Province

Newfoundland & Labrador

City/Town

St. John's

Closing Date

May 23, 2026

Hours

Summer Position

THE ROLE:
Commissionaires NL provides Security Services to the City of St. John’s. We are looking for a security guards to work in Bannerman Park during the hours of 8:00am-10:00pm.

WHO WE ARE

Commissionaires NL is the province’s not-for-profit provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. We are an independent member of Commissionaires Canada, our parent federation employing over 22,000 nationwide. We exist to provide meaningful employment for veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP, their families, and anyone else who wants to contribute to the security and well-being of Newfoundland & Labrador.

We are recognized with global certifications for our exceptional customer service, management standards, and environmental stewardship.

WHAT WE OFFER

A sought-after employer and community partner, we can help you achieve your goals through challenging work, professional development, and career advancement opportunities. We strive to continually improve and leverage technology to support our growing customer base across Newfoundland & Labrador.

THE BENEFITS:
Higher-than-industry pay rates

Health & drug benefits for eligible employees

Free uniforms and equipment

High-quality, formal, and on-job training

Advancement opportunities within a large, national organization

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Access control

Patrols of Bannerman Park

Securing locations as required

Comply with Post Orders

Protecting people, property and information.

WHO WE’RE SEEKING

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:
Be professional, reliable and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment

Be able to communicate effectively

Be able to obtain a Clear Police Conduct & Vulnerable Sector Check

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS:
The selected candidate will be professional and detail driven individual with a strong work ethic and “can do” attitude. Both physical and mental fitness is required. This often involves working in all types of environment conditions at varying times throughout the day or night.

Key qualifications and skills to be successful include but are not limited to:

Mental alertness with ability to:
React calmly, quickly, and appropriately in any crisis

Concentrate and remain alert

Communicate observed characteristics/behaviours

Demonstrate problem-solving and sound judgement

Superior attention to detail with very good verbal communication skills

Excellent customer service skills

Have the knowledge and ability to use Microsoft Office & Google Products, use of email including attaching photos, documents, opening and saving documents.

Report Writing – must be able to write clear, concise and fact-based report. Be proficient, and able to comprehend, express all written communication.

READY TO JOIN US?

Commissionaires NL is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applicants from equity seeking communities to self-identify.

We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.