Community Peace Officer I

We are currently seeking a Community Peace Officer I to join our Enforcement team at Lacombe County. Reporting to the Sr. CPO, the CPO I is responsible for performing day to day enforcement and administration of County bylaws and provincial statutes with a focus on safety, infrastructure protection and delivering superior community awareness and education.

This is a permanent, full-time position. This position is 4 days/week, 10 hours/day, rotational shift schedule. Some weekends, holidays and after hours work is required.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Conduct highly visible mobile patrols of the municipality for the purpose of preventing and detecting statute infractions and violations;

Perform investigations and follow-up on complaints and incidents;

Issue violation tickets and lay charges in accordance with authorized statutes;

Conduct commercial vehicle inspections (monitor weights and dimensions through the issuance of permits and use of weigh scales);

Liaise with and assist other departments, community groups and associations in areas pertaining to enforcement;

Develop and implement education and awareness programming;

Lacombe County is committed to protecting the health and safety of its employees and has a Substance Abuse Prevention Program policy. This position is considered a safety/sensitive position. The successful applicant will under Pre-Employment Drug and Alcohol Testing.

Requirements:

Completion of Grade 12 or equivalent combined with a law enforcement related post-secondary diploma or degree, or equivalent experience within the law enforcement related field;

Minimum of 3 years of strong customer service experience is required, preferably with at least 2 years of extensive and diverse law enforcement experience, especially traffic enforcement experience;

Eligible for the Solicitor General’s CPO Level 1 appointment and able to successfully complete the P.A.R.E. exam;

Valid and current first aid and CPR certificates. Current Radar/Laser certification and completion of the Motor Transport Weights & Measures course are assets;

Well developed public relations and communication skills with the ability to handle potential conflicting situations. Thorough observation, problem solving and decision making skills;

Must possess a valid class 5 Alberta driver’s license and an acceptable Criminal Records Check.

We support a work-life balance and offer an excellent compensation package including a defined pension plan, a comprehensive group health and dental benefits package, a health/wellness spending account, and p.d. opportunities.

Please forward your resume, cover letter and salary expectations by 8AM on August 13, 2018 to:

E-mail: hr@lacombecounty.com | Fax: 403.782.3820 | www.lacombecounty.com

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those invited for an interview will be contacted. Please note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada. This competition may remain open longer until a suitable candidate is found.

Employer Contact:

Name: Meghan Richer-Poth Email: mricher-poth@lacombecounty.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Jul 25, 2018
Closing Date: Aug 13, 2018