New Job Police Constable In Manitoba

Police Constable
Police Constable

Police Constable

Company : City of Winnipeg
Salary : Details not provided
Location : Manitoba

Full Description

The Winnipeg Police Service (WPS) is offering an exciting opportunity for those interested in a career within the WPS, as a Police Constable. As the Police Constable's daily duties include interacting with members of the public, the successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills, social perceptiveness, and listening skills. These requirements are critical in analyzing a situation and determining the appropriate action to take. Proficient organization skills, being physically fit and having the ability to work within a team setting are also necessary attributes to be successful.

As a Winnipeg Police Service Constable you will:

  • Promote positive public relations through Community involvement, including crime and drug prevention strategies
  • Conduct criminal investigations by gathering evidence, interviewing victims, witnesses and suspects
  • Patrol assigned areas and monitor activities to protect people / property
  • Enforce Federal, Provincial and Municipal Statutes as required
  • Complete crime analysis, identify criminal activity trends and develop solutions / projects in trend areas
  • Prepare and provide evidence in court matters
  • Other duties as assigned

Your education and qualifications include:

  • Grade 12 Diploma; G.E.D. Certificate; or equivalent
  • Valid Manitoba Class 5 Full Driver’s License
  • The ability to establish and maintain a positive, respectful, safe and healthy work environment that supports the physical, psychological and social working relationships with members at all levels in a team environment
  • Must have demonstrated acceptable attendance and job performance relevant to this position
  • Strong interpersonal skills including communication (both oral and written)
  • Ability to problem solve, using a variety of inter-personal skills including initiative, creativity, organizational and self-directed

*IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service** at application.

Preferred Qualifications:

Applicants possessing any of the preferred qualifications noted below, in addition to all of the required minimum qualifications, will be considered more competitive during the selection process.

  • Post-secondary education
  • Demonstrated commitment to the community through volunteer experience
  • Police-related work or volunteer experience
  • Stable work history involving a position of leadership, responsibility and trust
  • Work and/or volunteer experience involving significant interaction with the public
  • Knowledge of a second language or culture
  • Applied knowledge of computers and basic keyboard skills

Minimum Qualifications:

  • 18 years of age
  • Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
  • No involvement in any criminal activity within the last two years (including illegal drugs)
  • No criminal record for which a Pardon has not been granted

Conditions of employment:

  • No more than four demerits on your Driver's Abstract as assessed by the Winnipeg Police Service
  • Ability to successfully complete the Winnipeg Police Service - Physical Abilities Test (WPS-PAT)
  • Must be able to work 10 hour shifts including days, evenings and nights including weekends and holidays, as required
  • Ability to meet and maintain the standards of a Winnipeg Police Service security check / background investigation and required Police clearances
  • Must meet current Winnipeg Police Service Vision Standards (Vision test will be required later in the process)
  • Must meet current Winnipeg Police Service Hearing Standards (Hearing test will be required later in the process)
  • Class 4 Full Driver's License - Required before Offer of Employment
  • Successful completion of Standard First Aid Certificate - Required before Offer of Employment
  • Successful completion of Level C Basic Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certificate - Required before Offer of Employment
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination and psychological assessment
  • Prior to class start date, you must continue to meet the standards required by the Winnipeg Police Service. This check will confirm that you are not the subject of a police investigation nor are you involved in, or suspected to be involved in, any incident that would bring discredit to the professional standards of the Winnipeg Police Service
  • Prior to commencement of employment, the successful applicant will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination by providing a Government of Manitoba issued QR code and photo identification or providing proof of an exemption from the COVID-19 vaccination approved by the Government of Manitoba

Winnipeg Police Service Competencies:

  • Conflict Management
  • Respecting Diversity
  • Learning on the Fly
  • Results Oriented
  • Self-Development