Detention Guard

Employer: City of Vernon

Location: Vernon, British Columbia

Salary: $32.95 hourly

City of Vernon Detention Guard(Temporary)Job Requisition JR-2026-265 Detention Guard (Temporary) (Open)Job FamilyCUPE Start Date2026-09-16End Date2026-10-01Primary PostingNo External Posting URL Description Internal Closing Date:Sept 24, 2026External Closing Date:Oct 1, 2026Note: Posting comes off at 12:00AM on the closing date, with the competition closing at 11:59pm the day prior. Hourly Rate:32.95 Minimum Weekly Hours:42 Subject to return of the incumbent. Reporting to the Manager, Detention Facility, the Detention Guard is responsible for the safeguarding of prisoners and their personal effects while adhering to all safety and security policies and protocols. This position receives functional direction from the on-duty RCMP Watch Commander. Duties Include: Responsible for the safety, security, and welfare of each prisoner in custody. Maintains awareness of prisoner activities, inspects prisoners in cells at frequent intervals, and requests prisoners to refrain from property damage