Team Lead, Special Constable

Status - Permanent Full-Time - Temporary - Approximate length of assignment, in months - Type of Position - an Addition to Staff - Start Date - Immediate - Salary - Per hour - Salary Grade - $51.52 - $55.98 - Department - York Region -> Public Works -> Transit - Location - TRN - 55 Orlando Ave - 55 Orlando Avenue - Richmond Hill, ON L4B 4W6 CA (Primary) - Job Description (E) **ABOUT US** Almost 1.2 million residents call York Region home, making it one of the largest regions in Canada - and the fastest growing with a population that’s expected to grow to more than 2 million by 2041. Our geography, which is comprised of about 1,800 square kilometers over nine different municipalities, is as beautiful, interesting and diverse as our people. Local government is organized in a two-tier structure and we work together with our local municipalities to provide residents and businesses access to a broad selection of services and resources. **WHAT WE OFFER** Consistently named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes, we offer a collaborative, progressive workplace that takes pride in our organizational culture and is committed to living The 13+ Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace - aligned with our vision to create strong, caring and safe communities both within and outside our walls. - **Defined Benefit Pension Program** - With the Ontario Municipality Employees Retirement System (OMERS) defined benefit pension plan, you can confidently retire knowing that you will have income for life. Eligibility from date of hire as a full-time employee and includes employer-matched contributions. - **Employer of Choice** - Recognized as the highest-ranking government employer in Canada and fourth overall among 300 organizations. - **Benefits and Wellness** - Employees and their loved ones have access to a comprehensive employer-paid benefits plan that includes extended health, dental and life insurance, access to a 24/7 Employee and Family Assistance Program and corporate discounts and purchase plans for day-to-day products and services. - **Inclusive and Diverse Workforce** - We’re committed to fostering an environment that celebrates all dimensions of diversity and ensures everyone can develop to their full potential, participate freely in society and live with respect, dignity and freedom from discrimination. Our robust Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility program continues to grow, and has been recognized by the United Nations and many other organizations for our leadership. **ABOUT THE ROLE** Reporting to the Shift Supervisor Transit Enforcement, this position is responsible for enforcing the Region and local municipal by-laws applicable to Transit, the Criminal Code of Canada, and other related federal and provincial statutes on or in relation to all Regional Transit and affiliated properties. Also provides customer service assistance and security protection to Regional Transit patrons, equipment and properties. **WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING** - Provides guidance, training and oversees the work of staff to ensure the consistent and non-discriminatory enforcement of the Region’s and local municipal by-laws applicable to Transit, and the enforcement, processing and arresting of persons in contravention of the Criminal Code of Canada, and other related federal and provincial statutes on the Region’s Transit and affiliated properties. - Maintains operating protocol with Regional Police, enforcement agencies and court services. - Assists Regional Police in criminal investigations as required. - Issues and monitors the issuance of appropriate offence notices, summonses, or appearance notices to individuals for non-compliance. - Conducts investigations and resolves issues relating to infractions, fraudulent activities regarding transit fares, etc. - Provides training to staff. - Provide first-level emergency response assistance at the Region’s Transit and affiliated properties. - Conducts and schedules patrols of Region Transit premises and equipment, protects site or evidence, obtains statements from witnesses, and provides first aid and/or assistance to passengers, employees, and emergency services. - Performs other duties as assigned, in accordance with Branch and Department objectives. **WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR** - Successful completion of a Community College Diploma in Law Enforcement or related field or approved equivalent combination of education and experience. - Minimum five (5) years experience in law enforcement including customer service. - Valid First Aid Certification in CPR level “C” with AED. - Minimum vision and hearing standards as defined by the relevant governing bodies. - Successful completion of the Skills Assessment and the physical fitness requirements. - Medical screening and psychological testing, interview and assessment, all as defined by the Constable Selection System. - Satisfactory Criminal Records Check and Police Background Investigation for the purposes of obtai