Auxiliary Force Cadet

City of Winnipeg

Winnipeg

On-site

CAD 59,000 - 63,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employer-paid benefits

Dental and vision care

Pension plan

Maternity/Parental leave

Job summary

The City of Winnipeg, through the Winnipeg Police Service, seeks an Auxiliary Force Cadet to support crime prevention and public safety with 10-hour shifts on-site at 245 Smith Street. The role includes patrol support, traffic direction, and safeguarding the police headquarters.

Required: Grade 12 or equivalent, valid Class 5 license, and customer service aptitude. Post-secondary education is preferred; NVCI certification is a plus.

Qualifications

Related work and/or volunteer experience required.
Customer service experience required.
Possess basic computer skills and ability to learn new technology.

Responsibilities

Respond to calls for service and assist in patrol duties.
Build positive relationships within the community.
Monitor security systems and assist in building safety at the facility.

Skills

Related work/volunteer experience

Customer service experience

Written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Grade 12 diploma; GED or equivalent

Post-secondary education preferred

Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) asset

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Related work and/or volunteer experience

Recruitment Details

Auxiliary Force Cadet

Department: Winnipeg Police Service

Designated Work Location: 245 Smith Street, on site

Position Type: Permanent, Full-time

Hours of Work: Shift schedules will be comprised of a rotating 4/10 work schedule based on 10 hour shifts, working days and evenings

Salary: $2,271.64 - $2,409.98 bi-weekly

Employee Group: Winnipeg Police Association (WPA)

Posting No: 127187

Closing Date: Monday, September 7th, 2026

Anticipated Class Start: June 2027

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a , diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applicants from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City are encouraged to apply. Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples, and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare in the online application .

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

Reporting to the Patrol Sergeant, the Auxiliary Force Cadet is primarily responsible to assist the Police Service in preventing crime and enhancing public safety in the community by being a visible presence to promote safety and security during regular foot patrols in various areas throughout the City of Winnipeg.

The Auxiliary Force Cadet Unit assists in building relationships between the Police Service and the community while permitting greater opportunity for Police Officers to concentrate on core policing duties. Responsibilities include responding to calls for service and aid with guarding crime scenes, supervision and transport of non-violent intoxicated persons, directing traffic, assisting in ground searches, and enforcing designated provincial statutes and municipal by-laws.

The Auxiliary Force Cadet also plays a pivotal role in the safety and security of the Winnipeg Police Service headquarters building and staff by screening visitors entering headquarters and monitoring various security systems in the public areas.

As An Auxiliary Force Cadet, You Will

Respond to calls for service and provide assistance
Foster and build positive relationships within the community
Assist in the safety of staff and security of the facility by monitoring various security systems and taking necessary action
Enforce designated Provincial and Municipal acts and by-laws
Other duties, as required

Your Education And Qualifications Include

Grade 12 diploma; GED Certificate; or equivalent *see important notes*
Valid Class 5 Full Driver's License
Post-secondary education in any field is preferred
Certification in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NVCI) is an asset
Related work and/or volunteer experience
Customer service experience required
Possess basic computer skills and ability to learn and adapt to new technology and/or programs with ease
Ability to read, interpret and gain knowledge of the Criminal Code and other federal statutes, pertinent Provincial Statutes and Municipal By-laws, and WPS policies and procedures
Knowledge of City of Winnipeg streets, roads, major routes and common place locations
Possess awareness of cultural diversity
Proficient in the English language, ability to communicate in a second language is an asset
Oral communication skills to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders including ability to testify in court, conduct informational seminars or provide educational presentations
Interpersonal skills with the ability to work as part of a team
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Build and maintain positive working relationships with the public using principles of good customer service
Written communication skills to prepare emails, reports, notes and complete narratives
Exercise good judgement and ability to define problems and find solutions to difficult and/or complex issues
Maintain composure and function effectively under high stress situations
Organizational skills to follow task sequences and categorization of data
Attentive with the ability to switch focus between two stimuli
The ability to establish and maintain a positive, respectful, healthy work environment that supports the physical, psychological and social working relationships with members at all levels in a team environment
IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service ** at application. If you are not submitting proof of Grade 12 completed within Canada, we require you to submit proof of a full-time, two year post-secondary program completed in Canada.

Minimum Requirements

18 years of age
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
No involvement in any criminal activity within two years upon submission of this application (including illegal drugs)
No criminal record for which a Pardon has not been granted
No more than four demerits on driver's abstract as assessed by the Winnipeg Police Service

Conditions Of Employment

Ability to pass and maintain Level 3 Winnipeg Police Service security clearance
Possess and maintain valid First Aid/CPR certificates
Possess and maintain a valid Class 4.0 Driver's License, no more than 4 demerits as assessed by the Service
Ability to successfully complete the Winnipeg Police Service - Law Enforcement Fitness Assessment (LEFA)
Ability to work 10-hour shifts/weekends/3 rotating shifts (Days/Evenings/Nights)
Ability to successfully complete additional training as defined by the Service
Ability to pass and maintain certification in mandatory training. Includes, but not limited to: Use of Force, Police Vehicle Operations, Mental Health and Ethics
Must meet current Winnipeg Police Service Vision Standards (Vision test will be required later in the process)
Must meet current Winnipeg Police Service Hearing Standard s (Hearing test will be required later in the process)
Meet pre-employment medical examination and psychological assessment

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