Commissionaires BC is looking to hire casual on call detention guards to work with us at the RCMP detachment in Hope.

Shift Times: On-Call - Days, Evenings and Overnights

Payrate: $22/hr

Position Summary: Under the direction of the RCMP Member responsible for Cell Block Operations, Detention Guards are primarily responsible for monitoring the safety and well-being of persons in custody as well as performing additional duties as required. You must live within a 60‑minute drive of the detachment.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Observe and check prisoners frequently and irregularly, including the use of CCTV

Assist RCMP members in prisoner searches, under direction

Organize meals, record prisoner activity, and maintain a prisoner activity logbook

Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance

Conduct search of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated, reporting any damage

Maintain cellblock security by ensuring cell doors are always locked

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

Dispense approved prescription medications to persons in custody, under supervision

Perform other duties required by the detachment

Qualifications – Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:





Must be 19 years and older

Valid Basic First Aid Certificate (Occupational First Aid level 1 or equivalent) or willingness to complete the course prior to being hired

Able to obtain RCMP Reliability Clearance (RCMP Clearance can take 4 – 6 months to obtain)

Demonstrated ability to read, write and speak in English

Vision: Visual standards are RCMP‑V4 (eyeglasses permitted)

Mobility Standards: Able to use both hands, occasionally manipulate/lift up to 20 kilograms, bend at the waist and climb stairs without restrictions or the use of assistance devices

Ability to remain in control under stressful conditions and work independently

Ability to be discrete and work effectively with other people

Willingness to undergo detention guard training as required, including Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) training and refresher on a semi‑annual basis

Rewards and perks:

Free and paid training programs

Flexible work schedule – maximize your work‑life balance!

Recognition programs

Free uniforms

A Excellent Opportunity if you are:

Wanting to add additional income to your household

Gain experience if you are working towards a career in law enforcement or criminal justice

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📌 Detention Guard - Hope, B.C. (British Columbia)
🏢 Commissionaires Ottawa Group
📍 British Columbia