Recruit Constable

Recruit Constable is the entry-level uniform position for all applicants seeking a Police Constable position with Peel Regional Police.

**Responsibilities**:
RESPONSIBILITIES
Preserve the peace;
Prevent crimes, other offences and providing assistance and encouragement to other persons in their prevention;
Assist victims of crime;
Apprehend criminals, other offenders and others who may lawfully be taken into custody;
Lay charges and participate in prosecutions;
Execute warrants and perform related duties;
Perform the lawful duties that the Chief of Police assigns;
Enforce municipal by-laws;
Respond to calls for service;
Successfully complete prescribed training;
Commitment to Community-Based Policing principles and practices;
Display cultural competence when interacting with members of the community;
Perform 12-hour shifts (days and nights) including weekends and holidays.

**Qualifications**:
QUALIFICATIONS
Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident and legally entitled to work in Canada.
At least eighteen (18) years of age.
In good health and able to meet the physical, mental and medical requirements of the Peel Regional Police Service.
Good moral character and habits.
Successfully completed at least four years of secondary school education or its equivalent;
Meet vision and hearing requirements as outlined by OACP.
Possess a valid Ontario driver's licence with full privileges and no more than six accumulated demerit points.
Possess a valid First Aid and CPR certificate prior to employment.
Pass a detailed background check that includes security clearance, credit and reference checks.
If convicted of a criminal offence under a federal statute, you must obtain a pardon. If you have 'Findings of Guilt', which have resulted in absolute or conditional discharges, the records must be 'sealed' by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
Possess a valid Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) Certificate.

Salary Schedule

SALARY SCHEDULE
Constable, 1st Class - $108,571
Constable, 2nd Class - $90,617
Constable, 3rd Class - $80,549
Constable, 4th Class - $70,480
Recruit Constable - $60,411