Community Peace Officer Level 1

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Open

Community Peace Officer Level 1

Full Time • Permanent Employment

Salary: $75,5++ to $+4,+35

Hours: 40 hours per week (Shift Work / Irregular Schedule)

Closing Date: Open until a suitable candidate is found

Posting Date: May 16, 2025

If you are a community-minded individual, looking to make your community a safer place through enforcement and positive public interaction, an opportunity awaits with the Town of Peace River.

Reporting to the Director of Protective Services, the Community Peace Officer is part of a team that will provide awareness and enforcement of Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes as per the approved budget, policies and procedures of the Town of Peace River. You will also be responsible to ensure a safe and pleasant community through community involvement, positive visibility and public relations.

Peace River is a progressive urban centre in Northwest Alberta, and is a scenic, growing town that is home to just under 7,000 residents. The community is situated in the Peace River Valley and straddles the banks of the mighty Peace River. The town is within a five hours’ drive north of Edmonton and two hours northeast of Grande Prairie.

Qualifications:

Completion of Grade 12 Diploma

Current successful completion of an approved physical abilities test for uniformed enforcement roles

Successful completion of the Community Peace Officer Induction Course taught at the Solicitor General and Public Security Staff College

Current Radar Certification

Experience:

Two (2) years of applicable Law Enforcement experience

Ability to interpret and enforce Town Bylaws and Provincial Statutes

Effective written, presentation and oral communication skills

Well-developed public relations skills; must be able to respond courteously and professionally when enforcing bylaws and statutes and have a proven ability to resolve conflict situations

Clean Criminal Records Check, Driver’s Abstract and Valid Class 5 license

A full job description is available upon request. Compensation includes a competitive benefits and pension plan.

What We Offer:

Your work will have a direct impact on quality of our residents’ day-to-day lives

Regular training opportunities to expand your skills and knowledge

Short commute to work

Our leadership team values your voice and input and welcomes feedback

Free gym membership

And more!

The Town of Peace River welcomes diversity in the workplace and encourages applications from all qualified applicants.

Apply to:

Employee Services Manager

hr@peaceriver.ca

Quote Competition #25/013

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2025 05 16 Community Peace Officer Level 1.pdf