Security Guard Job Vancouver area,BC Canada,Security

SUMMARY

While contributing to a great visitor experience, the Security Guard is responsible for Vancouver Aquarium security including public safety (crowd control & crime prevention response), primary first aid and building and grounds security. Please note this role participates in shift rotation including days, evenings, weekends and/or overnight shifts so flexibility of availability is required.

ONLY CANDIDATES WITH A VALID SECURITY LICENSE AND OCCUPATIONAL FIRST AID LEVEL 2 WILL BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Provides a safe environment for the Vancouver Aquarium’s customers, visitors, employees and volunteers by:

Assisting with crowd control, incident prevention and general safety;

Making regular security rounds to ensure that the facility is in compliance with Aquarium standards;

Responding to security incidents;

Implementing loss prevention strategies.

Provides first aid and support by:

Assisting to ensure Aquarium compliance with WorkSafeBC first aid and safety regulations;

Responding to first aid calls and providing first aid for customers, visitors, employees and volunteers;

Assisting with the maintenance, auditing and stocking of first aid equipment;

Properly completing and filing first aid and security incident reports.

Enhance the overall Vancouver Aquarium visitor experience by:

Being open and friendly, and answering questions as required, or referring questions to someone who can assist;

Actively ensuring a great visitor experience;

Improve the Vancouver Aquarium and its processes by:

Assisting with development of emergency protocols;

Maintaining organizational safety standards;

Reducing environmental impact and supporting “green” of operations;

Demonstrating the organization’s values and expectations for conduct;

Performing additional duties of a similar nature or level as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

Required - Secondary school diploma;

Required - Occupational First Aid Level 2;

Required - BC Security Worker license;

Preferred - One year experience as a security guard;

Preferred - Experience working in the tourism sector.

Skills

Be able to interact positively and proactively with customers, visitors, employees and volunteers by presenting a professional image and providing exceptional service;

Have good verbal and written communication skills

Can communicate effectively with audiences of all ages;

Can remain calm and respond effectively in challenging situations;

Be able to identify and defuse potentially problematic situations;

Be self-motivated and work effectively under minimal supervision;

Can work independently, but also be an active team member;

Can learn and adapt in a constantly changing environment;

Has good Word, Excel and Outlook skills.

SALARY RANGE: $20 - $30 PER HOUR


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