Guard

Surrey Police Service; Surrey; On-site; CAD 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Surrey Police Service (SPS) invites applications for a Regular Full-Time Cell Guard. The role monitors prisoners via CCTV, assists with meals, and maintains detailed records including logs and incident reports.

You will respond to inquiries and support fellow staff while ensuring adherence to SPS procedures. The ideal candidate communicates well, stays calm in emergencies, and holds a Grade 12 or equivalent with Emergency First Aid and CPR-C with AED certification.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills and calm under pressure.
• Good observational skills, attention to detail, and familiarity with SPS systems.
• Must obtain and maintain police security clearance and polygraph examination.

Responsibilities

• Uses closed-circuit TV to monitor prisoners' well-being.
• Prepares and serves meals to prisoners.
• Maintains daily records, prisoner logs, meal counts, and incident reports.
• Handles inquiries about jail procedures and prisoners in custody.
• Provides information to supervisors and officers and supports staff.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Emergency First Aid and CPR-C with AED certification

Job description

10-16-2026

Cell Guard

Regular,Full Time

Surrey PoliceService (SPS) is Surrey’s new municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024,SPS became the police of jurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and commandfor policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policingwith innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an excitingtime as SPS continues to expand our team with talented people who want to helpshape the future of policing in Surrey. To date we’ve hired over 550 policeofficers and over 450 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of thelargest independent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has beenintentional about building a culture that is inclusive, respectful andsupportive, with a strong focus on employee wellness and career development.

POSITION OVERVIEW

SurreyPolice Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for a Regular Full-Time CellGuard. The Cell Guard is responsible for monitoring prisoners' well-being usingclosed-circuit TV, preparing and serving meals, and maintaining detailedrecords, including prisoner logs and incident reports. This role ensures properdocumentation, responds to inquiries about jail procedures, and providesinformation to superiors and Surrey Police Service (SPS) officers. Additionalduties include monitoring supplies, reporting cell maintenance needs, assistingin emergency first aid, and supporting fellow staff.

The idealcandidate has strong communication skills, follows SPS policies and procedures,and remains calm in emergencies. They possess excellent observational skills,attention to detail, and proficiency with photographic and computer equipment,including SPS policing systems. Knowledge of the legal system, safetyregulations, and SPS operations is an asset. Physical strength, stamina, andpolice security clearance are required.

Schedule /Hours of Work

Theanticipated schedule for this position is 40 hours per week, following arotating shift pattern of four days on followed by four days off. Each shift is12 hours long, with each rotation including two-day shifts and two-nightshifts.Please note, the hours aresubject to change based on operational needs and adherence to the CollectiveAgreement.

• Uses closedcircuit TV in cells to check prisoners' physical condition.
• Prepares andserves meals to prisoners.
• Maintainsdaily records, including prisoner log, meal counts, and incident reports.
• Ensurescompleted documentation is attached to C-13 prisoner forms.
• Handlesinquiries related to the jail procedures and prisoners in custody.
• Providesinformation to superiors and Surrey Police Service (SPS) police officersregarding prisoners.
• Monitors andmaintains supplies.
• Advisessupervisor of necessary cell maintenance.
• Assists infirst aid on prisoners in emergency situations.
• Assists otherstaff in performing their duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful completion ofGrade 12, or equivalent, supplemented by related training and experience.
• A valid Emergency First Aidand CPR C certification with AED is required.
• Allapplicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearancethroughouttheir employment with SPS, which includesa mandatory polygraph examination.

BENEFITS &COMPENSATION

SurreyPolice Service offers a comprehensive benefits package, including extendedhealth and dental coverage, a defined benefit pension through the MunicipalPension Plan, generous vacation entitlements, and ongoing professionaldevelopment. Employees also benefit from short-term and long-term coverage,travel and life insurance, discounted access to City of Surrey recreationfacilities, and a dedicated Employee Services team providing personal andfamily support. With a strong focus on well-being, career growth, and work-lifebalance, SPS is committed to fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace. Note– The aforementioned benefits only apply to eligible full-time positions withinSPS.

• This is a unionized position, representedby CUPE 402.
• The compensation range is $31.88/hour- $34.89/hour (pay grade 17L) based on 2026 rates.

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Thank you foryour interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members thatmodel the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity andsustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.