The London Public Library has been dedicated to the needs of Londoners for over 125 years. This is a space where each and every member of the community, no matter their education level, income, abilities, age or country of origin, feels welcome

Position: Full-Time Security Guard

Site: London Public Library

Site Address: 251 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 6H9

Overtime Method: Employment Standards Act – calculating after 88 hours bi-weekly

Hours: Monday – Thursday 14:00 – 22:00 and Friday 11:00 – 18:30

Payrate: $18.54/hour

Posting Date: August 22, 2025

Internal Closing Date: August 29, 2025

External Closing Date: September19, 2025

Assignments include

• Opening and closing the facility, patrolling interior and exterior spaces and controlling access/egress, providing security escorts, as required
• Operating, accessing, and occasionally monitoring the video surveillance equipment
• Monitoring and responding to alarm systems
• Guards shall, at all times maintain a high standard of civility, deportment and appearance and guards shall proactive a philosophy of compassion and de-escalation
• Supporting staff, volunteers, tenants and Library patrons by knowing and understanding the Library's Rules of Conduct and being able to apply these rules in a fair, dignified and positive manner.
• Reporting Incidents using the Library's Incident Reporting Tool
• Resolving incidents according to the Library's guidelines, instructions, procedures and reporting on incidents according to established procedures
• Protecting all persons (including public, staff, volunteers, on-site contractors, tenants) and property in the event of medical, fire, disaster, severe weather, bomb threat, evacuation and other emergencies
• Functioning as the Primary First Aid service provider at the Central Library. This might include the ability to administer a blocking medication such as Naloxone and use of devices such as automated external defibrillators (AED), and
• All Emergency occurs are to be reported to the Library as soon as possible. A written incident report, using the Library's Incident Reporting Tool, shall be provided to the Library on any or all minor/major incidents

Prerequisites

• Valid Security License for the province of Ontario
• Valid First Aid & CPR Level C from a WSIB approved provider
• English (oral and written) fluency is a must
• 3 Years of experience in security is required
• Must be able to provide certifications in Use of Force (UOF) and Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB)
• Applicants who do not possess these certifications can opt into Paladin's Use of Force (UOF)/Management of Aggressive Behavior (MOAB) training program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position
• Legally authorized to work in Canada

Please be aware: The UOF/MOAB certification is not paid as it is a pre-employment requisite; however, Paladin will cover all the costs of the training with a 6-month commitment to the position/availability