Community Peace Officer

Responsibilities Overview
Enforcement
Provincial and Municipal Statutes:

• Enforce select provincial statutes and municipal bylaws.
• Conduct routine patrols of MD roadways, parks, properties, and primary highways to identify and address infractions.
• Issue / serve violation tickets, orders, summons, and subpoenas and other relevant documents as required.

Traffic Enforcement:

• Provide proactive and reactive traffic enforcement services including but not limited to: moving violations, parking, road bans, off-highway vehicles, and commercial vehicle weights and dimensions.
• Utilize enforcement tools including: Radar, Lidar, Portable scales, Radios, Body Worn Cameras and In-car audio and video

Public Safety:

• Participate in public safety activities and educational programs to enhance community awareness and compliance.

Investigations
Complaint Response:

• Respond to inquiries and complaints from the public, providing clear information and interpretation of bylaws and statutes.
• Investigate complaints and disputes related to MD’s municipal bylaws, with a focus on achieving compliance and ensuring appropriate resolutions through education, fines and orders.
• Investigate and respond to complaints related to select provincial statutes within the municipality

Evidence Collection:

• Collect, document, and report on activities and investigations, maintaining and processing exhibits in accordance with MD policies and SOPs.

Court Preparation & Testimony:

• Prepare court briefs and disclosure documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness for court proceedings.
• Provide evidence in court, testify for the Crown in provincial and bylaw matters, and ensure professional standards in court procedures.

Community Interaction
Public Relations:

• Engage with the community through resident interactions and group involvement to promote positive public relations and community trust.
• Provide friendly and informative education to the public regarding municipal bylaws, provincial statutes, acts, and regulations.

Awareness and Education:

• Conduct proactive, preventative, and highly visible patrols focused on public safety, education and awareness.
• Participate in internal and community meetings to maintain cooperative relationships with enforcement and protective service agencies.

Interagency Collaboration
Law Enforcement Coordination:

• Serve as a liaison with the RCMP and other law enforcement agencies, assisting with joint investigations and information exchange where appropriate
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with RCMP detachments and neighboring jurisdictions.

Support and Assistance:

• Assist other agencies with investigations as required and exchange information as necessary.
• Assist community residents, municipal departments, and stakeholders related to bylaws, traffic safety, and community standards.

Administration
Documentation and Reporting:

• Prepare and maintain comprehensive case files, reports, and documentation for timely follow-up and court proceedings.
• Complete all reports and tasks promptly and accurately, ensuring detailed records of all activities and investigations.

Meeting Attendance:

• Attend internal and external meetings as required, maintaining excellent communication with stakeholders and other departments.
  Safety and Compliance

Health and Safety Policies:

• Adhere to MD’s health and safety policies and comply with all safe work procedures.
• Carry out safe work practices and adhere to other work-related and safety regulations.

Emergency Response:

• Assist other emergency services as required, displaying a high degree of professionalism and confidentiality in complex situations.

Equipment and Vehicle Maintenance
Maintenance Standards:

• Maintain patrol vehicles, issued uniforms, and equipment to a high standard of repair and cleanliness.
• Ensure all equipment is in good working order and report any maintenance issues promptly

Additional Responsibilities:

Animal Control:

• Respond to calls under the Animal Control Bylaw, including the rescue, trapping, transportation, and impoundment of domestic animals.
• Undertake other tasks and responsibilities within the scope of the position as assigned.
• Display professionalism, discretion, and a commitment to confidentiality in all aspects of work.