Community Peace Officer

Town of High Level; High Level; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits plan

Provincial pension plan

3 weeks vacation

Great team

Job summary

The Town of High Level is seeking a Community Peace Officer who will join a small Enforcement Services group. You will help maintain public peace, contribute to town beautification, and enforce municipal bylaws and provincial statutes with both proactive and reactive approaches.

Requirements include a diploma in Law Enforcement, Police Foundations, Criminology or completion of the CPO introduction program, plus a valid Class 5 license and clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of experience in law enforcement or related field.
• Diploma in Law Enforcement, Police Foundations, Criminology, or completion of CPO introduction program.
• Must meet Solicitor General requirements to be appointed as a CPO; valid Class 5 driver's license and satisfactory driving abstract.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintenance of public peace and town beautification.
• Proactively and reactively enforce municipal bylaws and provincial statutes.
• Handle bylaw complaints, field investigations and inspections.

Skills

Investigation

Field work

Bylaw enforcement

Education

Law Enforcement Diploma

Police Foundations

Criminology

CPO Introduction Program

Job description

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Discover Your Next Chapter: Community Peace Officer Opportunity in Northern Alberta

Are you looking for the next step in your career as a Community Peace Officer? Northern Alberta is calling!

Imagine living in a place where the long summer days stretch into unforgettable nights, and the beauty of the Northern Lights dance in the sky above you. In this stunning, close-knit community, your role goes far beyond duty. You’ll be a guardian of safety, a champion of wellness, and a vital thread in the fabric that keeps our residents thriving. Whether someone calls this place home or is simply passing through, your impact will be felt throughout the Town

Why Northern Alberta?

Endless Summer Days: Enjoy long, golden hours with vibrant sunsets that inspire creativity and rejuvenate your spirit. The area offers a variety of active living opportunities for everyone including off-grid adventures such as camping, quadding and snowmobiling, hunting and fishing. High Level offers pristine lakes and rivers for the water enthusiasts and is THE gateway for access to outdoor activities in Northern Alberta.

Breathtaking Northern Lights: Witness the world’s most magnificent light display, as the night sky transforms into a stunning canvas of color and magic.

A True Sense of Community: Join a place where neighbors are friends, and your work will have a real impact on the local community. Your projects will help foster growth, spark conversations, and build stronger connections.

Make a Difference: Your work isn't just routine patrol — your efforts and connection with the community will serve to strengthen the bonds that already exist.

Set Down Roots: Northern Alberta offers a unique opportunity to build a fulfilling life and career in an area rich with potential. Become part of the fabric of a community and see how your presence can influence and make a difference. High Level is alive with events including local festivals, rodeos, activities and sports for all ages and members of your family. Experience the rich Indigenous culture and celebrate many First Nations events and experiences.

This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to live, create, and thrive in one of the most extraordinary regions in the Province of Alberta.

Ready to take the leap and make a difference in Northern Alberta? Your story starts here.

The Opportunity

As a member of a small Enforcement Services group, you will be responsible for assisting with the maintenance of and preservation of public peace, Town beautification and ensuring a safe and viable community through proactive and reactive enforcement of the administration of municipal bylaws and provincial statutes.

You will use your investigative skills in dealing with bylaw complaints, conducting field investigations and inspections.

Your experience consists of a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement or a related field.

Your educational background includes a diploma in Law Enforcement, Police Foundations, Criminology, etc. or completion of the CPO introduction program. You must meet the requirements to be appointed as a CPO by the Solicitor General. Additionally, you will have a valid class 5 drivers license and a satisfactory drivers abstract.

In exchange for your education, experience and enthusiasm and desire to make difference, the Town offers

• competitive salary
• a comprehensive benefits plan
• the provincial pension plan
• starting with three weeks of vacation
• a great team to work with

For more detailed description of our Town and what it has to offer, please check out our website and our strategic plan at highlevel.ca

This position will remain open until filled.

Resume review will commence immediately upon receipt.

Candidates will be required to undergo enhanced security check