Posted 2 months ago
Detention Guard - Bella Coola, B.C.
@ Commissionaires BC
Bella Coola, British Columbia
Overview
Commissionaires BC is hiring casual on-call detention guards at the RCMP detachment in Bella Coola, B.C. The work is monitoring the safety and well-being of persons in custody across days, evenings and overnights, paid at $22 per hour. Candidates must live within 60 minutes' drive of the detachment and obtain RCMP reliability clearance.
Pay:
$22 an hour
Responsibilities:
- Observe and check prisoners frequently, including by CCTV
- Assist RCMP members in prisoner searches
- Organize meals and maintain prisoner activity logbook
- Conduct cell searches and ensure cell doors stay locked
- Dispense approved medications under supervision
Requirements summary:
- Be 19 years or older
- Valid basic first aid certificate or willingness to obtain one
- Obtain RCMP reliability clearance
- Read, write and speak English
- Meet RCMP-V4 vision and mobility standards
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Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-09-15
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-10-16
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Security & protective services |
| Schedule | day, evening, overnight |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical moderate · lift 44 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Basic First Aid Certificate, RCMP Reliability Clearance, WHMIS |
| Security clearance | Reliability status |
| Perks mentioned | Flexible hours, Paid training, Uniform provided |
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Commissionaires BC
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Serving your community since 1927
Full company description
Commissionaires nationally is a private, Canadian, not-for-profit company with 15 independent divisions encompassing 50+ offices and more than 20,000 employees. The British Columbia division was established in 1927 with the original mandate of creating meaningful employment for former military and RCMP members. Today, we have broadened that mandate to “give back to all those who serve and have served our community and country.” Commissionaires BC is comprised of a well-trained, diverse team over 1,200 strong servicing 110 communities across mainland BC. We provide the best solutions and highest quality of service in the industry. Our longevity is based on our ability to change with times, expand, implement new technologies and meet the expectations of our clients. Commissionaires BC now offers Innovative Solutions, a business line that leverages innovation to generate the best solutions for security needs within an increasingly complex world. Rather than relying on historical guarding practices, a given problem is thoroughly assessed in order for a blend of experience and innovation to customize the best solution. Commissionaires specializes in the powerful security tools and innovative technology necessary to protect property, businesses and other assets from theft and crime. Our security experts can customize a complete security solution for you. A personalized cybersecurity strategy can significantly bolster your data protection, providing you with the confidence that your digital assets are fully secured. We offer the following professional services to refine your digital infrastructure and defend your assets: Cyber gap analysis Cyber threat intelligence Cyber training services Cyber consultation Incident response & monitoring Vulnerability management Penetration testing
- LinkedIn followers
- 7,802
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 391
- Reported office locations
- 595 Howe Street, Suite 600, Box 22, Vancouver, BC V6C 2T5, CA
- 100 - 346 Lawrence Avenue, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6L4, CA
- 595 Howe Street, Suite 600, Vancouver, BC V6C 2T5, CA
- 13450 102 Avenue, Unit 140, Surrey, BC V3T 5X3, CA
- 13401 108 Avenue, Suite 1650, Surrey, BC V3T 5T3, CA
- 346 Lawrence Avenue, Suite 100, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6L4, CA
- Business categories
- Cyber Security
- Consulting
- Public Safety
- Security
- Facility Management
- Data Collection and Labeling
- Government
- Other recorded names
- Commissionaires BC
- Specialties
- Static Security
- Fingerprinting
- Mobile Patrol
- Bylaw Enforcement
- Alarm Response
- Homewatch
- Non-core Policing
- Security Consulting
- CCTV Cameras
- Access Control Systems
- Alarm system Installations
- Autonomous Drone Technology
- 24/7 Live Video Monitoring
- Drone/UAV Airspace Detection Solutions
- Cybersecurity
- Pre-Employment Screening
- Security Clearance
- Criminal Record Check
- Canadian Record Suspensions ("Pardons")
- and US Entry Waivers
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
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- Reported total investment
- 0
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Commissionaires nationally is a private, Canadian, not-for-profit company with 15 independent divisions encompassing 50+ offices and more than 20,000 employees. The British Columbia division was established in 1927 with the original mandate of creating meaningful employment for former military and RCMP members. Today, we have broadened that mandate to “give back to all those who serve and have served our community…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Security and Investigations |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Vancouver, BC |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1927 |
| Specialties | Static SecurityFingerprintingMobile PatrolBylaw EnforcementAlarm ResponseHomewatchNon-core PolicingSecurity ConsultingCCTV CamerasAccess Control Systems |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 22 |
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Commissionaires BC is looking to hire casual on call detention guards to work with us at the RCMP detachment in Bella Coola.
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 withing a 60 minutes 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
- 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
- Free and paid training programs
- Flexible work schedule – maximize your work-life balance!
- Recognition programs
- Free uniforms
- 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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