Community Peace Officer Level 1

Town of Peace River; Peace River; On-site; CAD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Town of Peace River is seeking a Community Peace Officer to enhance community safety through enforcement and public interaction. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and benefits, with opportunities for training and professional development. The ideal candidate will have law enforcement experience and strong communication skills, contributing positively to the community's well-being.

Benefits

Free gym membership

Regular training opportunities

Competitive benefits and pension plan

Short commute to work

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma.
• Successful completion of an approved physical abilities test.
• Two years of applicable Law Enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide awareness and enforcement of Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes.
• Ensure a safe and pleasant community through public relations.
• Respond courteously and professionally when enforcing bylaws.

Skills

Effective written communication

Presentation skills

Public relations skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Grade 12 Diploma

Community Peace Officer Induction Course

Current Radar Certification

Job description

Full Time

• Permanent Employment Salary: $75,599 to $94,935 Hours: 40 hours per week (Shift Work / Irregular Schedule) Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found Posting Date: May 16, 2025
  
  

If you are a community-minded individual, looking to make your community a safer place through enforcement and positive public interaction, an opportunity awaits with the Town of Peace River.

Reporting to the Director of Protective Services, the Community Peace Officer is part of a team that will provide awareness and enforcement of Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes as per the approved budget, policies and procedures of the Town of Peace River. You will also be responsible to ensure a safe and pleasant community through community involvement, positive visibility and public relations.

Peace River is a progressive urban centre in Northwest Alberta, and is a scenic, growing town that is home to just under 7,000 residents. The community is situated in the Peace River Valley and straddles the banks of the mighty Peace River. The town is within a five hours’ drive north of Edmonton and two hours northeast of Grande Prairie.

Qualifications

• Completion of Grade 12 Diploma
• Current successful completion of an approved physical abilities test for uniformed enforcement roles
• Successful completion of the Community Peace Officer Induction Course taught at the Solicitor General and Public Security Staff College
• Current Radar Certification
  
  

Experience

• Two (2) years of applicable Law Enforcement experience
• Ability to interpret and enforce Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes
• Effective written, presentation and oral communication skills
• Well-developed public relations skills; must be able to respond courteously and professionally when enforcing bylaws and statutes and have a proven ability to resolve conflict situations
• Clean Criminal Records Check, Driver’s Abstract and Valid Class 5 license
  
  

A full job description is available upon request. Compensation includes a competitive benefits and pension plan.

What We Offer

• Your work will have a direct impact on quality of our residents’ day-to-day lives
• Regular training opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge
• Short commute to work
• Our leadership team values your voice and input and welcomes feedback
• Free gym membership
• And more!
  
  

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants.

Apply To

Employee Services Manager

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