Building Patrol (Casual) - Library 1

Date Posted: 09/22/2021
Req ID: 16942
Faculty/Division: Library
Department: Finance and Administration
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)

Description:

About Us:

The University of Toronto Libraries (UTL) system is the largest academic library in Canada and is consistently ranked in the top ten among academic research libraries in North America. The system consists of 42 libraries located on three university campuses: St. George, Mississauga, and Scarborough. This array of college libraries, special collections, and specialized libraries and information centres supports the teaching and research requirements of over 300 graduate programs, more than 70 professional programs, and about 700 undergraduate degree programs. In addition to more than 15 million volumes in 341 languages, the library system currently provides access to millions of electronic resources in various forms and over 31,000 linear metres of archival material. More than 150,000 new print volumes are acquired each year. UTL’s data centre houses more than 500 servers with a storage capacity of 1.5 petabytes.

Your Opportunity:

Our many libraries have become a vibrant hub where students, faculty and researchers meet to interact with librarians and expert staff, use collections and collaborate. Thousands of people visit Robarts Library on a busy day. Working in the Library and under the supervision of the Manager - Security, Health & Safety, the uniformed building patrol is responsible for, but not limited to, maintaining a safe and secure environment in the library community.

Typical Duties:

The following tasks are illustrative of the skills required and the extent of responsibility involved in this job. They in no way limit the incumbent to the tasks indicated.

• Timely opening/closing of assigned libraries for staff and patrons. This will include, but not be limited to, lighting, elevators, escalators, interior and exterior doors.

• Carries out instructions, investigation, recommendation with written reports at the end of each shift, relating to: a) library's safety, health, fire protection, personal safety and security; b) unauthorized persons, trespassers or loiterers; c) unsafe conditions in the libraries; d) deficient building maintenance; and e) other related duties.

• Provides first aid services to staff and patrons.

• Provides personal safety and security to library staff and patrons.

• Enforces applicable library and university policies and procedures.

• Provides general information and directional assistance to patrons.

• Promptly responds to portable radio calls, fire alarms and security alarms, and proficiently takes action.

• Patrols the library, as required, and liaises with the staff in the patrolled areas.

• Reports to and receives directives from the Duty Library Supervisor.

• Participates in library programs relating to health and safety, personal safety, security, fire prevention and general building maintenance.

• Promotes good personal safety and security practices to library staff and patrons.

• Attends regularly scheduled meetings and all mandatory training.

• Uses appropriate forms, logbooks and email when writing required reports.

• Wears designated uniform, carries security guard licence and maintains professionalism while on duty.

• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent. First Aid training required.

Experience:

At least one year of related experience is preferred. Previous experience in a position of trust. Customer service experience an asset.

Other:

• Must possess and maintain a valid Security Guard Licence issued by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services.

• Must possess and maintain Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification through a recognized provider.

• Must maintain a clean criminal record.

• Effective oral and written English communication skills

• Demonstrated good work performance and attendance record, and must be punctual.

• Must be tactful and conscientiously aware of good public relation protocols.

• Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively with library patrons and other employees. Must be confident and effective in working alone, responsible, mature and decisive.

Notes

Rate of Pay - $15.00/hour

There are multiple positions being recruited for.

This position is part of the CUPE 3261 Casual Collective Agreement.

Closing Date: 10/15/2021, 11:59PM ET Open Until Filled
Employee Group: Hourly
Appointment Type: Budget - Casual
Schedule:
Pay Scale Group & Hiring Zone:
Job Category: Campus Police

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All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

Diversity Statement
The University of Toronto is strongly committed to diversity within its community and especially welcomes applications from racialized persons / persons of colour, women, Indigenous / Aboriginal People of North America, persons with disabilities, LGBTQ2S+ persons, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see http://uoft.me/UP.

Accessibility Statement
The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

If you require any accommodations at any point during the application and hiring process, please contact uoft.careers@utoronto.ca.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

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