Cadet- Constable

Akwesasne; Quebec; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service is seeking a Police Constable to help maintain public peace and enforce laws within the community. The role involves investigating incidents in the assigned patrol area and upholding safety in line with the service philosophy.

Applicants must meet citizenship/age requirements, hold Ontario Grade 12, a valid G licence, and pass medical/psychological evaluations. Native preference in hiring is noted; vaccination against COVID-19 is required.

Qualifications

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
• Be at least 19 years of age or older.
• Ontario Grade 12 (OSSD) or equivalency.
• Not have any criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted or an absolute/conditional discharge that has not been sealed.
• Class 'G' Ontario driver's licence in good standing; (a copy of your driver’s abstract is also required).
• Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position, having regard to their own safety and the safety of members of the public.
• Be of good moral character and habits, meaning being an individual other people would look upon as being trustworthy and having integrity.
• Certified in Standard First-Aid and C.P.R. (level "C") is considered an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Knowledge and understanding of the Mohawk language & culture would be an asset.
• Police foundations would be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Preserving the peace;
• Preventing crimes and other offences and providing assistance and encouragement to other persons in their prevention;
• Assisting victims of crime;
• Apprehending criminals and other offenders who may lawfully be taken into custody;
• Laying charges and participating in prosecutions;
• Executing warrants that are to be executed by police officers and performing related duties;
• Performing other lawful duties that the chief of police assigns;
• Enforcement of Highway Traffic Act, community by-laws, all other Provincial Statutes, and the Criminal Code of Canada as well as other Federal Statutes.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality and take an Oath of Secrecy.
• Referring individuals to community services and agencies.

Skills

Excellent verbal/written communication

Mohawk language knowledge (asset)

Integrity and good moral character

Ability to maintain confidentiality

Education

Ontario Grade 12 (OSSD) or equivalency

Police foundations (asset)

Job description

To perform the public duties associated with maintaining and fostering community peace and social order within the framework of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service philosophy. To investigate criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences within an assigned patrol area.

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• Be at least 19 years of age or older;
• Ontario Grade 12 (OSSD) or equivalency;
• Not have any criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted or an absolute/conditional discharge that has not been sealed;
• Class 'G' Ontario driver's licence in good standing; (a copy of your driver’s abstract is also required to be included in your application package).
• Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position, having regard to their own safety and the safety of members of the public;
• Be of good moral character and habits, meaning being an individual other people would look upon as being trustworthy and having integrity;
• Certified in Standard First-Aid and C.P.R. (level \"C\") is considered an asset;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• Knowledge and understanding of the Mohawk language & culture would be an asset.
• Police foundations would be considered an asset.

RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES OF POLICE OFFICER:

• Preserving the peace;
• Preventing crimes and other offences and providing assistance and encouragement to other persons in their prevention;
• Assisting victims of crime;
• Apprehending criminals and other offenders who may lawfully be taken into custody;
• Laying charges and participating in prosecutions;
• Executing warrants that are to be executed by police officers and performing related duties;
• Performing other lawful duties that the chief of police assigns;
• Enforcement of Highway Traffic Act, community by-laws, all other Provincial Statutes, and the Criminal Code of Canada as well as other Federal Statutes.
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality and take an Oath of Secrecy.
• Referring individuals to community services and agencies.

TRAINING AS A POLICE CONSTABLE

12 weeks of basic constable training takes place at the Ontario Police College (OPC) in Alymer, Ontario followed by five more weeks of Post-OPC training at the Provincial Police Academy. This training is designed to provide future constables with a sound knowledge of the laws and procedures a front-line officer is required to apply in the performance of their duties.

Essential knowledge, skills and abilities related to the administration of justice, officer and public safety are developed through skill development, classroom discussion, case studies and simulation exercises.

Successful applicants will be required to have a medical/physical examination and a psychological screening completed from a physician appointed by the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service at the applicants’ expense.

All applicants must be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19.

• Applicants must clearly outline that they meet the qualification requirements on their resume.
• Native preference in hiring.
• A clear criminal record check is mandatory and must be inlccluded in your application package.
• As a requirement of employment, all applicants must have a Canadian Social Insurance number.
• An eligibility list will be created for one year.

Applicants must provide the following information:

• Resume
• A Completed Constable Application that includes copies of;
• Copy of valid Drivers License
• Copy of Drivers abstract (record)
• Written Consent to Security Clearance Check
• High school and college transcripts
• Copy of Birth Certficiate
• Copy of Indian Status Card
• Copy of First Aid / CPR Certification
• Proof of COVID‑19 vaccination

APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO SUBMIT ANY OF THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY SCREENED-OUT OF THE SELECTION PROCESS.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. The Mohawk Council of Akwesasne reserves the right to retract, postpone, or revise employment opportunities at any time.