CPO 1 -Town of Rimbey

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The Town of Rimbey has an opening for a PFT CPO level 1. The ideal candidate will have experience in enforcing municipal bylaw and moving traffic infractions. If the idea of positively contributing to a rural town appeals to you, this position may be right for you.

https://www.rimbey.com/administration/employment-opportunities

Rimbey is a community with a population of 2,500 and is located 150 km southwest of
Edmonton, 53 km northwest of Red Deer and 45 km west of Ponoka.
Under the direction of the Chief Administrative Officer, this position is responsible to provide
community awareness and enforcement of Municipal Bylaws as well as various statutes as appointed
through the Province of Alberta, investigate complaints requiring the Community Peace Officer and
resolve same. The Community Peace Officer is required to provide assistance to Emergency Response
Agencies, Town departments and outside agencies as required. A Community Peace Officer Level 1
must possess excellent judgment, interpersonal and public relation skills in promoting customer
relations on behalf of the Town.

Qualifications
• Grade 12 Diploma supplemented by a two-year diploma in law enforcement, criminal justice, or
related field. Equivalent combinations of education, training and experience may be considered.
• Completion of the Alberta Solicitor General’s Public Security Peace Officer Training within the
last 5 years is preferred.
• Certification (training) in; OC Spray, Defensive Baton, experience in traffic enforcement (Radar
and Laser) and familiarity with traffic related legislation, experience in Municipal Bylaw
enforcement.
• 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.
• Eligible to obtain appointment as a Community Peace Officer Level 1 and obtain a clear Criminal
Record Check conducted by the RCMP.
• Must be willing to work variable hours.
• Successful completion of an approved Physical requirements (PARE) test.
• Valid class 5 Alberta Operators Driver’s License
For more information on this position, email generalinfo@rimbey.com.
Interested Candidates can forward their application/resume complete with wage expectations to
Attn: Craig Douglas, Town of Rimbey, Box 350, Rimbey, AB T0C 2J0 or by email to generalinfo@rimbey.com.
Compensation includes competitive benefits and a pension plan.
The Town of Rimbey would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however only those candidates
selected for an interview will be contacted.

This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.