Security Professional

Job summary

The security professional provides a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by conducting patrols, responding to service calls, and performing preliminary investigations. They are also responsible for parking enforcement, equipment testing, and maintaining accurate security reports.

Job details

Position Details Job Number: JR02026 Department: Hospital Security This position may be scheduled at any of the following sites: Charlton Campus (Hamilton Downtown) Job Type: Casual, Part time Contract Duration: (If applicable) 0 months Number of Positions: 1 Union: CLAC Local 503 Hourly Rate (Min / Max): $27.49 - $33.78 Schedule Work Days: Holidays, Monday to Sunday Time of Day: Days, Evenings, Nights Shift: Hours -12, Hours - 7.5 Shift Start: (If applicable) Reason for Posting: Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy Application Dates Opening Date: 2026-09-15 Closing Date: 2026-09-22 Job Description Qualifications: Successful completion of a recognized program in Law and Security Police Foundations or equivalent Current and valid Ministry Security Guard License issued by the Private Security and Investigative Services Branch Verifiable security healthcare security or police experience is preferred Certificate in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Use of Force and tactical handcuffing is preferred Competent in MS Word Excel PowerPoint and email Thorough knowledge of investigative techniques mediation skills and alternate dispute resolution methods Excellent customer service skills required Willing to take the initiative in emergency/crisis situations and accept responsibility Applicants must possess good oral and written communication skills with the ability to follow oral and written instructions Demonstrated problem solving skills and ability to work with minimum supervision Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently Responsibilities: Provides a safe and secure working environment for all visitors patients staff and general public Responds to calls for service appropriately and in a timely fashion Conducts preliminary investigations Performs proactive foot patrols spot checks and/or surveillance Escorts personnel to and from parking lots or between buildings as requested Conducts Parking and Smoking Enforcement duties Locks and unlocks entrances and doors at scheduled times Conducts function tests of security and parking related equipment Accurately writes clear and legible reports Actively looks for safety hazards and takes appropriate corrective action Performs at all times in a manner consistent with safe working practices and the Occupational Health & Safety Act Will be in direct contact with switchboard operators and must carry pagers and hand-held tools Performs all other duties as assigned St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process (recruit@stjoes.ca).

What you’ll do

The security professional provides a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors by conducting patrols, responding to service calls, and performing preliminary investigations. They are also responsible for parking enforcement, equipment testing, and maintaining accurate security reports.

Requirements

Candidates must have a recognized program in Law and Security or Police Foundations and a valid Ministry Security Guard License. Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication, mediation, and crisis intervention skills are required.

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• Problem solving · Preferred
• Communication Skills · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Security Guard License
• Law and Security
• Police Foundations
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
• Use of Force
• Tactical Handcuffing
• Investigative Techniques
• Mediation
• Customer Service
• Problem Solving
• Report Writing
• MS Word
• MS Excel
• MS PowerPoint
• Communication Skills
• Use Of Force
• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Communication
• Crisis Intervention
• Dispute Resolution
• Occupational Safety And Health
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Investigation
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Healthcare
• Customer Service & Support
• Security Professional
• Hospital Security Officer
• Security Guards

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