Sergeant, Community Peace Officer I- Closes June 1

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Is responsible for the education and enforcement of Municipal bylaws and Provincial Statutes that are within their appointment.
2. Supervising activities included, but not limited to, input into staffing, training, input into performance reviews, report assessment, coaching and monitoring tasks, and report/document creation.
3. Provides advice and information to the Fire Chief/Manager of Protective Services on matters relating to Peace Officer activities, training, education, enforcement, and investigation.
4. Provide information for annual and long-range operational and capital budgets.
5. Maintain an inventory tracking system of all required equipment and supplies.  This is to include planning for scheduled and regulatory equipment maintenance and/or servicing.
6. Prepare reports and recommendations to the Fire Chief/Manager of Protective Services as requested.
7. Provide information and recommendations for the operational maintenance of all enforcement equipment and vehicles.
8. Provide operational oversight by leading, coaching, mentoring, and training Peace Officers.
9. Provide input and assists with developing enforcement officers work schedules.
10. Provide input on performance measures, policy development, enforcement measures, and staffing levels to meet operational demands.
11. Oversee the education and enforcement of Municipal bylaws and Provincial Statutes by Peace Officer staff.
12. Ensure appropriate and timely response levels are maintained.
13. Address customer concerns for investigation and resolution, or re-direct for appropriate follow up.
14. Ensure orientations and training records are current, consistent, and stored appropriately.
15. Be a resource to Municipal staff regarding safety, education, and enforcement.
16. Respond to complaints under Municipal bylaws, Provincial statutes, and Federal Legislation.
17. Maintain a high standard of dress and deportment at all times, while on or off duty.
18. Monitor the Solicitor General website for CPO bulletins and updates on a monthly basis and ensure these bulletins are brought to the attention of the Fire Chief/Manager of Protective Services and other enforcement officers.
19. Compile and provide monthly performance statistics to the Fire Chief/Manager of Protective Services that will highlight all CPO activities, number of investigations, officer’s calls for service and tickets issued.
20. Ensure all enforcement officers are correctly producing and submitting their files in accordance with GOA Solicitor General reporting procedures.
21. Ensure appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is worn at all times, as per safe job procedures.
22. Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, organizational, and time management skills.
• Superior customer service skills, a positive team orientated attitude, and the ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities.
• Ability to work independently and collegially in a team environment.
• High degree of proficiency with Microsoft Office suite and database software.
• Basic accounting skills and familiarity with finance and budgetary process.
• Excellent observation, problem solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to interact tactfully with Municipal staff, Council and members of the public.
• Ability to work effectively with Peace Officer personnel, community and business leaders.
• Must maintain strict confidentiality.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to interpret, implement, and adhere to organizational policies and procedures. Strong knowledge of, and demonstrated results, in the effective application of a uniformed enforcement unit.
• Knowledge of court procedures on processing and laying charges.
• Demonstrated understanding and effectiveness in leading, building, and supervising high performing and effective teams.
• Proven ability to work effectively in a highly ambiguous, dynamic and demanding day-to-day environment.
• Strong supervisory, leadership, mentorship, and change management skills required.
• Must be able to work independently on confidential, sensitive, and complex issues.
• Skilled in exercising good tact and sound judgement when dealing with difficult situations and the ability to recognize and react appropriately to dangerous situations.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and Occupational Health and Safety is required.

• Knowledge of operational and tactical planning, communication, and good computer literacy.
• Demonstrated skill and experience interpreting and applying various levels of legislation.

QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Completion of a recognized diploma related to Law Enforcement, Conservation Enforcement, Security or Criminology.
• Minimum 3 years of diverse law enforcement experience.
• Minimum 2 years of supervisory experience in a law enforcement role.
• Must possess Community Peace Officer Induction program from the Solicitor General or have the ability to obtain the Provincial Community Peace Officer I designation. Including the following:
  • Qualification for OC spray.
  • Qualification in Threat Pattern Recognition.
  • Qualification in Emergency Vehicle Operations.
  • Qualification in Radar traffic enforcement.
  • Qualification in LIDAR traffic enforcement.
  • Qualification in ASP Baton.
• Physical Abilities Readiness Evaluation (PARE) or equivalent.
• Experience with Traffic Safety, Traffic Safety Plans, and the ability to development of a Traffic Safety Calendar.
• Emergency vehicle operators experience and training certification (EVOC).
• Valid Alberta Class 5 drivers’ licence and a satisfactory Drivers Abstract.
• Standard First Aid and Basic CPR certificates.
• Naloxone Administration certificate.
• Experience and training with computers and programs such as ROADS/MOVES, JOIN, CPIC.
• BEM, ICS 100, 200, and 300 or ability to obtain.
• Additional leadership course work is considered an asset. 

INDEPENDENCE AND SCOPE OF IMPACT 

The position is mostly unsupervised however the Fire Chief/Manager of Protective Services will provide program direction and overall authority.  Decisions and problems are varied, requiring the incumbent to use considerable judgement and discretion within policy, codes, and or legislation.  Supervision can be consulted in cases where several options are available.    The incumbent may be required to assist with the development of policy or new methods of work.

The incumbent’s decisions could result in major losses of time and resources or cause severe embarrassment to the organizations reputation and serious impact on public image.

CONTACTS

Internal – Regular contacts are maintained with other Municipal departments, Council and the Protective Services Advisory Committee (PSAC).

External – Regular contacts are maintained with the public, business owners, industry partners, law firms, Livingstone School Division, RCMP, Provincial Court, Fish and Wildlife, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, SPCA, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement, Sheriffs, Conservation Officers, BearSmart, and other government agencies. This will involve the exchange of information, interpretation, and instruction including handling specialized or difficult complaints and resolving problems by obtaining or presenting detailed information.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

The work involves the supervision of the Peace Officers and other enforcement staff.  The incumbent sets work priorities, assigns duties, and organizes the resources required to complete the job.  The incumbent is expected to lead by example and ensure that the quality of the staff’s work meets established standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The work is performed both indoors and outdoors.  Indoor work is typically performed in an office environment involving periods of sitting, good lighting, temperature control, and noise control.  Outdoor work is performed in all weather conditions including extreme cold, heat, wind, mud, dirt, dust and noise.  Outdoor work may expose the Community Peace Officer I to highway and local traffic while conducting traffic stops.

There may be exposure to insects, bees, wildlife, dangerous or vicious dogs in the course of performing their duties. There may be exposure to verbally abusive, or dangerous individuals, both in the community or on a Provincial highway.  There may be the requirement to attend emergency scenes with unsettling images and the requirement to provide initial emergency first aid.  There may be exposure to bodily fluids and other infectious disease.

Schedules are based on collective agreement and shall consist of 80 hours biweekly.

This role includes participation in the Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP) a defined benefit plan, extended health and dental coverage and a health and wellness spending account. All other details can be found in the Collective Agreement between CUPE Local 812 and the Municipality.