Corporate Security Officer - Canada Summer Job Grant (London)

***This position is 8-weeks in length and is funded by the Canada Summer Job Grant

Corporate Security Officer 

Goodwill is hiring, join our growing organization today! We are looking for people just like YOU!

The Corporate Security Officer will be responsible to safeguard the organization against risk including protecting company assets, maintaining and improving the organizations revenue streams and ensuring the security and safety for employees, customers, clients and visitors.

If you have a passion for security, making a difference in your community, helping people and the environment – come join Goodwill! We are a diverse and inclusive team dedicated to improving the lives of others through our mission of WORK.

We welcome all backgrounds, knowledge, abilities, and perspectives. We welcome newcomers to the region to apply.  Grow your career, skills and reach your full potential.  

About Us

Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes is a leading non-profit organization committed to changing lives and communities through the power of WORK. Ready to work or not, a job at Goodwill is a path to work readiness. Our organization strives to create a workplace which is welcoming and respectful to all where every employee and member feels valued and supported.

Mission:   

Changing Lives and communities through the power of WORK.  

Vision:   

Everyone is working and thriving in sustainable communities.  

Values:   

Inclusion: Embracing all people equally

Compassion: Serving with heart

Aspiring Workforce: Together changing lives through the power of WORK

Respect: Embracing diversity, upholding all people with dignity and trust

Empathy: Ability to walk in each other’s shoes 

 

Why You Will Love Goodwill:

Competitive Compensation Package includes:  

• Benefits (dental/health) available for full-time and some part-time positions (based on hours worked).
• Registered Pension Plan opportunity for various roles.
• Special employee sale days and discounts.

Exciting career training and coaching: 

• Equitable access to skills training & coaching, scholarships, and educational credentials. 

Supportive Life and Work Opportunities: 

• Personal and professional development support with Life Coach & Employee Assistance Program.
•  Work-life balance (we provide flexibility in scheduling your shifts)
• Building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the communities in which we live.

We have an amazing team and workplace: 

• Employer of choice across Southwestern Ontario who meets the Federal Government’s 50/30 challenge for diversity in leadership.
• Commitment to accessibility and mobility (various walking devices and wheelchair accessible work locations).
• Mission-driven organization committed to the Power of Work. 
• Environmentally committed to meeting our goal of zero waste on planet earth.
• Respectful, fun, and supportive team and leadership.
• Accredited through CARF International.

 What You Will Do:

• Assist protecting facilities through active monitoring of CCTV systems.
• Assist with reviewing incident reports, updating records and ensuring accuracy.
• Assist with investigating incidents relating to loss prevention, cash handling, inventory management, errors, theft, shoplifting, vandalism and fraudulent activity.
• Assist, when necessary with loss prevention incidents.
• Assist with audits of the Horton Street Corporate office for adherence to loss prevention policies, processes and programs to minimize operational risk and financial losses related to, but not limited to cash handling, inventory management, errors, theft, shoplifting, vandalism and fraudulent activity.
• Assist in creating standard operating procedures.
• Assist in site visits for audits, mystery shops, investigations.
• Assist in incident investigation process and ensure that relevant incident data is captured, reported, and analyzed to provide an accurate picture of incident patterns and trends.
• Assist in root cause analyses of incidents and assist with implementing prevention measures. 
• Participate with in-person and remote training sessions on loss prevention techniques, employee policies, procedures and risk mitigation.

 What We Are Looking For:

• Enthusiastic attitude: excited to work with other people and teams. 
• Flexibility: able to work at different times, including days, evenings, and weekends.
• Communication: clear and effective interacting with team members, contractors, and consultants to create a positive workplace.
• Problem solving: finding solutions to problems, being accurate, and using simple math i.e. counting, adding and subtraction.  
• Security Guard/Private Investigator license (or currently enrolled in an accredited Security/Law Enforcement program).
• Knowledge of various CCTV platforms.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Post secondary education related to loss prevention (or currently enrolled in an accredited Security/Law Enforcement program).
• Experience in various retail, office and warehouse environments. 
• Thorough knowledge of loss prevention laws and guidelines.
• Other loss prevention training/certifications, and program completions.
• Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment. Have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations.
• Between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment.

Goodwill Industries OGL thanks all applicants in advance. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. We are an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and work environment in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We will be happy to work with applicants requesting accommodation at any stage of the hiring process.