Education & Experience:
- Appointment as a Level 1 Community Peace Officer through Alberta Justice and Solicitor General, or the ability to be confirmed as one upon hire.
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Level 1 Community Peace Officer.
- Preference for post-secondary education in a related field (e.g. Criminal Justice Studies, Criminology, etc.).
- Thorough knowledge of municipal operations, municipal bylaws, provincial statutes, provincial court processes and other relevant legislation, policies and procedures.
- Current class 5 drivers license with a clean drivers abstract.
- Current criminal background and vulnerable sector check
- Current certifications in baton, OC spray, shotgun, emergency vehicle operation, defense/control tactics, first aid/CPR/AED considered an asset.
Skills & Abilities:
- Proficient with computers and all aspects of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to make effective and influential decisions to ensure all situations are resolved in a courteous and timely fashion, either through education or enforcement.
- Ability to interpret and communicate Town bylaws and provincial statutes.
- Ability to effectively organize work and establish priorities.
- Ability to establish and maintain a high degree of public confidence and public relations.
- Ability to excel in high pressure situations and use sound judgement.
- Must be proactive, well-organized and detail-oriented with strong leadership skills.
- Require excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as excellent interpersonal and human relations skills.
- Demonstrate time management, problem solving and decision-making skills.
- Demonstrate the ability to adapt to changing situations, while maintaining stable performance despite stressful conditions.
- Ability to work an irregular shift that includes days, evenings and weekends.
- Ability to maintain an appropriate level of fitness and tactical skills to help ensure officer safety and ability to properly perform job requirements.
Interested parties are invited to submit their resumes along with cover letter, outlining their qualifications to:
- Town of Crossfield
- Human Resources
- Box 500, 1005 Ross Street
- Crossfield, Alberta T0M 0S0
- Email: town@crossfieldalberta.com
The position will remain open until a suitable applicant is selected.
Please Note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.
We thank all applicants for their interest in the Town of Crossfield; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
