Career Opportunity

Security Guard

Sipekne'katik Entertainment Centre

(Full-time, Term)

Closing

November 9, 2026

Anticipated Start Date

As Soon As Possible

Salary Range

$35,392.50 Annually

General Description

The Security Guard is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for Sipekne'katik community members, employees, visitors, facilities, and assets. This position provides security, surveillance, and access control services while promoting a qualified, respectful, and culturally appropriate presence within the community. The Security Guard acts as a visible presence to deter unsafe or unauthorized activities while upholding the values, policies, and protocols of Sipekne'katik.

Responsibilities

- Access Control & Site Protection 60%
- Control entry and exit points, verifying identification and authorizations as required.
- Enforce site rules, safety regulations, and security procedures in a fair and professional manner.
- Secure buildings, equipment, and restricted areas.
- Maintain visitor logs.
- Security and Surveillance 10%
- Conduct regular patrols of assigned areas to deter and detect unauthorized activity.
- Monitor surveillance systems, alarms, and access control systems to ensure the safety of facilities and assets.
- Observe and report suspicious behaviour, security breaches, hazards, or unsafe conditions.
- Maintain a visible security presence to promote safety and compliance with policies.
- Incident Response & Reporting 5%
- Respond promptly and appropriately to security incidents, emergencies, and disturbances.
- De-escalate situations using calm, respectful communication.
- Contact emergency services (RCMP, Fire, EMS) when required and provide assistance until arrival.
- Complete accurate incident reports, daily logs, and shift documentation.
- Customer Service & Community Relations 15%




- Interact respectfully with community members, staff, and visitors.
- Provide directions, information, and assistance as required while maintaining security protocols.
- Demonstrate cultural awareness and professionalism consistent with Sipekne'katik values.
- Serve as a positive representative of Sipekne'katik.
- Health, Safety, and Compliance 5%
- Support emergency preparedness, evacuation procedures, and safety drills.
- Identify and report health and safety hazards.
- Comply with all organizational policies, confidentiality requirements, and applicable laws.
- Other Duties 5%
- Perform other related duties as required by the Security Manager.

Qualifications and Experience/Skills

- Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent.
- Minimum 1 year experience in security, law enforcement, military, or community safety roles.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Professional and calm demeaner with ability to respect the confidentiality of others.
- Ability to lead by example in maintaining a positive attitude and friendly demeanor.
- Knowledge of security procedures, surveillance practices, and incident response.
- Strong situational awareness and attention to detail.
- Physical ability to patrol facilities and respond to incidents.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and general office equipment.
- Must have reliable transportation for shift work.
- Satisfactory criminal records check.

Working Conditions

- Shift work, based on 75 hours bi-weekly.

Benefits

This position comes with a variety of benefits including Sick, Personal and Vacation Leave, Health, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance, an Employee & Family Assistance Program and employer matched Pension Plan.

We are an equal opportunity employer; however, qualified Aboriginal applicants will be given priority in accordance with the Aboriginal Employment Preference Policy of the Can

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