Commissionaires Manitoba offers top industry wages, a recognition and rewards program, excellent promotional opportunities, supplied uniforms, flexible hours, and a medical & vision benefits package for full and part time employees.
Commissionaires Manitoba is the security company of choice amongst some of the most respected institutions in the country. Our clients include both public and all levels of governments throughout the province. We are committed to offering the best employment and career development opportunities in the security industry because we want the very best and brightest people our industry has to offer.
Job Profile:
We have created a work environment that respects our team of professionals and provides opportunities for enriching skills and allowing Commissionaires to achieve their personal goals. We offer initial and on-going training to promote the highest level of professionalism.
As a Detention Guard the successful candidate will have the following duties: Monitor arrestees/detainees to ensure their safety and security according to procedures and protocols established by the Police Services.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Observe and check prisoners frequently and irregularly, this may include the use of Closed- Circuit Television (CCTV).
- Assist Winkler/Altona/Morden member(s) when required to search prisoners (training provided) Note: Physical handling of prisoners is not a job requirement for Detention Guards; any movement of prisoners will be conducted by the Police Agencies.
- Organize meals, record prisoner activity, and maintain a prisoner activity logbook.
- Maintain cleanliness and tidiness of cells when vacated or arrange janitor assistance.
- Record and report any damages or repairs to cells.
- Conduct search of cells prior to occupation and when cells are vacated.
- Maintain cellblock security by ensuring cell doors are locked at all times.
- 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.
- Under the supervision of the Winkler/Altona/Morden Officer, dispense approved prescription medications to persons in custody.
- As per the Winkler/Altona/Morden Unit Supplemental Orders, monitoring prisoners to have or suspected of having suicidal tendencies.
- Perform other duties particular to that Police Agency as laid out in the Unit Supplemental Orders.
Qualifications:
- Valid First Aid Basic level or willingness to complete the course prior to being hired. Once hired, Commissionaires will maintain your certification.
- Annual criminal background checks.
- Once hired complete related course(s), Commissionaires will maintain Use of Force certification. – Note* all training takes place in Winnipeg.
- Applicants will be screened by Winkler/Altona/Morden Police Services.
- Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak in English.
- Able to bend at the waist and climb stairs without restrictions or the use of assistive devices.
- Mobility Standards: Must be able to successfully pass a CPR/First Aid course and maintain the physical ability to provide CPR or first aid care if required.
- Basic level computer skills.
- Ability to remain in control under trying conditions.
- Ability to be discrete.
- 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.
- Ability to work independently.
- Conscientious, enthusiastic, and reliable.
- Security Guard License – Not required but considered an asset.
Application Procedure:
If you would enjoy working with our team of committed professionals, please complete our online application form at
https://link.edgepilot.com/s/be957caa/txBXHovF2ke-zBJIckyCnA?u=https://commissionaires.ca/en/careers
In accordance with our mandate, applicants with service in the Canadian Forces or RCMP will be given preference, however, all qualified applicants will be considered.
We appreciate the interest of all applicants; however, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Hours of Work:
Dedicated Spare Evenings and Nights – No Set Schedule (On-Call)
Pay: $19.80
