Commissionaires BC

RCMP Detention Guard

Become a Detention Guard at an RCMP Detachment and contribute to the well-being of your community.

If you are a responsible Canadian citizen with clear communications skills seeking flexible, part time community-enhancing work, then Commissionaires BC has the perfect job for you.

Commissionaires is Canada’s largest security organization. We provide complete security solutions that integrate highly trained personnel and technology. Our continued growth requires additional expertise to complement our team.

We are currently seeking responsible individuals to fill the position of Detention Guard – RCMP Detachment in a number of RCMP lock-ups locations throughout mainland BC. This is an ‘on call’ position and the successful candidate will monitor and safeguard persons in custody.

Responsibilities include:

• 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 (training provided);
• 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 cell doors are locked at all times);
• 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;
• 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.

Qualifications include:

• 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 an asset;
• 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;
• Refresher training provided to Detention Guard – RCMP Detachment in accordance with RCMP directives.

Guards must meet the above educational and training qualifications prior to commencement of Guard duties. Commissionaires will arrange training prior to hiring.

List of RCMP Detachments Throughout Mainland BC:

If you have questions call us at 877 322 6777 and ask to speak to our recruitment specialist.