment and follow the facilities health and safety procedures;
- Proficient customer service and de-escalation experience;
- Other duties as assigned; and
- **THE IDEAL CANDIDATE MUST BE REQUIRED TO PASS A WRITTEN, PHYSICAL AND VERBAL TEST AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.**
- Why Choose Empire Protection?_

Empire Protection is a Premier Security and Protection firm operating in the Greater Toronto Area. We pride ourselves in the use of innovative technology combined with a well-trained guard force to provide superior service to our clients.

**Training/Certifications Provided**:

- Smart Serve
- Event Security Training
- Conflict Management and De-escalation

Access to other industry-leading training and certifications including:

- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Stop The Bleed
- Mental Health First Aid
- Canadian Firearms License

**“SECURING YOUR PEACE OF MIND””**

**Job Types**: Full and Part-time Positions.

**Salary**: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract, Seasonal
Contract length: 6 months
Part-time hours: 15-25 per week

**Salary**: $20.00-$25.00 per hour

**Benefits**:

- Company events

Schedule:

- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Evening shift
- Every Weekend
- Holidays
- Weekend availability
- Weekends only

Application question(s):

- Please tell us why, using clear and concise sentences, why you think you would be a good fit for the role of Event Security Professional at Empire Protection.
- Please keep in mind we may not consider you if you just have security experience and not event security experience.

**Experience**:

- Customer Service or Event Security: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Ontario Security Guard Licence (required)
- Drivers License and Vehicle/Reliable Transportation (required)
- First Aid Certification (required)

Shift availability:

- Day Shift (preferred)
- Overnight Shift (preferred)
- Night Shift (preferred)

Work Location: One location

Expected start date: 2023-05-01



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