Patrol Captain (Headquarters)

Manitoba Government; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Manitoba Government seeks a Patrol Captain (HQ) to lead recruitment outreach across educational institutions and Indigenous groups, and to support enforcement logistics at Conservation Officers HQ in Winnipeg.

The role requires strong leadership, decision-making, and the ability to work under stress while coordinating with multiple teams. It offers a pathway to oversee patrol operations and staff development within the Conservation Officer Service.

Qualifications

• Two-year Resource Management diploma or law enforcement diploma program completion by Sept 2026.
• Experience in law enforcement and legislative compliance as Patrol Captain or Patrol Officer.
• Strong decision-making, leadership, and stress management skills.
• Ability to supervise, coach, and mentor others; strong verbal and written communication.
• Applicants must submit course transcripts with application.
• Knowledge of policies and procedures related to Conservation Officer Service.

Responsibilities

• Provide support in delivering and organizing provincial recruitment outreach with schools, colleges, universities, and Indigenous groups.
• Operate the outreach trailer at organized events.
• Assist in organizing recruitment/hiring programs for Conservation Officers, Seasonal Officers and Patrol Captains.
• Assist enforcement service by organizing suspensions, restitution, vehicle transport, maintaining records and logistics.

Skills

Decision making

Leadership

Stress management

Time management

Coaching

Mentoring

Verbal communication

Written communication

Independence

Education

Resource Management diploma/degree

Law enforcement diploma

Undergrad degree in Law/Env Studies

Job description

Patrol Captain (Headquarters)

RO2 Resource Officer 2

Departmental

50 Weeks (Starting on Nov 16, 2026)

Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures

Conservation Officer Service, Conservation and Wildfire Services

Winnipeg MB

Advertisement Number: 45604

Salary(s): RO2 $1,930.40 - $2,241.60 bi-weekly Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: October 2, 2026

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation.The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

The Department of Natural Resources and Indigenous Futures is seeking strong, highly-motivated individuals to fill the role of Patrol Captain. Draw from your experience in law enforcement and help assist in a day-to day operations in Conservation Officers HQ.

Duties:
Patrol Captain provides support in delivering and organizing the provincial recruitment outreach program working with high schools, colleges, universities along with Indigenous and resource based user groups. This includes operating the branch outreach trailer at organized events. Provides support with the organizing of the recruitment hiring programs for Conservation Officers, Seasonal Conservation Officers, Patrol Captains, and Patrol Officers. Provides support to the enforcement service section by, organizing suspensions and restitution correspondents, vehicle transport, maintaining records, and managing other logistical tasks.

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Prior to September 2026, completion of year two of a recognized Resource Management diploma or degree program, or a graduate from a recognized law enforcement diploma program or Police Studies program; or year three of an undergraduate degree in the studies of Law, Environmental Studies/Sciences, with a minimum of 3 credit hours of law courses satisfactory to the department, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience satisfactory to the department. *Applicants are required to submit a copy of their course transcript along with their application.
• Experience in law enforcement and legislative compliance as Patrol Captain or Patrol Officer
• Ability to make decisions and problem solve.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Ability to work effectively under stress.
• Ability to work independently under limited supervision, with good time management skills.
• Ability to coach, train, and mentor others on the job in basic skills and best practices.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.

Desired:

• Experience supervising employees.
• Knowledge and understanding of Conservation Officer Service operational directives, policies, and procedures.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Must be eligible for appointment as a Patrol Officer.
• Must successfully complete the mandatory Patrol Officer Orientation Course, which includes Subject Control training.
• Must possess a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, including no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted. For information on how to obtain, visit the following website: http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/en/criminal-record-and-vulnerable-sector-checks . A current valid original Criminal Record check must be obtained and must not expire before January 1, 2027
• Must possess a satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check. To apply, go to the following website: https://www.gov.mb.ca/fs/childfam/child_abuse_registry.html A current valid original Child Abuse Registry Check must be obtained and must not expire before January, 2027. (valid for 6 months)
• Must possess and maintain current Standard First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR Level C) certificates or an approved equivalent by date of employment.
• Must possess and maintain a valid, full stage Manitoba Class 4 driver's licence or an equivalent out of province licence by date acceptable to the employer.
• Must be willing and able to work irregular shifts: including evenings, weekends and overtime.
• Must be willing and able to travel including overnight stays for extended periods of time.
• Must be physically able to perform the duties of the position including: working in various adverse weather conditions, walking over rough terrain and lifting weights of up to 50 lbs.

Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.