Youth in Policing Initiative

Employment Status: Temporary Part Time

**Youth**in Policing Initiative - Summer Employment**

**The Team you are Joining - Who We Are**:
The Halton Regional Police Service contributes to the safety and well-being of more than 620,000 residents in Halton Region which includes the Towns of Milton, Halton Hills and Oakville, and the City of Burlington. It is our continual pursuit of excellence that keeps Halton at the forefront of policing and as a leader in the public safety arena. Through upstream approaches, partner collaboration, training, community engagement and a strong focus on inclusion and diversity, we have been able to maintain Halton’s status as the safest Canadian municipality with a population of 100,000 or more. This is exemplified through deep collaboration between our growing team of over 1,100 members and our residents, businesses, non-profit organizations, and municipal governments.

**About the Role: How You will Contribute to The Service**

The Halton Regional Police Service, in partnership with the Ministry of Children and Youth Services, is offering the Youth in Policing Initiative (Y.I.P.I.) Program to address the growing needs of our youth. This eight-week summer paid employment opportunity is available to youth aged 15 to 18 from Priority Populations who reflect the cultural diversity of Halton Region.

**Here’s What You’ll Get to Do**:
**The YIPI student**will**interact with, and learn about, the many aspects of policing, have the opportunity to serve their community, and learn about leadership and teamwork. The mandate of this program is:

- To provide a safe and positive summer employment opportunity for youth that is reflective of the cultural diversity of the community
- To enhance relationships between police and the communities they serve by developing a positive working relationship
- To promote youth participation and exposure to the work environment through diverse, educational, and productive work assignments with the police service that will impact the community
- To promote the Halton Regional Police Service as an employer of choice

**Is Y.I.P.I. for You?**
**Applicants must meet the following criteria**:

- Be a resident of Halton Region
- Must be age 15 -18 years (as of June 30, 2025) who are reflective of the cultural diversity of the community
- Must not have any criminal charges pending before the court
- Are legally eligible to work in Canada
- Must be a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Seek work experience / job skills training
- Would benefit from this developmental opportunity regarding leadership and civic responsibility
- Successfully complete the recruitment / background check process
- Agree to a mentoring relationship with our fellow officers and/or civilian members
- Will be returning to a Halton based high school in September 2025
- Available to attend the entire full eight-week program
- Must not have previously participated in any YIPI program
- Note: The successful applicant will need to pass a background check to the satisfaction of the Service which will include with verification of endorsement/recommendation, and a criminal background screen._

**What We Offer**:We offer the opportunity to join a progressive work environment with a leading police service. Our Service is committed to the values of Trust and Respect, Integrity, Accountability, Excellence, Teamwork and Justice.

**Hourly Rate**:This is a paid student position ($17.20 per hour for an 8-week term (July 2, 2025 to August 22, 2025) contract

**Working Hours**: Up to 35 hours per week: Monday - Friday. 8:00am to 4:00pm

**Location**: This position is based out of Oakville or Burlington facility. Facility TBD

**Transportation**: Transportation: YIPI students will be responsible for their own transportation to and from the location at the beginning and end of their workday.

**Other**:It is the responsibility of the YIPI students to supply their own snacks, lunch and water

**How to be Considered for This Exciting Opportunity**:
**Application Instructions**:

- You will be required to submit a resume. Please ensure your resume is up to date and accurately reflects your work and any volunteer experience you are a part of.
- You will be asked to respond to online questions by the posting deadline**:February 5,** Please be prepared to answer the following questions online:

- **Please tell us about yourself (example: school interests, sports, hobbies, accomplishments)**
- **What challenges have you faced in your community or personal life, and how have you worked to overcome them?**
- **In your opinion, what do you consider to be the strengths and areas for improvement within your community?** (Please list at least one for each)**
- **Based on your personal experience, what barriers have you faced, and how do you think the YIPI initiative could help you overcome them?**
- **Why should you be selected, and what do you hope to gain from the YIPI experience?**

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