26-U118 - Lead Hand Guard

Job Overview

The Township of Langley is currently recruiting for a regular full-time Lead Hand Guard to join our team of professionals in the RCMP Division, Police Services Department. Reporting to the Manager, Business Support Police Services, in this unionized position you will perform custodial work involving responsibility for guarding prisoners held at the Langley Detachment. The Lead Hand Guard provides training to employees working in Cells and coordinates staffing coverage during unplanned absences.

Responsibilities

Coordinate shift coverage during unplanned absences

Train, schedule and approve leave for guards to ensure operational requirements are met

Order supplies as required

Maintain surveillance over prisoner activities to ensure safety and security

Search and inspect cells before and after prisoner occupancy

Assist officers or Deputy Sheriffs during the arrival and departure of prisoners

Take fingerprints and photographs of prisoners and members of the public

Maintain the security of prisoner’s property and arrange for dispatch of property left behind

Monitor cleaning by janitors, sweep, mop, hose and disinfect cells, and immediate areas

Maintain a variety of files, records, and the prisoner logbook

Assist members in processing prisoners, as required

Perform related duties as required

Qualifications

Completion of Grade 12, and some related experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience

Sound knowledge of the policies, practices, methods, and procedures related to the control, custody, escorting and welfare of prisoners

Sound knowledge of techniques used for taking fingerprints and photographs

Ability to train employees and schedule shift coverage as required

Ability to understand and respond to prisoners' needs while communicating with firmness, discretion, and compassion

Ability to assess and respond appropriately to individuals experiencing mental, physical, or emotional distress

BC Class 5 (full privilege) Driver’s License is considered an asset

RCMP Enhanced Reliability Status is required (not required as part of the application process, however, will be required upon consideration for employment)

Required Certifications/Licenses

Candidates must have the following valid and current certifications/licenses (must be valid at the time the posting closes) and these must be attached with your application.

Basic (Emergency) First Aid with CPR C and AED Certification

Applications without the attached required documents above will be deemed incomplete and may not be considered. Please title your attachments with the number of this competition and have these documents ready to upload when you apply.

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Visit tol.ca/careers to apply for this exciting career opportunity in a growing community. The Township of Langley is an equal opportunity employer.

We appreciate all applications; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted for an interview.