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Community Peace Officer Level 1

Posted on: Sep 24, 2025

Posted by: City of Beaumont

Summary

The City of Beaumont is growing and so is our Protective Services team! Our team is highly collaborative, professional, fun, and passionate about supporting the vision of a growing, vibrant, and spirited community. Beaumont’s location within the Edmonton Metropolitan Region, provides a variety of rewarding challenges and the opportunity to apply forward-thinking concepts to advance Beaumont’s vision.

When emergencies strike, who do you call? The Protective Services team! Day in and day out, rain or shine, they’re the first responders ensuring our residents are taken care of. Whether they’re fighting fires, upholding the law, or lending a helping hand in times of need, the Protective Services team is dedicated to keeping Beaumont safe and secure. Reporting to the Supervisor, Municipal Enforcement, the Community Peace Officer Level 1 (CPO 1) is responsible for responding to and investigating complaints within the City that involve the enforcement of Municipal Bylaws and Provincial Statutes. The primary responsibilities of the CPO 1 are a balance of Bylaw Enforcement, Traffic Enforcement, and Animal Control duties. The ideal candidate must demonstrate sound judgment, combined with strong ethics and the ability to handle sensitive or private information. Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as outstanding public relations, de-escalation and problem-solving skills are required for this role.

Key Responsibilities

What YOU’RE Responsible for:

Receive and respond to complaints regarding municipal bylaws and provincial statutes, including animal control
Communicate with involved parties to ensure a high quality of service
Conduct thorough investigations, including paperwork and document collection
Take appropriate actions, such as issuing fines and warnings, using discretion
Conduct patrols and enforce traffic offenses and parking regulations
Enforce provincial offenses, including alcohol/drug violations and dealing with intoxicated persons
Identify and address violations of municipal bylaws, provincial statutes, or other safety concerns, including animal control
Assist RCMP and other police agencies with emergency situations and calls for service
Support Fire and EMS during emergencies and calls for service when requested
Provide traffic/crowd control and assist with investigations at scenes, including traffic collisions and fires
Assist City departments with document serving
Perform other duties as requested by the supervisor or Director of Protective Services
Ensure adherence to Legislative regulations, Safety Directives and procedures and all respectful workplace standards
Report unsafe conditions and near miss incidents promptly
Attend regular safety meetings and promote a positive attitude

Requirements

What YOU Bring:

Post-Secondary Education in law enforcement, criminal justice, education, or related discipline, supplemented by two years of previous law enforcement experience as a Community Peace Officer 1 or member of the RCMP (an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered)

Must meet all requirements of Alberta Justice Solicitor General Department to obtain a Level 1 Community Peace Officer Appointment
Prior experience with community and school-based programs with proven strong public relations experience is an asset.
EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operations Course) or equivalent is preferred; mandatory completion as term of employment
Valid Alberta Driver’s License (Minimum Class 5) required
A 5 year driver’s abstract that demonstrates responsible and safe driving behavior
Applicants must have successfully completed an approved Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE) with a time of four minutes and forty-five seconds (4:45) or better, within the past six (6) calendar months; other equivalencies will be accepted as per the Peace Officer program
Ability to meet shift requirements – shifts may include evenings, weekends and statutory holidays
RADAR/LIDAR certification required
A clear Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector required
Enhanced RCMP security clearance is an asset
Intermediate/Standard CPR AED Level C
Approved patrol boots
Proficient computer skills in Microsoft Office

What WE Offer:

A full-time position with a rate of pay between $36.83 – $48.05 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)
Employer paid Health and Dental benefits package
Health Wellness and Learning Spending Account
Membership to the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre
Enrolment in Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP)
40-hour work week (shift work including evening and weekend work required)
And an amazing team to work with!!

If you meet these qualifications, please submit your cover letter and resume as one document by 9:00 AM on October 8, 2025.

The City of Beaumont is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. This means fostering a workplace in which individual differences are recognized, appreciated, and respected. Any persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, careers@beaumont.ab.ca

Information For Applicants:

Applications can be submitted via our online recruiting system. If you have any difficulties, please reach out to our HR department.
We appreciate your interest in working with us; however, only those applicants selected for interviews will be contacted.
Final candidates for this position will be required to undergo pre-employment screening, including reference checks, education verification, and a criminal record check.

Job Type

Full Time

Employer Contact

No employer contact listed.

Salary Range

$36.83 - $48.05 per hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Closing Date

October 8, 2025

Posting ID: 34195