Constable - Foot Patrol Team (Internal only)
vicpd
Deployable Police
Constable - Experienced
vicpd· Recruiting (2511)
About this role
All experienced officer transfers begin their career at VicPD in Patrol. Once two years in Patrol has been completed, officers may transfer to specialty units in accordance with departmental career path guidelines.
Job Description:
- Uniform position, may include plain clothes work as required
- High visibility focused enforcement of Criminal Laws, Federal and Provincial Statutes and Municipal Bylaws
- Conduct patrols by foot or vehicle and liaise with diverse community members
- Work collaboratively with other VicPD teams to develop plans and strategies to address operational priorities, solve and prevent crime
- Work 12-hour rotational shifts (two day shifts, followed by two night shifts, followed by four days off)
- Effectively communicate with members of the community and possess strong de-escalation skills.
- Where reasonable and necessary, use proportional force in accordance with VicPD Policy, the Criminal Code and the National Use of Force Framework to apprehend offenders and protect the public.
- Conduct Person / Vehicle / Traffic control as required
- Assist the BC Coroner with sudden death investigations
- Achieve and maintain qualifications as per Department Policy and Provincial Policing Standards
Mandatory Qualifications:
- Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
- Graduate of a recognized police academy in Canada
- Able to pass the Occupational Health Assessment (fitness and functional movement testing)
- Vision/Hearing standards at the recruit level
- Possess a valid class 5 BC Driver’s Licence or equivalent from another province
Preferred Qualifications:
- Self-motivated and possess strong interpersonal skills
- Able to work effectively in a team environment and when working alone
- Ability to effectively communicate and liaise with various community members
- Ability to solve and manage complex problems
- Ability to build and maintain effective relationships with members of our diverse communities including: youth, unhoused persons, marginalized and high-risk individuals
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the salary disclosed for the Constable - Experienced position at vicpd?
The salary for this Constable - Experienced role at vicpd is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Constable - Experienced position at vicpd located?
This Constable - Experienced role at vicpd is based in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Constable - Experienced role at vicpd full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Deployable Police position. It is posted as a Constable - Experienced role in the Recruiting (2511) department at vicpd.
Which team or department does the Constable - Experienced at vicpd belong to?
This Constable - Experienced position is part of the Recruiting (2511) department at vicpd. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Constable - Experienced position at vicpd?
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When was the Constable - Experienced job at vicpd posted?
This Constable - Experienced position at vicpd was posted on Nov 2, 2022. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Constable - Experienced
vicpd
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