Tactical Security Guard, Education

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard

Do you thrive on challenges and take pride in staying sharp and ready for action?

If you’re a security professional—or someone aspiring to build a rewarding career in law enforcement—this opportunity is for you! Join our team and make a real impact by protecting people, property, and community with professionalism and integrity.

This is more than just a security role — it’s a hands-on opportunity to apply your education, security experience and gain critical front-line experience. Join us and work in a professional setting of an Academic campus located in Downtown Toronto (M5B 1Y2) that reflects many of the same responsibilities as community policing. 

What's in it for you?

• $21.71/hour + comprehensive benefits package

• Each day is different-Continental Rotation shifts
• Build real, relevant experience that stands out in law enforcement applications

• All the trainings are fully paid through GardaWorld Academy — including tactical and site-specific certifications

• Opportunities for advancement into specialized, higher-paying roles

• Work in a professional, structured environment that supports your career growth

• Uniform provided at no cost

• This is a casual role, allowing employees to choose their preferred shifts according to availability. A minimum commitment of four shifts per month is required to maintain active employment status.

Responsibilities for Tactical Security Guard

As a Tactical Security Guard assigned to a sensitive educational environment, you’ll be a key player in maintaining a safe and secure atmosphere for staff, students, and visitors.

Duties include:

• Proactively patrolling high-traffic areas by foot
• Responding to incidents and emergencies quickly and effectively
• Enforcing the Criminal Code, Trespass to Property Act, and site-specific regulations
• Observing and reporting suspicious behaviour or safety hazards
• Assisting in medical emergency response and supporting on-site evacuations
• Conducting site checks, verifying identity, and managing access points
• Writing detailed incident reports and maintaining accurate records
• Supporting community engagement efforts to promote safety and awareness
• Collaborating with local law enforcement when required

Qualifications for Tactical Security Guard

• Be Authorized to work in Canada
• Must be Use of Force certified with atleast 1 year Tactical security experience
• Must have valid Ontario Security Guard License

• Must have Standard First Aid & CPR Level C certification(WSIB Approved)

• Must have experience working with Vulnerable population

• Must be able to commute to Downtown Toronto with no onsite parking

• Working Knowledge of Criminal Code and Trespass to Property Act enforcement

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to handle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism

• Strong documentation and report-writing abilities

• Ability to stand, walk, and patrol for the duration of your shift

• Computer proficiency (MS Office, Google Suite)

• Self-defence, powers of arrest, or EMR training is considered a strong asset

Apply today – this could be more than a job! 26% of our corporate employees started as frontline workers. If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, surveillance and even casual roles available.