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Experienced Police Constable - Kamloops

Job ID77065-en_US-3865
CompanyCanadian Pacific
LocationKamloops
ProvinceBC
Date Posted2020-01-24
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Description
  • Req ID: 77065
  • Department: Corporate Risk
  • Job Type: Full-Time
  • Position Type: Union
  • Location: Kamloops, British Columbia
  • Country: Canada
  • % of Travel: 0-10%
  • # of Positions: 1
  • Job Available to: Internal & External
  • Deadline to apply: 02/14/2020

 

 

Canadian Pacific is a transcontinental railway in Canada and the United States with direct links to major ports on the west and east coasts, providing North American customers a competitive rail service with access to key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services, logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see the rail advantages of CP.

 

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

The CP Police Service is a railway police department which delivers Police services to the CP network. Duties include emergency response, special events policing, risk reduction operations, investigation of criminal acts, crime prevention and public safety programs.

 

POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Public Safety through enforcement and education;
  • Prevention and detection of crime;
  • Enforcement of Federal, State and municipal laws, statutes and by-laws;
  • Criminal and Collision investigations;
  • Emergency response to incidents and calls for service;
  • Protection of Railway assets, operations and personnel;
  • Work with other Law Enforcement Agencies during investigations and in joint enforcement operations;
  • Maintain good working knowledge of relevant legislation, policies and procedures;
  • Effectively and efficiently plan, manage and prioritize workload and conduct general and directed patrols;
  • Be prepared to travel on assignments, in response to incidents and for training;
  • Possess strong communication skills;
  • Provide assistance to victims of crime;
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and prosecution files and deliver court testimony; 
  • Manage and escort prisoners;
  • Ability to work shiftwork, weekends & statutory holidays.   

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be a Canadian citizen. 
  • Must have a High school diploma or GED;
  • Post-Secondary education would be an asset;
  • Must be a FIRST class constable and be in good standing with a recognized Canadian federal, provincial, municipal or First Nations police service. Retired and recent law enforcement experience will be considered as long as it was within the last 12 months.  You must also have experience and the authority to enforce the Criminal Code of Canada;
  • Must possess a minimum of 5 years of experience as a Canadian Police Officer; 
  • Knowledge of the Canadian Criminal Justice System;
  • Community involvement would be an asset;
  • Basic computer skills are required;
  • Must be able to successfully complete a fitness test (PARE, POPAT or PREP);
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license for the province in which they are employed;
  • Must be qualified in First Aid, CPR and AED;
  • Must be able to meet CPPS Firearms and Use of Force Standards;
  • Must be able to complete and pass a psychological evaluation;
  • Must be able to complete and pass a polygraph exam.    

 

 

WHAT CP HAS TO OFFER:

 

  • Flexible and competitive benefits package
  • Competitive company pension plan
  • Employee Share Purchase Plan
  • Annual Fitness Subsidy

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

 

Medical Requirements:

Operating safely is a core foundation of CP. Our commitment is to protect our people, customers,  communities in which we operate, the environment and our assets. We are also committed to a  healthy and safe workplace. CP’s Alcohol and Drug Policy and Procedures (“Policy and  Procedures”) support these commitments.   All new hires for a safety sensitive position will be required to complete a pre-employment medical that includes a physical, vision, hearing, alcohol and drug audit assessment. Pre-employment qualification drug test(s) are also required. This includes candidates participating in the Trainee Program who will also be required to pass a drug test during the training process before receiving final qualification for the position.

 

Background Investigation:

The successful candidate will need to successfully complete the following clearances:    

  • Criminal history check
  • Reference check
  • Education Verification
  • Financial and credit check

 

CP is an equal opportunity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act ("PIPEDA").  



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