Security Team Lead - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (York)
Top Benefits
About the role
Security Team Lead - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (York)
About Seneca Security
At Seneca@York, security is about supporting a unique, dual-institution environment— where Seneca’s hands-on learning and York University’s academic life intersect. Our team is known for its adaptability, professionalism, and partnership across both institutions. You’ll benefit from industry-leading development, tuition support, and a campus where your leadership shapes a welcoming and safe environment for all.
Position: Security Team Lead
Site: Seneca Polytechnic - York Campus
Averaging Agreement: Overtime is Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours
Status: Full-Time
Hours: Continental Rotation12 Hours - 0630-1830/1830-0630
Pay Rate: $22.00-23.50/ an hour
Internal Posting Date: Oct 9, 2025
Internal Closing Date: Oct 16, 2025
External Closing Date: Oct 23, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate Security Guard activities in academic buildings, residence, and event spaces
- Cross-campus learning and collaboration with York U partners
- Assign and monitor patrols, access control, and incident response
- Foster cross-functional teamwork with York Security and campus partners
- Lead incident investigations and ensure timely, accurate reporting
- Provide frontline support during special events, guest speakers, and high-profile campus activities
- Mentor new staff and deliver in-service training
- Ensure adherence to Seneca and York U security policies
- Support a welcoming and inclusive team culture
Your Impact
As Team Lead at Seneca@York, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment in a campus that thrives on diversity and collaboration. Your leadership ensures the best experience for students, staff, and visitors—every day.
Why Choose Seneca?
- Free parking for all security staff
- Leading professional development and certification opportunities
- Education is what we do - advance your learning while you work
- Real opportunities for career progression within Seneca’s growing security operation
- Access to knowledge and mentorship from top industry experts
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values your growth and well-being
Qualifications
- Legally Authorized to Work in Canada
- Ontario Security Guard License
- First Aid/CPR • Strong communication skills and an upbeat, professional attitude
- Ability to handle fast-paced, diverse campus demands
- Prior post-secondary or healthcare security experience an asset
- Bilingual/multilingual skills are a plus
- Must not be a current Seneca student at York
Why choose Paladin?
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Free Uniforms
- Security license reimbursement
- Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
- Additional perks
- Your paycheck, on your schedule – daily pay offered
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!
About Paladin Security
As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada's leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective customer service in the industry.
About Us
Paladin was established in 1976 to provide basic Security Officer services. From modest beginnings with four employees and one contract, Paladin has grown into one of the largest security companies in Canada with offices from coast to coast.
Our Mission
Paladin's mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products available. With our extensive range of products and services, we care for our clients' safety and security. We strive to provide the very best in quality, and therefore commit to investing heavily into the selection, training, support, supervision and personal development of our people.
Security Team Lead - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (York)
Top Benefits
About the role
Security Team Lead - Full Time - Seneca Polytechnic (York)
About Seneca Security
At Seneca@York, security is about supporting a unique, dual-institution environment— where Seneca’s hands-on learning and York University’s academic life intersect. Our team is known for its adaptability, professionalism, and partnership across both institutions. You’ll benefit from industry-leading development, tuition support, and a campus where your leadership shapes a welcoming and safe environment for all.
Position: Security Team Lead
Site: Seneca Polytechnic - York Campus
Averaging Agreement: Overtime is Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours
Status: Full-Time
Hours: Continental Rotation12 Hours - 0630-1830/1830-0630
Pay Rate: $22.00-23.50/ an hour
Internal Posting Date: Oct 9, 2025
Internal Closing Date: Oct 16, 2025
External Closing Date: Oct 23, 2025
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate Security Guard activities in academic buildings, residence, and event spaces
- Cross-campus learning and collaboration with York U partners
- Assign and monitor patrols, access control, and incident response
- Foster cross-functional teamwork with York Security and campus partners
- Lead incident investigations and ensure timely, accurate reporting
- Provide frontline support during special events, guest speakers, and high-profile campus activities
- Mentor new staff and deliver in-service training
- Ensure adherence to Seneca and York U security policies
- Support a welcoming and inclusive team culture
Your Impact
As Team Lead at Seneca@York, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment in a campus that thrives on diversity and collaboration. Your leadership ensures the best experience for students, staff, and visitors—every day.
Why Choose Seneca?
- Free parking for all security staff
- Leading professional development and certification opportunities
- Education is what we do - advance your learning while you work
- Real opportunities for career progression within Seneca’s growing security operation
- Access to knowledge and mentorship from top industry experts
- A supportive, inclusive culture that values your growth and well-being
Qualifications
- Legally Authorized to Work in Canada
- Ontario Security Guard License
- First Aid/CPR • Strong communication skills and an upbeat, professional attitude
- Ability to handle fast-paced, diverse campus demands
- Prior post-secondary or healthcare security experience an asset
- Bilingual/multilingual skills are a plus
- Must not be a current Seneca student at York
Why choose Paladin?
- Opportunities for training and professional development
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Free Uniforms
- Security license reimbursement
- Dry cleaning & hemming/tailoring allowance
- Additional perks
- Your paycheck, on your schedule – daily pay offered
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!
About Paladin Security
As one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, boasting Canada's 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures, Paladin is Canada's leading security company, with services and superior expertise that span all types of protection. Our outstanding people, ongoing training, state-of-the-art technology, advanced monitoring stations and passion for customer service excellence enable us to provide the most responsive and effective customer service in the industry.
About Us
Paladin was established in 1976 to provide basic Security Officer services. From modest beginnings with four employees and one contract, Paladin has grown into one of the largest security companies in Canada with offices from coast to coast.
Our Mission
Paladin's mission is to provide our clients with the finest security services and products available. With our extensive range of products and services, we care for our clients' safety and security. We strive to provide the very best in quality, and therefore commit to investing heavily into the selection, training, support, supervision and personal development of our people.