RockyView County - CPO1

Job Number: J1215–0342
Job Title: Community Peace Officer Level I
Job Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Calgary
City/Province: Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Number Of Positions: 1
Date Posted: December 21, 2015
Closing Date: January 24, 2016
Start Date: February 1, 2016
Salary: $69,736.00 — $78,516.00/Year

As one of Canada’s fastest growing municipalities, Rocky View County offers significant opportunities for professional development. Our dedicated employees work with a variety of stakeholders to develop innovative and unique solutions for the complexities of rural and urban development. We seek individuals who thrive on challenges, who provide excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment, and whose positive energy enables the County to grow and prosper.

Position Summary:
The Community Peace Officer Level I is responsible for the enforcement of Municipal Bylaws and Provincial Statutes within Rocky View County.

Core Accountabilities:
• Conduct routine traffic patrols and check stops throughout the County. Detect and enforce existing statutes and regulations in accordance with their Provincial appointments.
• Conduct Commercial Safety Vehicle Safety Alliance Inspections of commercial vehicles to ensure compliance.
• Perform traffic control duties which may include: parades, funerals, traffic accident scenes, emergency and non-emergency scenes as required or directed.
• Partner with other agencies to conduct joint forces operations (JFO) check stops and S.T.E.P. programs.
• Display strong investigation skills ensuring tact and diplomacy at all times.
• Ensure Development Appeal Board reports are prepared and submitted in a timely fashion to Development Officer.
• Identify and report road hazards and other infrastructure deficiencies.
• Interpret and apply appropriate legislation and policy to enforce laws (including Bylaws) in the jurisdiction.
• Respond to Municipal Bylaw complaints in a timely manner and resolve complaints through enforcement measures such as: mediation, warning, and prosecution.
• Ensure a strong focus on customer service requiring both timely and appropriate follow-up with complainants and alleged offenders. Call back on all complaints within 1 hour.
• Prepare for and attend scheduled court duty as required.
• Assist with disaster and emergency situations as necessary or directed.
• Build a positive team atmosphere within the work unit and foster positive relationships with internal and external customers.
• Display leadership and direction to junior members. Display leadership and guidance when dealing with the public in confrontational or difficult situations.
• Display decisiveness and take control of confrontational and difficult situations as required.
• Ensure the highest standards of public service are maintained when dealing with County residents and visitors.
• Become actively involved in the communities through positive interaction and the use of problem solving strategies.
• Meet job expectations, goals or measures.
• Conduct public educational seminars at assigned schools, service groups and events as required.
• Protect the integrity of employees and the business of Rocky View County by acting in a professional and responsible manner at all times.
• Protect privacy, use information appropriately, and maintain the confidentiality and security of all information related to employees, business and residents of Rocky View County.
• Adhere to Health and Safety Legislation and Rocky View safe work policies and procedures at all times, ensuring the protection and safety of self, co-workers, the public and environment.

Position Requirements:
• Two year law Enforcement Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institute.
• Five years recent experience related to Canadian law enforcement.
• Eligible for appointment with the Alberta Solicitor General.
• Clean Criminal Record.
• Current Federal Firearm Possession License.
• Successful completion of PARE physical fitness test.
• Maintain self-discipline and professionalism at all times.
• Possess the ability to react quickly and remain calm in stressful situations. Communicate effectively and tactfully — one-on-one or in a group environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and experience of basic computer functions (log on, check emails, open and save documents in MS Office Suite) as well as basic keyboarding skills.
• Proficiency in Enforcement software, Parcel Information System, CAMS II (Central Asset Management System), and Moves (Motor Vehicle System).
• Possess a clean, valid class 5 driver’s license.

Preference will be given to individuals who hold a valid Level 1 Peace Officer Appointment with current radar/laser training as well as commercial vehicle enforcement experience.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
Please Note: All applicants must be legally entitled to live and work in Canada.

For more information or to apply, please visit: https://www.rockyview.jobs