Patrol Officer
University of Waterloo
- Waterloo, ON
- $61,850-77,313 per year
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for maintaining law and order on University of Waterloo property, providing an environment of the highest possible security for members of a diverse university community and its visitors
- Enforces the Criminal Code of Canada, Provincial Statutes, City of Waterloo by-law's and the policies/procedures of the University of Waterloo
- Prevents and deterring crime by completing frequent foot, vehicle and bicycle patrols of the University of Waterloo property
- Responds to calls for service on University property, 24hrs a day, 365 days a year, in all elements of weather
- Handles complaints from the university community and visitors/guests, providing a resolution or mediation
- Completes general occurrence reports accurately and concisely
- Investigates crime-related occurrences on University of Waterloo property and interviews and interrogates witnesses, victims and suspects
- Collects, preserves, processes and maintains continuity of evidence
- Assists other emergency services when they attend University of Waterloo property or as directed
- Provides a customer service-based approach to the diverse university community and its visitors
- Assists faculty, staff and students facing unexpected situations
- Provides back-up coverage to the Communications Centre (dispatch) as required
- Provides traffic and crowd control to provide efficient movement throughout the campus
- Attends student orientations to give presentations on the Special Constable Service
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Graduation from a recognized Police College or Academy, or a diploma from a recognized Community College Law Enforcement/Police Foundations two-year program or equivalent education and experience required
- Current standard level of first aid certification and current basic rescuer level CPR
- Successfully completed and have a current, OACP CSS Certificate is considered an asset
- Valid Ontario G class Driver’s License or higher and acceptable driving history required
- Previous experience in a police and/or security environment an asset
- Will be required to meet the standards of acceptance as a Special Constable under the Ontario Police Services Act including an acceptable result from a criminal records check
- Applicant will also be subject to a background investigation prior to hiring
- Depending on experience and training, successful candidates may be required to successfully complete further formal training to meet requirements of the Department
- Excellent communication and human relations skills, including proven success in mediation of sensitive situations is essential. Ability to relate to a student population and experience working with a diverse population. Sound judgment, problem solving and organizational skills
- Must be able to work rotating shifts and overtime as required
- Physical fitness and psychological testing are part of selection process
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Ability to make necessary decisions while under pressure and in the face of uncertainty
- The Patrol Officer should exhibit qualities such as honesty, integrity, responsibility, attention to detail, excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and a willingness to work within a community policing model/framework
- Basic MS Word
- Average Level of Computer Proficiency
- Maintain a clear Police Vulnerable Sector Check