Police Constable

**Police Constable**:
Are you looking for a policing career with an established, family-oriented, and progressive organization? The New Westminster Police Department may be the place for you We are looking for compassionate and service-oriented people that reflect the diversity of our community. We are seeking those with a strong desire to help others, are capable of thriving in a constantly evolving environment, and enjoy working with a close-knit team.

The NWPD is a mid-sized police department with over 200 employees. We are committed to having a professional and supportive workplace promoting employee equity, wellness, and fulfillment. We are a hard-working and welcoming team focused on doing great work and serving our community.

**What your key role will be**
As a Recruit, you’ll develop your policing skills during recruit training at the Justice Institute of British Columbia before completing real-world training with a Field Training Officer. You’ll learn about criminal and provincial laws, use of force techniques, the safe use of firearms, emergency vehicle operation, and many other important skills needed as a police officer. In addition to this, your role will include:
**Adaptability**:
**Assertiveness**:
You’ll communicate your thoughts and needs clearly, confidently, and respectfully. You’ll work within our community, providing a visible presence to reassure the public and deter crime. You’ll confidently take control of situations, establish boundaries, and use de-escalation techniques.

**Communication**:
You’ll convey information effectively and listen to others. You’ll be able to successfully communicate in writing, conversation, and through your body language. You’ll prepare reports to Crown Counsel, interview those involved in police incidents, arrest suspects, and testify in court. You’ll engage with those within our community to build relationships.

**Conflict Management**:
You’ll develop working relationships aimed at preventing, addressing, and constructively resolving conflicts. You’ll use de-escalation communication techniques when appropriate or use the necessary level of force as needed to stop an individual from harming themselves or others.

**Decision-Making**:
You’ll make informed and effective choices in various situations while assessing options, considering alternatives, and employing sound judgment to arrive at optimal decisions. As a front-line officer, you will engage in complex calls for service where quick decision-making skills will be necessary to choose the best course of action for those involved. You’ll have the ability to navigate discretion and common sense when dealing with the community.

**Ethical Accountability & Responsibility**:
You’ll take responsibility for your actions and decisions while upholding ethical principles and standards. You’ll ensure there is sufficient evidence or legal authority to take action. As a police officer, you’ll always do what is right regardless of who is watching.

**Leadership**:
You’ll lead, inspire, and influence others to collectively pursue a shared goal. You’ll build and improve relationships in the community to identify individuals and locations at risk of being involved in crime. You’ll be able to navigate relationships and situations using emotional intelligence.

**Planning & Organization**:
You’ll think ahead, set clear goals, prioritize tasks, coordinate activities, and allocate resources efficiently and appropriately. You’ll conduct full investigations, including taking statements, interviewing suspects, writing search warrants, and gathering other evidence.

**Risk Management**:
You’ll identify potential risks, assess their impact, and take appropriate action to minimize or mitigate their adverse effects. You’ll consider the health and safety of yourself and others when deciding on a course of action.

**Stress Tolerance**:
You’ll manage and cope with pressure, uncertainty, and challenges while maintaining composure and focus. You’ll respond to a variety of emergencies, attend accidents, and keep the peace at community events.

**Teamwork**:
You’ll collaborate and work effectively with others to achieve shared goals. You’ll work with your team to navigate complex investigations or work with community stakeholders as a means to navigate community issues. You’ll recognize and appreciate the entire team, sworn and civilian, working within the NWPD.

**Valuing Diversity**:
**What you bring to this role**:
You’ll have experience and success in many of the following areas:

- You are 19 years of age or older
- You are a Canadian Citizen or a Permanent Resident of Canada
- You have completed Grade 12
- You have completed a minimum of 30 post-secondary credits or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
- You have a valid Class 5 Driver’s Licence
- You have a valid First Aid Certificate with CPR Certificate (At Minimum: Standard First Aid