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Community Peace Officer Level 1 Full Time Job opening - Hinton state AB ( Job openings )
Hinton , state AB
( By Press Release office )
2024-01-02T00:00 - 2024-02-01T00:00 | 98 | 2
POSITION SUMMARY
Reporting to the Director of Protective Services, Fire Chief, this position is primarily responsible for seeking compliance with and promoting, facilitating, and enforcing provisions of municipal and provincial Bylaws with an application of fairness and consistency. This position works amicably with the public and other agencies for the purpose of preserving the peace and good of the community through education, compliance, and judicious application of the law.
WORK RESPONSIBILITIES
Customer Service
Promote a positive, professional image of the Town in all interactions and strive to achieve the highest level of customer service
Seek to become truly connected in the community by developing relationships and rapport with clients
Respond in a positive, professional, and timely manner to inquiries, complaints, or suggestions and follow-up as required
Defer issues to the appropriate person/Department/agency for resolution if needed
Job Knowledge
Act as an ambassador of the Town
Align activities within Council priorities
Enforce Municipal Bylaws and Provincial Statues as they appear on the individual appointments
Proactively patrol the Town
Investigate complaints and take appropriate action to resolve each situation
Complete daily reports and data entry into the reporting system
Teamwork
Participate in team meetings
Work in collaboration with other Town Departments to understand and meet the client’s needs and expectations
Willingly take on a variety of duties as assigned, some of which may not be part of the regular day-to-day expectations
Work in conjunction with outside agencies i.e., RCMP and Fish & Wildlife
Leadership
Behave in alignment with Town values and Policies
Demonstrate a willingness and commitment to learning over time for improved service delivery and organizational efficiency
Safety/Risk Management
Ensure that safety is the top priority of the Department
Understand and carry out supervisory responsibilities as outlined in the Town’s Health & Safety Directive
Work in a manner that is safe for everyone while reporting hazards
Emergencies
As declared by the Director of Emergency Management in coordination with the RCMP, emergencies will take precedence. All other responsibilities will then become secondary in such cases.
Assist the Town of Hinton Fire Rescue and Safety Service Area with incident management response as qualifications allow and as directed by the Director of Protective Services, Fire Chief or designate
QUALIFICATIONS
Post-Secondary Diploma, Degree or Certificate in law enforcement, criminal justice, or a related field
A combination of education and/or experience related to this position may be considered
Completion of Administrative Level 1 Peace Officer designation as per the
Peace Officer Act
Proficient with computers and systems, database entry, and Microsoft Office Suite
Knowledge of Municipal Bylaws, Provincial Statutes, and the legal system
Specialized training in Emergency Vehicle Operation, Animal Control, Collision Investigations, Photo Radar, Transportation of Dangerous Goods Commercial Vehicle weights and dimensions, use of baton, OC spray, or Threat Pattern Recognition (TPR) is preferred
Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a Criminal Record Check and Vulnerable Sector Check
Successful completion of an Approved Physical Ability Test (PARE)
A Class 5 Driver’s License with a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Able to work independently
Able to work as a dependable team member
Strong time management skills to prioritize responsibilities and requests
Demonstrate effective interpersonal communication, conflict resolution, and mediation skills
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Understand and demonstrate the skills required to conduct investigations
Understand courtroom procedures including attendance as a witness and documentation requirements
Adapt to rapidly changing situations in high stress or emotional environments
Build strong partnerships and trust with the community
Excellent customer service and public relations skills
Maintain a high level of confidentiality in all interactions
WORKING CONDITIONS
Details pertaining to the physical demands of the position can be found in the Physical Demands Analysis and Job Hazard Assessment with Health & Safety.
Hours
Able to conduct shift work including schedule rotations on days, evenings, and weekends as well as be on-call.
Physical Effort
Activities related to responding to an emergency. Must possess the agility, strength, and physical stamina to perform arduous and prolonged work under adverse and strenuous conditions. Varying levels of physical effort, including heavy lifting, sitting, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, reaching, driving, carrying. Repeated motion of tasks.
Travel
Position requires responding to emergency situations within the community using emergency vehicles. Must maintain alertness and respond appropriately using defensive driving skills in various conditions (traffic, weather, distractions).
Work Environment
Position requires responding to emergency situations within the community such as vehicular accidents in addition to moderate exposure to office and shop/yard environments. Significant exposure to the public in a service provision capacity. Potential exposure to biohazards. Risk of unknown variables in the provision of services.
HEALTH & SAFETY
Ensure the Town of Hinton health and safety policies, procedures, directives, and safe work practices are followed in accordance with the
Occupational Health and Safety Act
and Regulations.
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS/RESUME STATING COMPETITION NUMBER TO:
Jennifer Fidler
HR Assistant
Email: jfidler
@hinton.ca
Town of Hinton
2
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Floor, 131 Civic Centre Road
Hinton, AB T7V 2E5
We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment where every employee feels valued and respected. Special accommodations will be considered upon request. The Town of Hinton thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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