Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Barbara Ellenberger

Scarborough,ON

Summary

Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at GardaWorld, excelling in CCTV monitoring and emergency response. Proven track record in enhancing safety protocols and managing contractor access. Skilled in report writing and problem-solving, ensuring seamless operations and effective communication across teams. Committed to maintaining high security standards and fostering a secure environment.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Site Supervisor - Day Shift - 305 Milner Ave

GardaWorld
Scarborough, ON
01.2022 - 02.2025
  • Reviewed and approved all reports submitted by on-site security personnel.
  • Maintained ongoing communication with Property Management, addressing emails, memos, and directives.
  • Coordinated contractor access, elevator use, conference room bookings, and special events via after-hours memos.
  • Collaborated with Property Management on construction projects and site-specific security protocols.
  • Arranged additional security coverage for operations and special events as required.
  • Produced monthly guard coverage schedules, factoring in vacation and PTO requests.
  • Updated Site Standing Orders to align with Property Management and company standards.
  • Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety compliance and responded to emergencies.

Rotation Shift Security Guard - 305 Milner Ave

GardaWorld
Scarborough, ON
05.2014 - 12.2022
  • Conducted routine patrols of the building and surrounding property to ensure safety and security compliance.
  • Issued and tracked access cards and keys for cleaners and contractors.
  • Assisted tenants and their guests after hours and on weekends, ensuring smooth access and visitor management.
  • Performed bypass and restore operations on the fire panel as needed.
  • Conducted nightly key audits and performed weekly checks on elevator intercom systems.
  • Managed conference room bookings, including coordinating guest floor access and entry procedures.
  • Escalated and reported building emergencies such as fire alarms, power failures, floods, and leaks to appropriate contacts.
  • Responsible for opening and closing building entrances during shift changes or special access times.
  • Documented all patrols and incidents in detailed written reports.

Special Duties:

  • Assigned by Site Supervisor to clean out filing cabinets, remove obsolete memos, and relabel documentation for efficiency.
  • Assisted in drafting duties and procedures for the official Site Training Manual.
  • Conducted detailed monthly key audits and promptly reported discrepancies to the Site Supervisor.

Security Guard - Avivia

Paragon Protection
Scarborough, ON
12.2012 - 03.2014
  • Monitored cameras to enhance security across all Aviva offices in Canada.
  • Assisted with alarm monitoring, ensuring prompt response to security incidents.
  • Provided customer service support, addressing inquiries and resolving issues efficiently.
  • Issued contractor cards to authorized personnel, maintaining access control protocols.

Security Site Supervisor - 3085 Bloor S. W

Paragon Protection
Toronto, ON
01.2008 - 01.2011
  • Programmed building and parking fobs for resident access management.
  • Executed parcel distribution to residents efficiently.
  • Escalated building maintenance issues to property management for timely resolution.
  • Maintained forms, standing orders, and equipment inventory.
  • Configured front door entry phone systems for residents' convenience.
  • Processed realtor requests for units on sale in accordance with procedures.
  • Welcomed visitors and ensured proper check-in protocols.
  • Conducted inspections of party room facilities in coordination with resident bookings.

Site Supervisor - 5140 Yonge St.

Paragon Protection
Toronto, ON
09.1999 - 01.2007
  • Monitored CCTV cameras to enhance building security vigilance.
  • Coordinated elevator bookings for efficient access management.
  • Executed fire alarm response protocols to maintain safety standards.
  • Maintained comprehensive security filing systems for accurate record-keeping.
  • Fire Panel bypasses.

Security Site Supervisor - 33 Bloor St. E

Paragon Protection
Toronto, Ontario
10.1994 - 02.1999
  • Monitored CCTV systems consistently to enhance situational awareness and proactively respond to security concerns.
  • Coordinated elevator bookings to manage tenant and contractor access efficiently and without disruption.
  • Programmed building access cards, ensuring only authorized personnel were granted entry.
  • Executed fire alarm response procedures in accordance with site safety protocols and emergency response plans.
  • Maintained an organized and up-to-date security filing system for efficient documentation and record-keeping.
  • Arranged for additional security guard coverage during high-traffic events, emergencies, or staffing shortages to ensure continuous site protection.

Site Supervisor - Bank of Nova Scotia

Paragon Protection
Toronto, Ontario
04.1992 - 10.1994
  • Conducted daily patrols to ensure safety and security across two sites.
  • Managed programming of access cards to maintain secure entry protocols.
  • Monitored access card activities and reader doors to prevent unauthorized access.
  • Facilitated three-tier training for positions: guard, backup shift supervisor, and shift supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Timothy Eaton BTI
Scarborough, Ontario
06-1984

Skills

  • CCTV monitoring using Avigilon
  • Access control with Johnson Controls
  • Emergency response
  • Security protocols
  • Report writing
  • Contractor management
  • Schedule management
  • Problem solving
  • Otis computer program

Certification

  • First Aid and AED Certificate
  • WHIMIS
  • Cyber Security course through GardaWorld.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Site Supervisor - Day Shift - 305 Milner Ave

GardaWorld
01.2022 - 02.2025

Rotation Shift Security Guard - 305 Milner Ave

GardaWorld
05.2014 - 12.2022

Security Guard - Avivia

Paragon Protection
12.2012 - 03.2014

Security Site Supervisor - 3085 Bloor S. W

Paragon Protection
01.2008 - 01.2011

Site Supervisor - 5140 Yonge St.

Paragon Protection
09.1999 - 01.2007

Security Site Supervisor - 33 Bloor St. E

Paragon Protection
10.1994 - 02.1999

Site Supervisor - Bank of Nova Scotia

Paragon Protection
04.1992 - 10.1994

High School Diploma -

Timothy Eaton BTI
Barbara Ellenberger