Community Peace Officer

Located just 90 minutes north of Edmonton, in a picturesque landscape of boreal forest, lakes, rivers and streams, the Athabasca Region consists of two urban municipalities, eight summer villages, and eleven hamlets, making it a “live, work, play” paradise.

Athabasca County is currently accepting applications for a full time, permanent, Community Peace Officer to join our team in the County of Athabasca.

Reporting to the Director of Agriculture and Community Services, the Community Peace Officer is primarily responsible for the enforcement of County Bylaws and select Provincial Statutes. This role requires a highly motivated and professional individual who can effectively communicate with the community and liaise with the RCMP and other agencies/municipalities as required.

Athabasca County offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including employer paid extended health, pension with LAPP, and attractive paid time off policies.

Those interested in this challenging and rewarding career opportunity are asked to submit a resume and cover letter by April 29, 2022 to:

Jenn Bellward

Human Resources Manager

hr@athabascacounty.com

(Fax): 780-675-5512

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Key Responsibilities:

Enforcement of Municipal Bylaws, Provincial Statues, Acts, and Regulations.

Response and field investigations of complaints.

Collect and maintain evidence as required; liaise with internal and external parties in joint investigations.

Attend emergency scenes and assist other emergency services as required.

Conduct routine patrols.

Attend all calls for service under the Animal Control Bylaws and other legislation including the rescue, trapping, transportation and impound of domestic animals.

A detailed job description can be found in the Quick Links section on the Athabasca County website under Career Opportunities at www.athabascacounty.com.

Requirements:

Minimum Requirements:

3 years experience (preferably rural operations) with a municipality in a Level 1 Community Peace Officer operational capacity, or equivalent.

Extensive knowledge of Municipal Bylaws, Provincial Acts, court and legal process and other related regulations as applicable to Alberta.

Valid Class 5 drivers license, supported by a 5-year drivers abstract.

Posses a valid Physical Abilities Requirements Evaluation (PARE) on the date of hire with a minimum passing time of four minutes forty-five seconds (4:45) or under.

Extensive working knowledge of Commercial Vehicle Weights and Dimensions enforcement.

Proficiency working in Microsoft Office Programs as well as operational databases and software platforms (Report Exec).

Valid certification/training in the following considered an asset:
- First Aid and level C CPR, EVOC, TPR, RADAR/LIDAR, TDG

Employer Contact:

Name: Jenn Bellward Email: hr@athabascacounty.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Apr 07, 2022
Closing Date: Apr 20, 2022