QUALIFICATIONS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE:
- Minimum Grade 12 education.
- Preferred 5-year minimum experience in some area of active, field law enforcement work, with an understanding of bylaw enforcement would be an asset.
- Supervisory experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of computer and keyboarding skills such as Microsoft Word, and WordPerfect.
- Completion of the basic Peace Officer course at the Alberta Justice Staff College or equivalent police experience acceptable to the Solicitor General.
- Current First Aid Certification.
- Valid class 5 driver’s license.
- Must have Community Peace Officer Level I Appointment or be able and willing to obtain within 6 months of commencement.
- As a condition of employment, the candidate must provide an RCMP security clearance, drivers abstract, and successfully complete an Enhanced Security/Reliability Screening.
- Successful completion of the PARE (Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation) fitness test is required.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Sound understanding of provincial and municipal law.
- Sound understanding of Investigative techniques.
- Demonstrated skill in the writing of investigative reports.
- Good written/verbal communications, interpersonal and public relations skills.
Note: The above is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities and activities required for this position but gives a general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent.
WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL ENVIRONMENT:
- Always wear protective or safety attire
- May be required to stand or walk for hours at a time, or ride in a vehicle.
- Work both indoors and outdoors in all kinds of weather.
- Potential exposure to various animals while assisting designated Animal Control Officer.
- Requires participation in shift rotation that can include evenings and weekends.
- Involves the risk of exposure to potential dangerous or volatile situations.
HEALTH & SAFETY:
All personnel working at the Town of Slave Lake are governed by the Health & Safety Policy.
- Ensure proper ergonomic requirements are met and good ergonomic procedures are practiced
- Ensures all operations are conducted in a safe manner and in accordance with Town Policies and all Occupational Health and Safety Rules and Regulations.
How to apply:
- A cover letter clearly indicating the position title, accompanied by an up-to-date resume is required.
- Shortlisted candidates will undergo a skills assessment.
- The successful candidate will be required to provide professional references and an acceptable criminal record check.
Send your cover letter and resume (ensuring to include the job title in your email subject heading) to:
Human Resources, Town of Slave Lake
10 Main Street S.W. P.O. Box 1030, Slave Lake, Alberta T0G 2A0
E-mail: hr@slavelake.ca
The application review process will be ongoing, and the positions will remain open until filled.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, we will contact only those under consideration.
