Community Peace Officer (Competition #26-38)

An hourly rate of $37.98 to $51.96, dependent upon experience, based on a 40 hour per week (shift work including weekends).

Parkland County offers a total rewards package including competitive pay aligned with the Collective Agreement of The International Union of Operating Engineers – Local 955, access to our confidential Employee and Family Assistance Program, and extended health and dental coverage. Our organization offers access to physical fitness including an employee on site gym and lunch exercise programs, a Social Club, a health, safety & mental wellness committee, and a comprehensive training program with extensive learning and development opportunities. Visit our careers page to view our Total Rewards Package for this position!

Parkland County has an opportunity for a permanent, full-time Community Peace Officer position in the Enforcement Services department.  Reporting to the Supervisor, Operations, this position will investigate and resolve complaints, provide effective patrol coverage while ensuring public awareness and enforce all Traffic Laws, County Bylaws and authorized Provincial Statutes.  Assistance will also be provided to Emergency Response agencies, County departments, and outside agencies as required.  This position will require excellent judgment, interpersonal and public relation skills in promoting positive customer relations on behalf of the County.

The ideal candidate for this position will have the following:

A Grade 12 Diploma supplemented by a two-year diploma in law enforcement, criminal justice or a related field.  Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.

Assets include: 3 years’ experience as a Community Peace Officer Level 1, certification (training) in OC spray, ASP Baton (within the last 3 years), experience in traffic enforcement (RADAR and LASER) and/or familiarity with traffic-related legislation.

All candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Community Peace Officer Level I appointment.

Must be willing to work shift work, weekends and statutory holidays.