Rcmp Guard

**DEFINITION**:
Under the supervision of a Watch Supervisor, maintains the safety, security and dignity of prisoners in the care of the R.C.M.P.

**EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED**:

- Check prisoners on a frequent basis to ensure their security and well being and record observations in prisoner log;
- Assist Members in monitoring prisoners while they participate in visits or make telephone calls;
- Order prisoner meals and monitor meal inventory for audit purposes, and prepare and distribute meals to prisoners and ensure the recovery of all meal utensils;
- Distribute medication to prisoners under the direction of a medical doctor and arrange prisoner medical treatment, as required;
- Book in prisoners on the Computerized Arrest and Booking System (CABS) and maintain CABS system and report any repairs that are required;
- Photograph prisoners with CABS video and fingerprint prisoners, as required;
- Ensure the Watch Supervisor is kept informed of prisoner conditions, unusual occurrences and damage to cell block, and ensure the cell block is maintained in a clean condition;
- Liaise with the Sheriff's Service regarding prisoner escorts and the classification of prisoners prior to booking into R.C.M.P. cells;
- Ensure that the cells are secure prior to prisoner incarceration by searching for articles that can be used as a weapon or to deface property;
- Complete other prisoner-related and clerical functions as directed by the O.I.C. Terrace Detachment or his/her designate.

**MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE**:

- Secondary school graduation;
- Minimum of two years' related experience;
- Ability to work well and react appropriately in stressful conditions;
- Good physical condition;
- Computer experience;
- First Aid and C.P.R. training;
- Ability to work independently and to accomplish tasks and assignments;
- Ability to deal effectively with prisoners, co-workers and the public;
- Good written and oral communication skills;

The above statement is a general description of the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.