Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 1, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,494
Employers: 479

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.16Across 253 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $66,127Across 65 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%4 listings
Hybrid: 4%102 listings
On-site: 95%2,367 listings

Not specified: 1% (21 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (419), Walmart Canada (193), Walmart (169).

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These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Risk Management Analyst
CityofOttawa
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Commissionaires Great Lakes
Toronto, ON
- Part-time
…the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed guard, mobile response…
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Security Guard - Spare - Hamilton
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Hamilton, ON
- Part-time
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- Full-time
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Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Saint John, NB
- Full-time
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City of Saint John
Saint John, NB
- Full-time
…for maintaining law and order and protecting members of the public. Police officers build relationships with community members and work collaboratively with them to solve problems and…
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Security Guard - Federal Government Auxiliary Guarding
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Victoria, BC
- Full-time
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Brandon, MB
- Full-time
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Toronto, ON · North York, ON
- $19 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Asset Protection Associate
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ON · Simcoe, ON
- Full-time
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Securitas Canada
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Saint John, NB
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Security Guard - Pharmaceutical/Government/Real Estate/Utilities and Energy
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Toronto, ON
- Full-time
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Security Officer
Playtime Casino
Wasaga Beach, ON
- Part-time
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GardaWorld
Toronto, ON · North York, Onta
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Campus Security Guard
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AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Tactical Security Guard, Parking Enforcement (Full-time)
GardaWorld
Peterborough, ON
- Full-time
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GardaWorld
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- Part-time
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Chances

Security Officer

Canada

Wage: $20.37 · Part-time

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Job details

Pay: Wage: $20.37
Job type: Part-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 19, 2026

Original job description

Job Type: Part-Time

Wage: $20.37

The Gateway to Your Future

As the Security Officer, you oversee security throughout the casino, ensuring guests and employees are secure and protected at all times. In this key role, you will help create a comfortable environment where others feel the assuring calm of your presence. Internally, you will protect the company from theft and/or fraud, while delivering a rock-solid commitment to customer service.

At all times, you are aware of the gaming operations and will work under provincial gaming regulations and comply with all applicable laws, policies and procedures. This exciting opportunity at a national company offers you the chance to nourish and grow your career with the promise of an excellent benefits package and competitive salary for full-time employees.

We Provide

Full benefits package for full-time employees
Retirement savings plan
Exciting, supportive and fun work environment
Family and friends discounts on travel, tech, food, beverage, and fitness
Development and training opportunities

Key Responsibilities

Maintain a presence on the gaming floor and be able to respond to guest inquiries quickly.
Control access to the facility and particularly to sensitive areas.
Monitor alarm panels and control and issue keys.
Write reports, maintain a daily log and conduct investigations.
Provide First Aid and medical attention as required.

What You Bring

Minimum 6 months experience in a security role.
Proven, high level of customer service.
Detail-orientated and organized nature.
Solid analytical and communication skills, both written and verbal.
Current First Aid/CPR certification.
Ability to obtain registration as a Category 2 Gaming Assistant with the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario.
Sensitive in dealing with people and proactive in providing solutions.
Good judgment and understanding of casino operations.
Experience with computers and surveillance equipment.
Benefit from working flexible hours, evenings, and weekends.
Completion of Gaming Security Officer (GSO) training/exam prior to start (employer will sponsor) OR valid BC Security License and completion of Gaming Security Officer (GSO) training/exam within 90 days of start in B.C.
ProTect and Deal Us Security Staff Training program completion within 30 days of start in Alberta.
Completion of Serving It Right (BC)/ Proserve (Alberta)/ Smart Serve (Ontario) certificate prior to start date
Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
Capacity to physically restrain and secure individuals using prescribed techniques.
Social perceptiveness and good vision to identify people.

Why Work With Us?

Gateway celebrates and empowers our team members, who make it all possible. A career at Gateway means working with great people, being recognized for your unique contribution and career advancement opportunities across our 27 locations. Our employees thrive with ongoing training and leadership programs while working in a dynamic and fun environment. See for yourself what it’s like to be on a team that values your vision, skill and energy.

Get to Know Gateway

Gateway Casinos & Entertainment Limited (“Gateway”) is one of the largest and most diversified gaming and entertainment companies in Canada. Across its 27 gaming properties in British Columbia, Ontario and Edmonton, Alberta, Gateway currently employs approximately 8,648 people and boasts approximately 448 table games (including 49 poker tables), 13,887 slots, 85 restaurants and bars and 561 hotel rooms. Gateway is the service provider for the Central, Southwest and North gaming Bundles in Ontario, which includes 11 properties in their portfolio. A multi-pronged growth strategy has seen Gateway diversify and expand its product offering, including developing proprietary casino and restaurant brands, dramatically improving the gaming customer experience while attracting new customers. Some of Gateway's proprietary brands include Match Eatery & Public House, Atlas Steak + Fish and the new Halley's Club. In 2017, Gateway celebrated 25 years in the business of gaming and entertainment in Canada. Further information is available at www.gatewaycasinos.com.

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Gateway is a proud equal opportunity employer and dedicates itself to Respect, Integrity, Team-Work and Exceptional Customer Service. We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier free candidate experience and work environment. If you require accommodation at any point during the recruitment and selection process, please let us know.

This job posting is for an existing vacancy.

Gateway does not utilize any form of artificial intelligence (AI) in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.

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Responsibilities

Monitor casino security, respond to guest inquiries, control access to the facility and sensitive areas, and operate alarm panels and key controls. Maintain logs and reports, conduct investigations, and provide first aid or medical assistance when needed.

Requirements

Requires at least six months of security experience, strong customer service, communication, analytical, and organizational skills, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Candidates must meet applicable gaming and provincial training or licensing requirements, be able to work flexible hours, and be capable of standing, walking, and physically restraining individuals.

Skills

Security Monitoring
Access Control
Customer Service
Incident Reporting
Investigations
First Aid
CPR
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Analytical Skills
Organization
Judgment
Casino Operations
Computer Skills
Surveillance Equipment
Physical Restraint

Benefits

Full Benefits Package For Full-Time Employees
Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Discounts On Travel, Technology, Food, Beverage, And Fitness
Development And Training Opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Casino Security
Gaming Floor
Access Control
Alarm Panels
Key Control
Security Logs
Incident Reports
Investigations
First Aid
CPR
Category 2 Gaming Assistant
Alcohol And Gaming Commission Of Ontario
Gaming Security Officer Training
BC Security License
ProTect
Deal Us Security Staff Training
Serving It Right
ProServe
Smart Serve
Surveillance Equipment
Gaming Regulations
Customer Service
Physical Restraint

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