Overnight High-Risk Retail Security Specialist (HANDS ON)

BARRY ENTERPRISES PROTECTION AND SECURITY SERVICES
NOW HIRING HIGH LEVEL SECURITY PROFESSIONALS

Overnight High-Risk Retail Security Specialist

Company Overview

Barry Enterprises Protection & Security Services is an Alberta-based security firm delivering structured, high-accountability security solutions across Alberta and beyond. We specialize in high-risk retail security, asset protection, crime prevention, and proactive security operations.

Our officers work in demanding environments where professionalism, confidence, and sound judgment are essential. We protect our clients’ people, property, and reputation through disciplined execution and decisive action.

Our standard is simple: proactive prevention, professional enforcement, and operational excellence.

Contract Position Overview

Barry Enterprises Protection & Security Services is seeking a Full-Time Overnight High-Risk Retail Security Specialist for one of our busiest retail locations.

This is a hands-on position requiring officers who are confident, physically capable, and comfortable engaging directly with members of the public, individuals involved in criminal activity, and persons experiencing addiction or mental health challenges.

You will be expected to make sound decisions under pressure, remain calm during volatile situations, and work closely with Calgary Police Service (CPS), EMS, and store management.

Professionalism, confidence, and accountability are non-negotiable.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct continuous interior and exterior patrols throughout the property.

Actively deter theft, shoplifting, vandalism, break-ins, and other criminal activity.

Approach suspicious individuals professionally to investigate suspicious behaviour and enforce client policies.

Issue trespass notices and lawfully remove unauthorized individuals from the property when required.

Escort disruptive, intoxicated, or trespassed individuals from the premises using approved procedures and only reasonable force when legally authorized and necessary.

Conduct lawful citizen’s arrests when appropriate and authorized under Canadian law and company policy.

Respond to disturbances, aggressive behaviour, assaults, thefts, medical emergencies, overdoses, and other critical incidents.

Work closely with Calgary Police Service, EMS, Calgary Fire Department, and other emergency responders during investigations and emergencies.

Interact respectfully and professionally with individuals experiencing addiction, homelessness, or mental health challenges while utilizing de-escalation techniques whenever possible.

Monitor high-risk areas, loading docks, entrances, emergency exits, and parking lots.

Complete thorough, accurate, and time-stamped reports documenting all incidents, arrests, trespasses, use-of-force incidents, and daily activities.

Maintain constant radio communication with supervisors and client representatives.

Provide a highly visible, professional presence that deters criminal activity before it occurs.

Contractor Requirements

Applicants must possess:

• Valid Alberta Security Services and Investigators Act (SSIA) Security Licence.
• Previous experience in high-risk retail security, loss prevention, hospital security, corrections, law enforcement, or similar environments.
• Excellent communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Strong situational awareness and sound decision-making abilities.
• Confidence working independently during overnight hours.
• Ability to remain calm during violent or high-stress situations.
• Reliable transportation.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Standard First Aid & CPR
• Use of Force Certification
• Handcuff Certification
• Defensive Tactics Training
• Crisis Intervention or Verbal De-escalation Training
• CCTV Monitoring Experience
• Loss Prevention Experience

What Sets You Apart

You are confident engaging people face-to-face.

You do not avoid difficult situations—you manage them professionally.

You understand that communication is your first tool, and enforcement is your last.

You maintain composure under pressure and make sound decisions in dynamic environments.

You represent Barry Enterprises Protection & Security Services with professionalism, integrity, and confidence on every shift.

Contract Terms

This is a full-time independent contractor position, primarily consisting of overnight shifts, including weekends and statutory holidays as required by client operations.

Contractors are expected to maintain the highest professional standards while performing services in accordance with Barry Enterprises Protection & Security Services’ policies, client expectations, and all applicable laws.

Join Our Team

If you are looking for a challenging, fast-paced security role where no two nights are the same, we want to hear from you.

Join Barry Enterprises Protection & Security Services and become part of a team that takes a proactive approach to crime prevention, public safety, and protecting our clients through professionalism, vigilance, and decisive action.

Protect the Standard.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Casual

Pay: $17.00-$20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Vision care
• Wellness program

Experience:

• Protection & Security: 2 years (required)
• Client Services: 2 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Alberta Security License (required)
• USE OF FORCE (required)

Work Location: In person