The Opportunity (Vacancy: New Headcount)

Reporting directly to the Manager, Facilities, this role is responsible for leading physical security enforcement and safety response across Town-owned facilities. You will maintain a highly visible presence through proactive patrols, incident response, risk mitigation, and enforcement activities to ensure the safety and security of staff, patrons, and Town assets. You will be responsible for responding to security alerts, emergencies, behavioural incidents, and supporting emergency preparedness initiatives across municipal facilities. As the Officer, Corporate Security Response, you will perform the following duties, including but not limited to:

• Act as the first responder to security alerts, alarms, emergencies, behavioural incidents, and potentially volatile situations across Town facilities

• Conduct proactive patrols and inspections of Town-owned and operated properties to deter criminal activity, unauthorized access, vandalism, and safety risks

• Investigate suspicious activities, manage incident scenes, issue warnings or Trespass Cautions, and liaise with emergency services and enforcement agencies as required

• Prepare detailed incident reports, support fire drills, lockdowns and evacuations, and oversee third-party security providers to ensure service standards are met

• Support community events and facility operations by implementing effective security measures, providing customer service excellence, and performing emergency first aid services

The Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a dedicated and professional individual with a post-secondary diploma in Law Enforcement, Security Management, Police Foundations, Criminology or a closely related field. Our ideal candidate possesses and is able to maintain a valid Security Guard Licence in accordance with the Ontario Private Security and Investigative Services Act, 2005, S.O. 2005, c. 34, along with active CPR & First Aid Certification and a valid Provincial Security Guard licence. Certification in Use of Force, Advanced De-Escalation and/or Mental Health First Aid is considered an asset.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 3 years related experience in security enforcement, by-law enforcement or a similar field, including a minimum of 2 years experience in field response involving medical emergencies, alarm response and incident management. Candidates must also possess a minimum of 2 years experience in advanced de-escalation, specifically within public-facing or high-traffic community environments.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, preparing detailed reports, and exercising sound judgment in high-pressure situations. We are seeking an individual with superior communication and conflict resolution skills, a demonstrated ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment, and excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.

The successful candidate for Officer, Corporate Security Response will be required to work a flexible schedule, including in the office, remotely and after hours (as required).

This position offers a salary range of $89,929.32 - $112,411.65 plus a competitive benefit package.

Satisfactory passing of a vulnerable sector check or criminal record check, and proof of qualifications will be required of any successful candidate(s) for this position.

The Town is committed to diversity and inclusivity in employment and welcomes applications from qualified individuals of diverse backgrounds. The Town is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to an inclusive and barrier-free workplace. If your application requires accommodation, please contact People Services at (905) 584-2272 Ext. 4738.

Applications for this posting will be accepted until June 2, 2026 12:00PM EST.

The Town of Caledon does not use artificial intelligence (AI) technology for screening, assessing, or selecting candidates.