Detective

The Region
The City of Grande Prairie is a vibrant, growing community located in the beautiful Peace Country region of Alberta. We are committed to providing exceptional public service and enhancing the quality of life for all residents.

Grande Prairie is a great place to live, work, and play.

The Police Service
In March 2023, the City of Grande Prairie made history by establishing the Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS), the first new municipal police service in Alberta since 1956. The GPPS is dedicated to creating a modern, professional, ethical, equitable, and locally accountable police service that significantly enhances public safety within our community. With a team of over 225 professionals—including police officers, peace officers, outreach workers, social workers, nurses, and civilian staff—the GPPS is positioned to deliver comprehensive public safety services.

The Opportunity
The Grande Prairie Police Service is seeking experienced and highly skilled Detectives. Depending on the assignment the work may include conducting complex investigations into serious crimes such as homicides, sexual assaults, major thefts, and organized crime activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in investigative procedures, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple high-profile cases simultaneously.

The Grande Prairie Police Service (GPPS) is a progressive and community-focused police service committed to excellence in public safety. We are seeking experienced police officers to play a key role in the establishment and growth of our new service. We are looking for individuals who can help us elevate ourselves to provide high-quality policing response to support the vibrant growing community of Grande Prairie.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into serious and complex criminal offenses, including homicides, sexual assaults, fraud, drug-related crimes, and organized crime.
• Gather, document, and analyze physical and forensic evidence to build strong cases.
• Conduct interviews and interrogations of witnesses, victims, and suspects in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Prepare detailed investigative reports, case files, and evidence packages.
• Participate in undercover or covert operations, surveillance activities, and the execution of search warrants as required.
• Testify in court as an expert witness and provide clear, accurate, and detailed testimony regarding investigative findings.
• Maintain the confidentiality and integrity of ongoing investigations.
• Stay updated on changes in criminal law, investigative techniques, and technological advancements in crime detection and forensics.
• Mentor and provide guidance to other officers in investigative techniques and best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Have been or are currently a sworn police officer with a Canadian law enforcement agency
• Have been a police officer within one year of application if they have less than five years of previous police experience; or
• Have been a police officer within two years of application if they have five or more years of previous police experience.
• Have a minimum of 18 months' continuous police service, inclusive of basic recruit training
• Previous experience in a plainclothes investigative section is considered an asset.

Benefits Overview

• Years of service credited for wage placement and vacation
• Participation in the Special Forces Pension Plan (SFPP), with pension transfer options available
• 4 week experienced officer training program.
• Comprehensive Health, Dental and Vision care
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health and Wellness Account

Transitional Allowance
You will receive a generous $25,000 transitional allowance for experienced officers, ensuring a smooth and rewarding transition to our team

Wages
Rank Hourly rate Yearly

Detective $67.00 $139,360.00

Closing Date
This posting will close March 27, 2026, with our experienced officer class starting Q2 of 2026.

To Apply

• Download the application attached to the bottom of this job advertisement.
• Once the documents are fully filled out, click, 'Apply Now' at the bottom right of this job posting.
• You will then be asked to upload your resume, please ensure you provide at minimum 10 years of former employment history. Follow the instructions to do so.
• Once you have uploaded your resume, you will be taken to a screen with a series of questions that need to be completed for your application to proceed.
• At the bottom of that page, after you have completed the questions, there is a button to 'Upload Document'. You are required to upload the completed Experienced Officer application form.

Other Information

• As an experienced officer you will be required to complete several steps within the recruitment process. This will include A-PREP, an interview, a psychological evaluation, a background investigation, and potentially a polygraph test.
• The GPPS does not have a Corporal rank.
• Applicants are advised that certain costs associated with the application process are at their own expense and are not reimbursed by the Grande Prairie Police Service (ex. vision, hearing, medical clearance for APREP, driver's abstract)
• If you have any questions about the application process, please contact