Community Peace Officer – Level 1

The County of Vermilion River is seeking a dedicated and motivated individual to join our Protective Services Department in the Public Safety Division.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Reporting to the Public Safety Sergeant, you will be responsible for enforcing Municipal and Provincial statutes, with a key component being infrastructure protection through weights and measures enforcement. The position will also encompass rural crime prevention initiatives and community safety programming.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THIS POSITION:

The work of a Peace Officer can be very demanding and stressful. The key responsibilities include: proactive and high visibility patrolling and community engagement. The successful candidate will possess the skill set needed to work alone in a large rural county with minimal supervision while maintaining communication with a dedicated dispatch centre.

Requirements:

We are seeking applicants who meet or exceed the minimal requirements:

Ability to immediately possess a Level 1 Peace Officer Appointment

A valid PARE certificate (or equivalent) by time of Job Offer

Class ‘5’ License with acceptable driver’s abstract

The following qualifications are an asset to the recruiting process:

Specialized training in weights and dimensions, TDG, Cargo Securement and CVE

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course

LIDAR/RADAR certification

Previous law enforcement experience, preferably in a rural setting.

BENEFITS INCLUDE:

A competitive salary and comprehensive municipal benefits package are available. The successful candidate will be required to provide a criminal record check and drivers abstract. We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. This position is only open to those legally entitled to work in Canada.

Applications clearly marked: “CONFIDENTIAL – COMMUNITY PEACE OFFICER” can be submitted by October 29, 2021 to:

Human Resources Manager

County of Vermilion River

4912 – 50 Avenue, Box 69 Kitscoty, AB T0B 2P0

Email: hr@county24.com Fax: 780.846.2716

Employer Contact:

Name: Human Resources Manager Email: hr@county24.com

Additional Job Information:

Posted Date: Oct 07, 2021
Closing Date: Oct 29, 2021