Job Description

The Canadian Opera House Corporation, affiliated with the Canadian Opera Company, is now accepting
applications for the part-time position of Security Guard at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts
located at 145 Queen St. W. Toronto. This opportunity will appeal to a confident individual with exceptional
customer service and communication skills. The hours of work will vary covering day, evening and night shifts,
and include weekends and statutory holidays.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform and maintain access control for stage door entrance and emergency exits
• Alarm monitoring and responding to duress alarms, intrusion alarms and door alarms
• Key management control including daily key audits and main key ledgers
• Report writing such as daily incident and occurrence reports and daily memo-book reporting
• Monitoring and surveillance of cameras
• Patrol common areas such as box office, mechanical areas, entrances, restricted areas and building

perimeter

• Perform and assist with emergency response as outlined in the Health and Safety Manual
• Follow procedures as outlined in the Building Fire Safety plan
• Execute duties at all times in a manner consistent with safe working practices and the Occupational Health &

Safety Act

• Perform and execute duties in accordance with the department policies and procedures

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• All applicants must be in possession of a valid Ontario Security Guard Licence and have a current First

Aid/CPR/Defibrillator certification

• Minimum two years' security experience working in a fast-paced environment
• Operating knowledge of Fire Panel
• Operating knowledge of card-access control software
• Work a minimum of 3 overnight weekend shifts per month
• Ability to provide exceptional customer service and strong communication skills
• Previous report writing experience
• Ability to handle typical and crisis situations in a confident and professional manner
• Team player with a friendly demeanor
• Ability to work under minimal supervision
• Ability to sit for extended periods of time and climb stairs
• Ability to work with a high volume of staff, patrons and the general public

ABOUT THE CANADIAN OPERA COMPANY
Based in Toronto, the Canadian Opera Company is the largest producer of opera in Canada and one of the
largest in North America. General Director Perryn Leech joined the company in 2021, forming a leadership team
with Music Director Johannes Debus and Deputy General Director Christie Darville. The COC enjoys a loyal
audience including a dedicated base of subscribers, and has an international reputation for artistic excellence
and creative innovation. Its diverse repertoire includes new commissions and productions, local and
international collaborations with leading opera companies and festivals, and attracts the world's foremost
Canadian and international artists. The COC Academy is an incubator for the future of the art form, nurturing
Canada's new wave of opera creators with customized training and support. The COC performs in its own opera
house, the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts, hailed internationally as one of the finest in the world.
For more information, visit coc.ca
APPLICATION PROCESS
Please email resumes with a cover letter to:
Christian Coulter, Associate Director, Facilities Management, Canadian Opera House Corporation.
KathleenM@coc.ca
Only applications received by September 09, 2022 will be considered . The COC thanks, in advance, all
applicants; however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
The Canadian Opera Company is committed to providing accommodations for people with disabilities in all parts
of the hiring process. If you require an accommodation, please let us know and we will work with you to meet
your needs.