Guard

Strathcona County; Sherwood Park; On-site; CAD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and wellness spending account

Employee and family assistance program

Commitment to employee development

Well-being programs

Job summary

Strathcona County in Alberta is hiring guards to operate from the Strathcona County RCMP Detachment, performing front-line custody duties, photographing prisoners, documenting effects, and serving meals per RCMP rules.

Role demands attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to work shift patterns ranging from 0 to 40 hours weekly, averaging around 12 hours. A high school diploma and First Aid/CPR certify readiness; physical stamina required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience.
• Familiarity with PROS or ability to learn quickly.
• Current First Aid and CPR certification.
• Ability to adapt to changing situations and exercise sound judgment.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Self-motivated, able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficient with computers in a networked environment.

Responsibilities

• Process prisoners on arrival, photograph, document personal effects, book them, and prepare meals.
• Monitor safety and well-being of prisoners in line with RCMP policies.
• Maintain cleanliness of holding cells, equipment, and supplies.
• Create and maintain property files; ensure proper disposal per RCMP procedures.
• Testify in court regarding prisoner management when required.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Independent work

Sound judgment

Adaptability

Proficient with computers

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

PROS

Job description

Operating from the Strathcona County RCMP Detachment, the Guard plays a critical front-line role inmaintainingthe safety, security, and care of detainees while in custody. This position requires strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to respond effectively in a dynamic, high-responsibility environment, ensuring all activities align with RCMP policies and procedures.

This posting is for up to 2 hourly positions

Hours for this position will vary based on operational needs, ranging from 0 to 40 hours per week, with an average of 12 hours per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process prisoners upon arrival, including taking photographs, documenting personal effects, completing prisoner booking documentation, and preparing and serving meals
• Monitor and ensure the safety and well-being of all prisoners at all timesin accordance withRCMP policies and procedures
• Maintain cleanliness of holding cell facilities, equipment, and supplies
• Create andmaintainfound property files, ensuring proper storage and disposalin accordance withRCMP policies and procedures
• Testify in courtregardingprisoner management whenrequired
  

Qualificationsand Skills:

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Familiarity with PROS; PROS access or the ability to quickly learn the system is considered an asset
• Current First Aid and CPR certification
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and exercise sound judgment in emergency situations
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong interpersonal abilities
• Proficient with computers in a networked environment

Conditions of Employment:

• Ability to obtain an RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
• Availability to work shift work
• Ability toperform physical labour as part of the job duties and stand/walk for extended periods of time
  

Who We Are:

Strathcona County is a specialized municipality located in the heart of Alberta. Our vision is to become Canada’s most livable community, where our workplace culture and identity are supported by our people plan and values of integrity, respect, safety, collaboration, and accountability.

Why Join Strathcona County:

• Competitive salary
• Health and wellness spending account
• Employee and family assistance program
• Commitment to employee development, through internal and external training and development opportunities
• Well-being programs and a safety culture focused on physical and psychological health in the workplace

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.

Strathcona County is committed to an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace that represents the community we serve. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute diverse perspectives and experiences.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.