The Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87 invites applications for the position of Public Safety Peace Officer. The Public Safety Peace Officer is responsible for enforcing Provincial Statutes and Municipal Bylaws by conducting proactive patrols throughout the M.D. of Bonnyville. Crime prevention, commercial vehicles, conventional traffic enforcement, animal complaints, school presentations, and community engagement are at the core of our operations.
Duties & Responsibilities:
- Conduct highly visible patrols within the M.D. of Bonnyville to prevent and detect Municipal Bylaw and select Provincial Statute violations. Includes traffic patrol, commercial vehicle enforcement and rural crime prevention duties.
- Conduct investigations, collect and store evidence, obtain statements, and compile and present reports.
- Draft and complete various types of charging documents including bylaw tickets and Provincial Court documentation.
- Act on various situations such as traffic stops, complaint response, and interacting with the public to effectively articulate reasons for action taken.
- Accomplish checks of commercial vehicles, including gravel and oil haulers to ensure safe operation and compliance with commercial vehicle safety and overweight legislation.
- Conduct crime prevention patrols throughout the municipality to deter and detect crime. This may involve some extended working hours.
- Perform various related tasks during a municipal emergency or disaster situation which may involve working extended or abnormal hours.
- Respond to complaints from the public regarding Municipal Bylaws and Provincial Statutes.
- Follow the policies and procedures established for Public Safety and the MD of Bonnyville.
- Utilize the in-car computer to write reports, conduct searches, and navigate MD of Bonnyville software.
- Liaison with other local enforcement agencies.
- Participate in, and/or provide security for, municipal events and functions as determined by administration.
- Attend community functions and events as a representative of the department or municipality.
- Conduct traffic control for emergency situations, parades, funeral processions, and other activities as required.
- Maintain a high level of dress and deportment that will demonstrate a positive representation of the Public Safety department.
- Perform other related duties within the scope of the position as required.
Qualifications for Experienced Applicant:
- Grade 12 diploma or equivalent.
- A minimum of three (3) years as a Police Officer, Alberta Peace Officer, or Level 1 Community Peace Officer with traffic enforcement authority or equivalent.
- Valid Class 5 Alberta Operator’s License (subject to a driver license abstract check).
- Valid First Aid/CPR certificate.
- Experience conducting and enforcing traffic and commercial truck laws including moving violations and truck axle overweight.
- Qualification in operating Radar/Lidar equipment is an asset.
- Experience working with Alberta Provincial Statutes is an asset.
- ASP baton, OC spray training within last 3 years.
- Criminal record check/Enhanced Reliability screening conducted by the police of jurisdiction (proof required at time of interview).
- Qualification in Crime Prevention though Environmental Design (CPTED) would be considered an asset.
- Computer proficiency with ROADS, Microsoft Office, and MRF would be an asset.
- Ability to deal effectively with complaint investigation, conflict resolution, and perform duties with minimal supervision.
- Ability to deal with people in a fair manner, and to act with sound judgement under pressure.
- Strong public relations, time management, and interpersonal communication skills are required.
- Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) trained.
Qualifications for Applicant without Previous Law Enforcement Experience:
- Grade 12 diploma supplemented by a two-year diploma in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field.
- Completion of the Solicitor General’s Public Security Peace Officer training or equivalent.
- An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience may be considered.
Physical Requirements:
- Physically demanding job tasks.
- Good hearing and eyesight are necessary to perform certain job requirements.
- PARE Police Physical Abilities test with a passing score of 4 minutes 45 seconds (during initial hiring process).
Please visit md.bonnyville.ab.ca/jobs.aspx for a full job description.
All interested applicants are invited to submit their resume, in confidence to:
Municipal District of Bonnyville No. 87
Attn: Human Resources
Postal Bag 1010
Bonnyville, Alberta T9N 2J7
Fax : 780-826-4524
Email: hr@md.bonnyville.ab.ca
Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found.