Jobs at UJA Federation of Greater Toronto (Now Hiring) — 6 open

Established in 2024, the Jewish Security Network (JSN) is an independent security agency dedicated to empowering the Jewish community to proactively safeguard itself. Working in partnership with law enforcement and other security organizations, JSN promotes a culture of personal responsibility, vigilance, and preparedness.

A key area of focus for JSN is event security planning. As the number and scope of community events continue to grow, JSN is expanding its Event Security team and is seeking to add an Assistant Manager, Event Security to support the delivery of safe, well-coordinated, and effective security operations.

This position reports to the Senior Manager of Event Security and supports the planning and execution of security operations across a high-volume event environment. This role ensures the smooth and safe execution of security plans for events. This position requires a strong attention to detail, ability to collaborate with stake holders and availability during evenings and weekends. The salary for this position is $75,000 plus benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a system that receives event security requests.
• Review event requests and manager them at campus or community level.
• Prioritize and attend site visits with Senior Manager
• Provide recommendations and feedback for Senior Manager Review
• Communicate with Security Operations Centre, Law Enforcement
• Lead Volunteers as needed
• Collaborate with Training and Volunteer Department
• Write reports on each event
• Participate in After Action Reports
• Develop security plans
• Supervise guard forces, support paid duty officers and adjust security posture as conditions evolve.

Mandatory

• Valid Ontario Security Guard Licence in good standing.
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in security operations, law enforcement, military, or a related protective services field.
• Demonstrated experience supervising personnel.
• Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce clear writing.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and variable hours based on need.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience in law enforcement, military, emergency management, public safety, or a related discipline.
• Experience supporting or managing event security operations.
• Familiarity with Ontario legislation relevant to security operations, including the Trespass to Property Act and Private Security and Investigative Services Act (PSISA).
• Basic understanding of risk assessment principles and access control procedures.
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Sound judgment under pressure.
• Responsible, self-driven, proactive and Independent
• Comfortable in giving direction
• Computer and Microsoft Literate (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• CRM Experience an asset
• Adaptable. You can move from a casual to formal environment with ease.
• A calm and diplomatic demeanour.
• Strong situational awareness.
• Professional discretion and confidentiality.
• Commitment to growth and long-term development in security leadership.

If you are looking for a career path rather than a job, and you are prepared to earn responsibility through performance, we would like to speak with you. If you lack any of the above, but can provide compelling evidence of your suitability, you should apply.

To apply for this position, please send your cover letter and resume to [email protected].

Our sincere appreciation to all those expressing interest in this position, however, only those applicants invited for an interview will be contacted. No recruiters please.

JSN is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization. We adhere to barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please notify us and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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