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JOB SUMMARY: The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has a requirement for Detention Guards services on an “as and when requested basis” to assist with duties which are related to the safety and well-being of persons incarcerated in RCMP cells

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Detention guards must monitor, assess, safeguard and administer to incarcerated persons in accordance with Chapter 19.3 of the RCMP Operational Manual. A detention guard’s responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

- Monitor all prisoners, frequently to ensure their security and well-being. This may include prisoners known to have or suspected of having suicidal tendencies and this may include the use of Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV);
- Maintain cellblock security;
- Ensure cellblock keys are tagged and stored safely;
- Conduct searches of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated;
- Record any damages to cells when vacated;
- Report any damages or repairs of fixtures and fittings within cellblock;
- Record prisoner activity and maintain the prisoner activity logbook;
- Monitor fire safety and be fully conversant with fire orders;
- Ensure all personal effects removed from prisoners by the RCMP Officer are properly secured and documented;
- Under the supervision of the RCMP Officer,



make prescription medications available for prisoners when required;
- Organize meals for prisoners as required;
- Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance;
- Handle and dispense laundry items as required;
- Perform escort duties as required for specific detachments;
- Watch prisoners while in hospital when required;
- Perform other duties or assist RCMP Officer as laid out in the Unit Supplemental Orders and Post Orders, which can include administrative duties related to individual unit policy;
- Providing testimony at court in connection with their duties or to attending Critical Incident Debriefings, if required;
- In some cases, detention personnel may be required to carry government issued and controlled identification cards or security passes;
- Inspect all unit equipment to ensure it is operational;
- Ensure all necessary unit paperwork and unit forms are available.
- Locate and review the Unit Supplemental Orders and unit policy.
- Report any unit discrepancies to your supervisor immediately.
- Perform other duties or assist RCMP Officer as laid out in the Work site Supplemental Orders and Post Orders, which can include administrative related duties;
- BEHAVIOURS, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND KNOWLEDGE
- Must hold current Emergency Level First Aid and CPR qualification or be able to obtain.




- Able to read and write either English or French.
- Work effectively with other people.
- Ability to remain in control under trying conditions.
- Maintain confidentially of acquired information from duties
- Take training as required.
- Be Honest, accountable, professional and use positive judgement
- Work independently with integrity, compassion and respect.
- Adequate physical condition.
- Conscientious, enthusiastic and reliable.
- Be reasonably fit, mobile, and able to meet physical requirements of the job.

RCMP Detention Guards Dress and Deportment:

RCMP detention guards are not required to wear uniforms and the dress and deportment are at the discretion of the RCMP. The Commissionaire detention guard’s requirement to wear appropriate clothing during their shift maybe assessed by the RCMP detachment commander or delegate to ensure the guards is dressed appropriately. If your dress does not meet the expectations of the client nor follow the directives given, further disciplinary actions may or will result and potentially in termination of employment with the Commissionaires Northern Alberta Division

Statement of work, Requirement 3.2 e) Personal Appearance:

The detention guard must be neat and clean in appearance. For health and safety reasons the detention guard is prohibited from wearing jewellery and must ensure that hair longer than shoulder length is kept securely fastened.

While this is a casual position, there is potential for one of the available roles to transition into a full-time position based on operational needs and performance.

Pay: $28.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

📌 RCMP Detention GUARD (Wood Buffalo)
🏢 Commissionaires Northern Alberta Division
📍 Wood Buffalo