Cell Guard

09-25-2026

Cell Guard

Surrey Police Service (SPS) is Surrey’snew municipal police agency. On November 29, 2024, SPS became the police ofjurisdiction, and assumed responsibility and command for policing and law enforcement in Surrey. SPS is working to redefine policing with innovative new approaches and community-based solutions. It’s an exciting time as SPScontinues to expand our team with talented people who want to help shape thefuture of policing in Surrey.

To date we’ve hired over 550 police officers andover 450 civilian support staff and will grow to be one of the largestindependent police services in Canada. Since day one, SPS has been intentionalabout building a culture that is inclusive, respectful and supportive, with astrong focus on employee wellness and career development.

Surrey Police Service (SPS) has an exciting opportunity for auxiliary Cell Guard Positions.

The Cell Guard is responsible for monitoring prisoners' well-being usingclosed-circuit TV, preparing and serving meals, and maintaining detailed records, including prisoner logs and incident reports. This role ensures proper documentation, responds to inquiries about jail procedures, and provides information to superiors and Surrey Police Service (SPS) officers. Additional duties include monitoring supplies, reporting cell maintenance needs, assisting in emergency first aid, and supporting fellow staff.

Theideal candidate has strong communication skills, follows SPS policies and procedures, and remains calm in emergencies. They possess excellentobservational skills, attention to detail, and proficiency with photographicand computer equipment, including SPS policing systems. Knowledge of the legalsystem, safety regulations, and SPS operations is an asset. Physical strength,stamina, and police security clearance are required.

To be eligible for this auxiliary position, incumbents must be able to commit to aminimum of eight (8) days (Day and Night shifts) of availability per month.

Shifts may include weekdays, evenings, weekend and holidays. Assigned shifts

may beprescheduled or by call-in.

The anticipated schedule for a full-time position is 40 hours per week, whichfollows rotating shift pattern of four days on followed by four days off. Eachshift is 12 hours long, with each rotation including two-day shifts andtwo-night shifts.

Please note, the hoursare subject to change based on operational needs and adherence to the Collective Agreement.

Uses closed circuit TV incells to check prisoners' physical condition.

Prepares and serves mealsto prisoners.

Maintains daily records,including prisoner log, meal counts, and incident reports.

Ensures completeddocumentation is attached to C-13 prisoner forms.

Handles inquiries relatedto the jail procedures and prisoners in custody.

Provides information to superiors and Surrey Police Service (SPS) police officers regarding prisoners.

Monitors and maintainssupplies.

Advises supervisor ofnecessary cell maintenance.

Assists in first aid onprisoners in emergency situations.

Assists other staff in performing their duties.

Successful completion of Grade 12, or equivalent, supplemented by related training and experience.

A valid Emergency First Aidand CPR C certification with AED is required.

All applicants must obtain and maintain the required police security clearance throughout their employment with SPS, which includes a mandatory polygraphexamination.

Surrey Police Service is committed to providing a supportive and fulfilling work environment for our Auxiliary and Temporary Full-Time (TFT) employees. They have access to valuable resources such as the Employee Assistance Program (FSEAP), offering confidential support for personal andfamily matters, as well as a dedicated Employee Services team to assist withwell-being. At SPS, we prioritize creating an inclusive and collaborative atmosphere where all employees are supported in their professional and personal development.

• This is a unionizedposition, represented by CUPE 402.
• The salary range for this position is $31.88/hourto $34.89/hour (pay grade 17L).

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Thank you foryour interest in working with SPS. We pride ourselves on hiring members thatmodel the mission, vision, and values of SPS through unquestioned integrity and sustaining a visible, credible, inclusive, and respected profile.