Community Peace Officer - Jobs in Sherwood Park, AB

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Community Peace Officer ensures compliance of municipal bylaws, various provincial acts, and legislation, as well as answers questions, conducts patrols, and investigates complaints ensuring accordance with County Bylaws and Provincial Statutes. This position administers actions, including regulated penalties to individuals or businesses, prepares documents for court and provides a supportive role to other County departments, RCMP, and outside agencies. Promoting public awareness and education are areas of focus.Responsibilities

• Conduct safe and efficient road patrols throughout the County and enforce infractions of County Bylaws and Provincial Statutes
• Enforce Provincial Traffic Safety Act, and other Provincial legislation pertaining to moving violations, parking, road usage, off highway and commercial vehicles
• Create complaint and enforcement action files, investigate complaints, and take action to achieve compliance
• Compile evidence and documentation for presentation in court in an accurate, professional, and unbiased manner
• Provide assistance to community residents, the RCMP, County departments, and community stakeholders, relative to bylaws, traffic safety, and community standards.
• Carry out safe work practices and adhere to other work-related and safety regulations
• Thoroughly investigate all complaints to ascertain validity and take appropriate action to bring an equitable solution of compliance or enforcement

Skills and Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of Strathcona County Bylaws, the Alberta Traffic Safety Act, and related Regulations and Provincial Statutes
• Knowledge of RCMP and Strathcona County policies and procedures
• Knowledge of the court system, including documentation, presentation, and testimony
• Knowledge of the safe operation of various enforcement tools (dog poles, two-way radios, radar, laser, pepper spray, batons, hand cuffs)
• Strong animal apprehension handling skills
• Excellent interpersonal, written and oral and communication skills with proven relationship building abilities
• The ability to work under pressure with efficiency and responsibility
• Demonstrated proficiency in SharePoint, Microsoft Office suite and related software and equipment
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills
• Strong commitment to Corporate Values, professionalism, and customer service

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related post-secondary education such as Public Security or Police Program or equivalent, plus five years of related experience
• RCMP Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
• Posses or ability to acquire Community Peace Officer Level 1 appointment
• Recent PARE physical standard test with a completed time below 4 minutes and 45 seconds
• WHMIS, First Aid and CPR Certification

Conditions of Employment

• In accordance with the Employee COVID-19 Vaccination Directive and Procedure, all employees of Strathcona County are required to be fully vaccinated and provide proof of vaccination by November 1, 2021, or will be required to participate in a rapid testing program
• Submission of Satisfactory Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
• Valid Alberta Class 5 Driver’s licence and submission of a 5-year Driver’s Abstract with less than 7 demerits
• Proof of physical and medical fitness – PARE physical standard test
• WHMIS, First Aid and CPR Certification
• Must be able to wear a full-face respirator while on duty
• Shift work is a requirement working days, evenings, nights, weekends, and statutory holidays

Equivalencies of education and experience may be considered. In addition to providing a dynamic working environment, we offer a competitive salary and benefits package.Successful candidates will be required to provide proof of educational and professional credentials as noted in the resume.This competition may be used to fill future vacancies for similar positions within the next 6 months.Competition #319-2021-EXT-RCM closes October 18, 2021Thank you for your interest in Strathcona County. We only contact candidates selected for interviews.A cover letter must be submitted along with a resume describing the interest in this position.Quick Apply

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