YIPI Student - Winter 2027

Ottawa; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 11,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ottawa Police Service invites applications for the 2027 Youth In Policing Initiative (YIPI) Youth Placement (WINTER). This paid placement offers exposure to police operations, community programs, and skill-building for future employability.

Location varies by section and the rate of pay is $17.95 per hour, with 12–35 hours per week. Eligibility requires current full-time secondary student status in Ottawa, Canadian work eligibility, and successful completion of recruitment/background checks.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered full-time student (in a secondary educational program) during the current academic year.
• Resident of Ottawa.
• Between 15 and 18 years of age for the duration of the program.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Successfully complete the recruitment/background check process.

Responsibilities

• Compile, insert, retrieve, and reorganize information on databases and spreadsheets.
• Perform clerical/administrative duties including filing and data entry, including purging old or duplicate files.
• Answer general inquiries by phone.
• Photocopy, sort, distribute mail.
• Provide assistance with special projects.
• Promote and support Crime Prevention initiatives.
• Assist external agencies with their programs.
• Work within the community as an ambassador and support sports, arts and recreational programs with partner organizations.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Discretion/confidentiality

Good judgment

Willingness to learn

Education

Currently enrolled in secondary education

Job description

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Job Information

Position Title: 2027 Youth In Policing Initiative (YIPI) Youth Placement (WINTER) Section and Location of Work:
Consideration will be given for job preference but placement will be dependent on availability.
Location of work varies by Section.

Rate of Pay:
$17.95 per hour Hours of Work:
12 - 35 hours per week

Standard Length of Placement:
Winter Term

Overall Purpose

The Youth in Policing Initiative is a Provincially funded program for youth 15-18 years old attending a secondary school program. Participants will be provided with an opportunity to learn about the Ottawa Police Service, our community, and to develop new skills to increase their future employability. The program will allow students to consider policing as a viable career in the future.

Major Responsibilities

Under the direction and supervision of Section Managers (or designate), the participant will:

• Compile, insert, retrieve, and reorganize information on various databases and spreadsheets.
• Perform clerical/administrative duties associated with record operations such as filing and data entry, which includes the purging of old or duplicate files.
• Answer general inquiries by phone.
• Photocopy, sort, distribute mail.
• Provide assistance with special projects as assigned.
• Promote and support Crime Prevention initiatives.
• Assist various external agencies with their programs
• Work within the community as an ambassadorSupport sports, arts and recreational programs with partner organizations.
  

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Statement of Required Qualifications

Education:

• Must be a registered full-time student (in a secondary educational program) during the current academic year – returning to high school in the Fall.

Experience:

• Previous office experience NOT mandatory, considered an asset.
• Previous experience coaching children NOT mandatory, considered an asset.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Between 15 and 18 years of age for the duration of the program.
• Must be a registered full-time student (in a secondary educational program) during the current academic year – returning to school in the fall
• Resident of Ottawa.
• Successfully complete the recruitment/background check process.

Certifications and Licences

N / A

In service Training

N / A

Job Knowledge

N / A

• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written) with all levels of the organization and with members of the public.
• Demonstrated ability to identify issues and take the initiative to resolve them
• Demonstrated ability to work both individually and in a team environment and share information.
• Demonstrated willingness to learn.
• Good organizational skills.

Hours of Work

Monday to Friday day shift schedule

Occasional requirement for evenings.

Effort and Working Conditions

• Ability to pay close attention to detail and produce error-free work.
• Ability to act responsibly and conduct oneself professionally
• Ability to exercise good judgment.
• Ability to use discretion and ensure the confidentiality of information is maintained.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a timely and effective manner.

Desired Qualifications

• French, is an asset, but not required.
• Knowledge of other language(s), an asset.

Additional Competition Information:

We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected to continue in the selection process will be contacted.

Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available.

The Ottawa Police Service promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion. We provide accommodation during all parts of the hiring process as required. Applicants need to make their needs known if contacted to proceed to the selection process. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request.

Additional information about our hiring process can be found on the recruiting website.

Please direct any questions to [e-mail].