Community Peace Officer 1

Required Competencies

• Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, including public speaking and presenting to a variety of audiences.
• Ability to solve problems and make sound decisions in dynamic, high-stress situations.
• Exercises reasonable discretion in determining enforcement actions, investigating complaints, deciding on appropriate responses.
• Capable of analyzing complex situations and making independent, well-informed judgements.
• Demonstrates professionalism and ethical conduct when interacting with the public, other agencies, and other County departments, particularly in high-risk encounters involving belligerent or non-compliant offenders.
• Knowledgeable in the use of enforcement tools, including speed radar, weight scales, in-car and body cameras, mobile and portable radios, OC spray, baton, shotgun, and the use-of-force continuum.
• Adaptable and able to adjust to changing priorities, maintaining effectiveness under pressure.
• Strong teamwork and collaborative skills, contributing to team goals and supporting colleagues.
• Takes ownership of tasks and proactively contributes to improvements within the County.
• Knowledgeable in municipal bylaws and provincial legislation.
• Proficient with Microsoft programs, smartphone applications, and computer-based systems.
• Understands risk management, including environmental, biological, physical, and psychological threats, and uses personal protective measures effectively.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong investigative skills with the ability to gather and assess information effectively.
• Capable of compiling and presenting evidence in a court of law.
• Exercises discretion and maintains confidentiality with all documentation and sensitive information.

Qualifications

• Ability to obtain and maintain Community Peace Officer Level 1 appointment through the Provincial Peace Officer Program.
• No criminal record.
• No outstanding criminal charges and not subject of criminal investigation.
• Must acquire and maintain an enhanced reliability security clearance through the RCMP.
• Minimum age of 18 years old.
• Demonstrates competence and good character.
• Possess and maintains, at minimum, a class 5 Alberta operator’s license or equivalent.
• Holds an acceptable driver’s abstract.
• Has completed or must be able to attend and complete the Community Peace Officer Induction Program (CPOIP).
• Has completed a 2-year diploma program from a post-secondary learning institution in Law Enforcement or possesses a combination of education and experience.
• Willingness to take additional training as required.

Physical Demands

• Must possess current, successful, test results in physical ability evaluations, including Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation, Alberta Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police, Correctional Officer Physical Aptitude Tests, or Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test. This is a condition of securing the position, and it is the responsibility of the employee to maintain physical fitness as a condition of continued employment.
• Must be medically and physically able to perform all duties of the position on an ongoing basis.
• Must interact with the public and handle difficult and stressful situations requiring law enforcement actions, including mediating disputes between neighbors.
• Must be able to manage interactions with belligerent, non-compliant offenders, where there is a high-risk of physical injury and assault.
• Must be able to interact with diseased or vicious domestic animals.
• Must assist with cleaning up unsightly properties, which may require the use of protective equipment due to unsafe and unsanitary conditions.

Work Environment

• Often working alone, occasional lifting, and periods of standing.
• Significant travel around the county is required for performing fieldwork, often in remote or challenging areas.
• Work shifts vary, including days, evenings, and weekends, with occasional overnight work. A minimum 80-hours bi-weekly is required, with availability on holidays as needed.
• Frequent exposure to seasonal and environmental weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, storms, and other potentially hazardous elements.
• May encounter hazardous situations such as aggressive or non-compliant individuals, dangerous animals, or unstable environmental conditions that require quick decision-making and safety awareness.
• Must be prepared for emergencies or situations requiring swift response, including working in isolated locations with limited immediate backup.