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Overview

Job Skills / Requirements

About Seneca Security

King Campus is Seneca’s natural retreat—nestled in woodlands, home to health sciences, veterinary, and community service programs. Security at King means strong partnerships, community presence, and personalized service. You’ll receive industry-leading training, support for ongoing education, and daily opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of students and staff.

Position:Security Team Lead

Site:Seneca Polytechnic - King Campus

Overtime:Averaging Agreement (AA) after 88 hours

Status:Full-Time

Hours: Continental Rotation (0630 - 1830 /1830 - 0630)

Pay Rate:$23.00 - $24.50

Internal Posting Date:August 25th, 2026

Internal Closing Date:September 11th, 2026

External Closing Date: September 11th, 2026

Your Impact

As Team Lead at King, you’ll guide and support a dedicated security team, ensuring safety across sprawling outdoor grounds, classrooms, and specialized healthcare and animal care facilities. You are the “go-to” leader for students, staff, and community partners.

Key Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor Security Guards during assigned shifts
Assign patrols of outdoor grounds, academic buildings, and residence
Lead by example in incident response, reporting, and customer care
Support health and wellness programming and high-profile events
Oversee training, onboarding, and continuous improvement for your team
Coordinate with local first responders and campus departments
Conduct safety inspections and maintain a proactive, service-oriented presence
Foster a positive, collaborative work environment

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years’ security experience (post-secondary or healthcare preferred)
Prior supervisory or leadership experience an asset
Valid Ontario Security Guard License
Standard First Aid and CPR from a WSIB-Approved Provider
Current First Aid/CPR, Use of Force, and crisis training certifications
G-class driver’s license (clean abstract)
Outstanding communication, team-building, and problem-solving skills
Must not be a current Seneca student
Legally authorized to work in Canada
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) certification program prior to their onboarding training to ensure they meet the requirements of the position

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

Why Choose King Campus?

Free on-site parking in a scenic campus environment
Career advancement in a close-knit, supportive team
Access to Seneca’s professional development programs
Leadership opportunities in a community-focused setting
Real impact in a unique, hands-on academic environment

Why Choose Paladin?

Free uniforms
Daily pay available — your paycheck, on your schedule
Additional perks

Certification Requirements (All)

Use of Force in Class Training

Valid Ontario Security License

First Aid and CPR - Level C Certification

Management of Aggressive Behaviour (MOAB)

Vulnerable Sector Check

Valid G or G2 Drivers License

A Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence

Authorized to legally work in Canada

Additional Information / Benefits

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!

Paladin Security has a diverse workforce and we believe in and are committed to a workplace culture of respect, inclusion, and diversity. Paladin Security is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities through the interview process and while employed. If you require an accommodation during the interview process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates that are short listed will be contacted for an interview.

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays

This job reports to the Client Service Manager

This is a Full-Time position
1st Shift, 2nd Shift, 3rd Shift, Continental Rotating - 0630-1830/1830-0630.

Travel is not required

Number of Openings for this position: 1