Police Constable

-Reference Number:

28968_092024
Status:

Permanent - Full time
Job Category:

Health, Security and Safety
City:

WINNIPEG
Province:

Manitoba
Annual Salary / Hourly Rate:

TBC
Number of positions to be filled:

1
Application Deadline:

2024-10-25
Description:

Did you know that VIA Rail is carrying out ambitious projects to modernize its services and infrastructure? From our new ultramodern train fleet to ongoing improvement of our infrastructure and reservation system, we’re building the future of transportation in Canada. Working for VIA Rail is being a part of a collective effort in sustainable mobility.

As a constable in the VIA Rail Police service, you will discharge your duties in compliance with the Railway Safety Act and enforce federal or provincial laws related to the protection of property owned, possessed or administered by VIA and to the protection of people and goods on VIA property. The responsibilities of a constable in the VIA Rail Police service include protecting VIA passengers, employees and property, preventing and detecting crime, preserving the peace, maintaining law and order, responding to emergencies, participating in planned law enforcement operations as well as conducting minor investigations

**Responsibilities**:

- Enforce Part III of the Canada Transportation Act and federal or provincial laws, insofar as they relate to the protection of property owned, possessed or administered by VIA and to the protection of people and goods on VIA property;
- Proactively patrol in the areas assigned to you, including in stations and trains and along tracks, and intervene as necessary in certain situations;
- Provide an initial response to a priority call for service in order to ensure the safety and security of VIA passengers and employees;
- Intervene in response to incidents that require a police presence and that you witness while on duty;
- Arrest individuals as instructed by the police force, in accordance with regulations;
- Carry out minor investigations and assist other departments and the regional police in accordance with policy and procedure;
- Build and maintain partnerships with law enforcement and intelligence agencies;
- Liaise regularly with government regulatory agencies and other transportation agencies and associations;
- Build, maintain and promote harmonious relations both internally and with the communities VIA serves, including businesses, schools, community groups, individuals and other emergency services;
- Use intelligence-led and problem-oriented policing strategies, programs and tactics;
- Initiate and participate in crime prevention programs;
- Promote safety at railway crossings and on railway property, and enforce rules against unauthorized access;
- Carry out physical safety inspections and risk assessments and recommend measures to reduce risk and vulnerability.
Requirements:

- Have graduated as a constable from basic training at a recognized Canadian police college (or academy);
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
- Have at least 5 years of experience as a police officer and have been on active duty in an accredited Canadian police force within the past 12 months;
- Experience working with diverse Indigenous communities, demonstrating sensitivity to their unique practices and traditions, while also fostering strong relationships between our company and these communities;
- Be able to drive a police car safely and in compliance with standards, and hold a valid permit to drive an emergency vehicle in the province where you work;
- Be willing to travel and to work variable shifts;
- Excellent oral communication skills in both official languages;
- Solid written communication skills in English or French.

Competencies:

- Must have successfully completed basic constable training with a recognized Canadian police service (note that any Canadian Forces Military Police applicants must sworn Regular Force members who completed the Regular Force QL3; Reserve Military Police do not qualify). Salary will vary depending on experience and years of service and can exceed the current range.

WORK BETTER
- Adaptability: Adjust your behaviour and methods in response to new information and new situations. Adjust your approach based on the needs of individuals and groups;
- Problem solving: Consider all possible options for resolving difficult situations in accordance with procedures in order to achieve the desired result.

GENERATE RESULTS
- Ethical accountability and responsibility: Take responsibility for your actions and make decisions in accordance with the highest of police ethics standards;
- Knowledge of the company: Understand the business and use your knowledge of it to deliver the best service possible. Seek to understand the major concerns and main issues of stakeholders and find the best solutions available;
- Risk management: Manage situations and calls so as to minimize risk and ensure a safe environment for yourself and others;
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