Commissionaires BC

Overview

In over 62 BC communities, RCMP Guards monitor and safeguard persons in custody.

Job Profile

• Monitor all prisoners to ensure their security and well being;
• Observe and check prisoners frequently and irregularly;
• Assist RCMP member when required to search prisoners;
• Organize meals, record prisoner activity and maintain a prisoner activity logbook;
• Watch prisoners while in hospital when required;
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance;
• Record and report any damages or repairs to cells;
• Conduct searches of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated;
• Maintain cellblock security;
• Ensure cellblock keys are tagged and stored safely;
• Ensure all personal effects removed from prisoners are properly secured;
• Monitor fire safety and be fully conversant with fire orders;
• Perform escort duties as required for specific detachments;
• Handle and dispense laundry items;
• Under the supervision of the RCMP Officer, dispense approved prescription medications to persons in custody; and
• Perform other duties particular to that station or detachment as outlined in the Unit.

At a minimum, Guards must meet the following educational and training qualifications prior to commencement of Guard duties.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak in English or French as appropriate;
• Bilingual Guards may be required for some communities;
• Fluency in a local First Nation’s dialect would be an asset;
• Basic level computer skills, where required;
• Vision: Visual standards are RCMP-V4 (eye glasses permitted);
• Hearing: Auditory standards are RCMP-H3 (hearing aids are not permitted);
• Able to use both hands;
• Occasionally required to manipulate/lift up to 20 kg;
• Able to bend at the waist and climb stairs without restrictions or the use of assistive devices; and
• Valid level one First Aid Certificate c/w Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.

Required Training

• Duty-specific Guard training provided to successful candidates prior to commencement of Guard duties; and
• Refresher training provided to RCMP Guards in accordance with RCMP directives.

Application Procedure

If you would enjoy working with our team of committed professionals, please complete our online application form.

In accordance with our mandate, applicants with service in the Canadian Forces or RCMP will be given preference, however, all qualified applicants will be considered.

We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.