Community Peace Officer Sergeant - Jobs in Lethbridge, AB

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Community Peace Officer SergeantAre you an experienced law enforcement professional looking for an exciting new opportunity Do you thrive in frontline leadership roles where you can develop others and make a difference in your community We are seeking an experienced law enforcement leader to grow the new position of CPO Sergeant, where you will provide critical leadership to the Lethbridge Police Service Community Peace Officer (CPO) program including the operational role of a CPO, recruiting, and overall management of the program.The City of Lethbridge (www.lethbridge.ca) recognizes the diversity of our community and is working to ensure programs, services, facilities, and employment opportunities are inclusive to all people. Lethbridge is southwestern Alberta’s largest community, close to the Rocky Mountains and strategically located two hours south of Calgary. We are home to just over 101,000 residents and two major post-secondary institutions - the University of Lethbridge and Lethbridge College. Thanks to its location under the big skies of the prairies, Lethbridge enjoys a climate of mild winters and warm, sun-soaked summers.The Role:Reporting to the Field Operations Support Section Staff Sergeant, the CPO Sergeant is responsible for the training and supervision of Level 1 Community Peace Officers assigned to the Lethbridge Police Service (Up to 14 positions). As part of overseeing the day to day operation of the CPO program, in this position you will lead, mentor, and coach Community Peace Officers. You will work alongside your employees in the community by monitoring and maintaining public safety through investigating complaints/disputes and taking appropriate action to render assistance and enforce the laws that are within the CPO authorities.In this role you will be expected to engage with the community and foster a number of collaborate relationships with stakeholders to maintain and enhance public awareness and strengthen our community relationships.This permanent full-time position falls under the protection of a collective agreement associated to the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 70 contract. There are over 700,000 CUPE members in Canada. CUPE works to improve wages and benefits, improve health and safety conditions, and make your workplace better.Your Professional Skillset and Experience:The successful applicant for this position will possess a minimum of 5 years’ experience as a Community Peace Officer or in a role directly related to law enforcement such as conservation, bylaw, Sheriff, Police Officer, etc. At least two years of experience in a supervisory role is strongly preferred. Proven leadership, supervisory, and conflict resolution skills are essential for this position as are strong interpersonal skills including tact and diplomacy with a strong emphasis on customer service.This position requires a Community Peace Officer (Level 1) Appointment as well as an Alberta Class 5 Driver’s license and a valid First Aid and CPR training certificate. Other credentials such as a law enforcement diploma from a recognized institution, emergency vehicle operation training, or Commercial Vehicle Weight Enforcement training would be considered an asset.Please note: A CPO Level 1 Appointment requires no criminal record except where a pardon has been granted and no outstanding criminal charges/not subject of a criminal investigation is also required.The successful candidate is required to consent to a police security clearance, which includes the voluntary completion and submission of a personal disclosure form (lifestyle questionnaire), criminal and police records check, reference checks and truth verification through polygraph examination.Wage: $48.37 per hour |2022 RateHours: Shift Work- Morning and Afternoon Shifts Monday to Friday Average of 40 hours per week (Flexible/Compressed Work Week is available) Shift adjustments for evening and weekend work will be required as the position responsibilities dictateThe City of Lethbridge offers a competitive and flexible compensation package including a generous health care spending account and a defined benefit pension plan (LAPP).STEPS OF HIRING PROCESS

• Applications will be reviewed for the required qualifications, education, experience, training, and skills

• Selected applicants will be contacted to complete a Personal Disclosure Form

• Selected applicants will be required to complete a Psychometric Assessment

• Selected applicants will be contacted for a Behavioral Descriptive Interview

• Security Clearance Check will be conducted

• Successful completion of a Polygraph Examination Procedure (applicable to applicants outside LPS)

• A minimum of 3 professional references will be contacted

• A successful candidate(s) will be selected and offered the position

• All components of the selection process will be administered, scored, evaluated and interpreted in a fair and uniform manner

• Duration of this process may take up to two months to complete.

• After the successful candidate is hired, 5 to 7 weeks of in-house CPO training with the Lethbridge Police Service will be required following the successful candidates start date.

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, AND proof of Community Peace Officer Level 1 Appointment or equivalent training online at:https://lethbridgepolice.bamboohr.com/careers/148**Please note only applications submitted through the above Bamboo HR link will be accepted. Applications submitted through City of Lethbridge website or other third party sites, will not be considered**Submissions will be accepted until 11:59pm on Wednesday January 18th 2023 with the intent of hiring by end of February 2023.For further information on this opportunity, please contact: Staff Sergeant Robin Klassen, Field Operations Support Section. 403-328-4444; robin.klassen@lethbridgepolice.ca“THE CITY OF LETHBRIDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER”We thank all applicants in advance for their interest.We will only contact individuals selected for interviews.Quick Apply

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