Security Dispatcher - London

Job summary

The Security Dispatcher is responsible for monitoring intrusion alarm systems, managing access to military weapon vaults, and maintaining direct communication with emergency services. They also provide information and direction to military and civilian personnel while maintaining accurate incident logs.

Job details

INTRODUCTION: Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is a private, not-for-profit organization founded in 1925 on a mandate that prioritizes providing meaningful employment for veterans and others committed to the well-being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed guard, mobile response and support services, by-law enforcement and identification services. We are currently seeking a Commissionaire to join our growing team. This posting is for an existing vacancy. Your dedication to meeting the needs of both our clients and employees strengthens their loyalty and contributes to the overall success of our organization. WHAT OUR EXCEPTIONAL COMMISSIONAIRES ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Monitor intrusion alarm systems for Military Weapon Vault in the London AOR Maintain access lists for Weapon Vault Maintain and control key access for authorized users Act as Canadian Forces Operator for Wolseley Barracks AOR system to all military units in SW Ontario, as well as the Canadian Switched Network (CSN) Maintain direct communication with London Fire Department in the event of all fire alarms and responses Interact with civilian police forces in SW Ontario as required Perform open and close procedures per site training for building #50 as directed by 31 CBG Maintain daily log of incidents as necessary Responsibilities include monitoring intrusion systems, and conducting checks on Weapon Vault All assigned commissionaires are to maintain current training and knowledge on the systems at the barracks The incoming line to the dispatch center is used by both military and civilian personnel Provide information and direction to the best of your ability, and transfer calls as needed, both internally, and to other units in other locations Ensure that all memos are reviewed and acted upon as required You will also be responsible for caretaker and maintaining staff keys Sign keys in and out per CFRIS policies and procedures You will also be given military account information, for the purposes of performing your duties Hold this information with utmost respect and professionalism WE ARE EXCITED FOR YOU TO OFFER US: Ontario Secondary School Diploma *MUST* Ontario Security Guard License *MUST* Valid First Aid and CPR certificate *MUST* be able to obtain Reliability Security Clearance- minimum 5 Years of Residency in Canada Be able to communicate effectively in English (the ability to work in both official languages would be considered an asset). The ability to work alone while maintaining a high level of service to the client is essential Customer services/reception/administrative skills Good understanding of computers WHAT WE OFFER YOU: Medical and Dental Employee assistance program Family assistance program Coaching and counselling support WHAT THE JOB OFFERS YOU: Rate of Pay: $24.82 per hour Working Hours: Rotating shifts 0600 to 1800 / 1800 to 0600 Location: 701 Oxford St, London Ontario WHAT WE EXPECT FROM OUR COMMSSIONAIRES: As a front-line representative of our company and client’s site you must be highly reliable, work well under pressure, able to work with minimal supervision, have the ability to multitask and be a professional who takes pride in your dress, deportment and performance at all times. We would like to thank all those who apply, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Commissionaires Great Lakes (CGL) is fully committed to abiding by all equal opportunity employment standards. Our employment policies strictly prohibit all forms of discrimination on any of the grounds in relevant laws. All our employment practices are solely based on individual merit and our organization's needs at the time

What you’ll do

The Security Dispatcher is responsible for monitoring intrusion alarm systems, managing access to military weapon vaults, and maintaining direct communication with emergency services. They also provide information and direction to military and civilian personnel while maintaining accurate incident logs.

Requirements

Candidates must possess an Ontario Secondary School Diploma, an Ontario Security Guard License, and a valid First Aid and CPR certificate. Applicants must also be able to obtain a Reliability Security Clearance, which requires a minimum of 5 years of residency in Canada.

Benefits

• Medical • Dental • Employee assistance program • Family assistance program • Coaching and counselling support

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multitasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.

• Security monitoring
• Alarm system operation
• Access control
• Communication
• Customer service
• Reception
• Administrative skills
• Computer literacy
• Incident reporting
• First aid
• CPR
• Multitasking
• Professionalism
• Support Services
• Security Guard License
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Administrative Functions
• Alarm Devices
• Customer Service
• Employee Assistance Programs
• English Language
• Fire Alarm Systems
• Memos
• Coaching
• Security Clearance

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Administrative
• Government & Public Sector
• Security Dispatcher
• Dispatcher
• Telephone Switchboard Operators
• Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance