Detention Guard - RCMP Comox Cells

Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian security provider is seeking employees for various shifts at the Comox Valley RCMP Cells. Responsibilities include monitoring prisoners, liaising with officers, and maintaining security and health standards. Candidates must hold a valid BC security worker's license and an Emergency Level First Aid certification. The starting wage is $24.15/hr along with numerous benefits.

Benefits

Free and paid training programs

Opportunities for advancement

Extended health, dental, and vision coverage

Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement

Safety boot reimbursement and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Willingness to undergo training as required.
• Conscientious, enthusiastic, and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Liaise with officers during the Book-in process of prisoners.
• Conduct Lawyer calling and transfer to prisoners when required.
• Monitor prisoners for security, health, and well-being.

Skills

Alertness

Communication in English and/or French

Ability to work independently

Physical fitness

Discretion

Education

Valid BC security worker's license

Emergency Level First Aid and CPR qualification

Job description

Ready to make a difference? Join Canada’s premier security company. As a not-for-profit, over 90% of our revenue reinvested into our team members and voted as one of Forbes Canada’s Top Employers for 2025, we demonstrate our commitment to our employees and community.

With over 22,000 employees nationwide and over 800 employees serving across Vancouver Island and Yukon, we provide customized solutions to meet the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. Our services include uniformed guard services, mobile response and support, by-law enforcement, and identification services.

At Commissionaires, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Join us and be part of a great team where your contributions are recognized and valued. Together, we play a critical role in protecting the safety and security of Canadians.

Make a difference!

Location: Comox Valley RCMP Cells

Working hours: Various shifts available (Day, Afternoons, Evenings and Nights)

Reports to: Site Supervisor or Client Services Manager

Starting Wage: $24.15/hr

Job Responsibilities

• Liaise with officers to complete C-13 during the Book-in process of Prisoners.
• Conduct Lawyer calling and transfer to prisoners when connected to Lawyer for officers during the book in process.
• When required by officers retrieve Photo’s from the I-book system for investigational purposes and send to officer.
• Fingerprint Prisoner during Book In process with officer present.
• Fingerprint Undertaking scheduled clients with officer present.
• Organize and Maintain Undertaking Fingerprint schedule.
• Serve as Court scheduler for first appearance dates on officer’s undertakings.
• Manage and maintain proper Court documents that apply to prisoners with their C-13 while in Custody and prepare for sheriffs when required.
• When called upon by the Courts. Attend Court for Witness purposes as required.
• Complete Disposition forms and organize for storing prisoner effects when Sheriffs are unable to take when prisoner is going to VIRCC.
• Maintain and Upkeep Donation Clothing for Prisoner use when their clothing is substandard.
• Organize Cleaner cellblock to do list at end of shift.
• Food Log tracking of prisoner intake daily.
• Order Medications from Pharmacy for prisoners as necessary and liaise with Watch Commander for Pick up.
• Prepare Showers for prisoners when required.
• Conduct Escort Duties of Contractors throughout the building as required.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess, monitor, and determine prisoners’ responsiveness frequently and at irregular intervals. Note all observations. If in doubt seek medical help.
• Monitor all prisoners to ensure their security, health and well being.
• Constantly monitor prisoners known to have or suspected of having suicidal tendencies and/or prisoners that have been examined by a medically trained professional.
• Assist an RCMP member when required to search prisoners.
• Ensure all personnel effects removed from prisoners by RCMP are properly secured.
• Organize meals for prisoners as required.
• Handle and dispense prisoner medication as directed by RCMP.
• Record prisoner activity and maintain the prisoner activity logbook.
• Watch prisoners while in hospital when and as directed by RCMP.
• Perform prisoner escort duties when and as directed by RCMP.
• Maintain cell block security.
• Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance.
• Perform light and emergency cleaning and maintenance duties that go to the custody protection and welfare of prisoners.
• Conduct searches of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated.
• Record and report any damages or repairs of fixtures and fittings within Cell Block.
• Ensure cell block keys are tagged and stored safely.
• Handle and dispense laundry items as required.
• Monitor fire safety and be fully conversant with fire orders.
• Perform other duties particular to the Detachment as laid out in the Unit Supplemental Orders.

Behaviors, Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ability to remain alert while on duty.
• Ability to work in a range of weather conditions throughout shift.
• Possess or be willing to obtain a valid BC security worker's license.
• Must hold current Emergency Level First Aid and CPR qualification.
• Able to read and write either English and/or French.
• Work effectively with other people.
• Ability to remain in control under trying conditions.
• Capacity to be discrete.
• Willingness to undergo training as required.
• Willingness to accept responsibility.
• Capacity to work independently.
• Adequate physical condition.
• Conscientious, enthusiastic, and reliable.

Benefits and Perks

• Free and paid training programs.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• A variety of shifts to maximize work-life balance!
• Exclusive partnership rates with BMO, Bell, and Hero Travel program
• Recognition and reward programs.
• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Free uniform and dry-cleaning reimbursement.
• Safety boot reimbursement and PPE provided (as applicable).

Do you have a valid First Aid Certificate? If yes, which one?

Are you a Veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces and/or RCMP?

Are you available for various days, afternoons and overnight shifts on-call as needed?

Have you received both COVID-19 vaccinations?

Do you have a valid BC Security License?

Have you been living in Canada for the last 10 years?

Do you have a criminal record for which a pardon/record suspension has not been granted?

Are you currently located in the posted job location?

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