BPS - Experienced Officer

Competition #: 240033

Position Conditions: Officers begin their law enforcement career with Brandon Police Service in the Patrol Section. The Patrol Section is comprised of four (4) Platoons. The Patrol Section works a 12-hour shift consisting of 2 days, 2 nights and 4 days off. Platoon members are in uniform and responsible to respond to calls for service on a 24-hour day, 7 days a week basis. During their shift, they patrol, for the most part, in a single person marked patrol unit. In general, a Platoon member will maintain peace and good order, protect lives and property, and prevent and detect crime. While meeting the emerging needs of the community, they will deal with traffic problems, investigate hazardous/suspicious circumstances, provide crime prevention advice, and be a visible police presence.

NOTE: In order to be invited into the competition process, your complete application must be received by Human Resources and must contain all of the requested information. Incomplete packages will not advance without prior approval from the Competition Administrator.

Rate of Pay: $ $59.61 per hour (2025 Rates)

Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until filled.

PURPOSE OF POSITION:

The Brandon Police Service is a progressive police agency serving the City of Brandon. Our focus on community policing provides our officers with numerous opportunities for professional growth and development.

EMPLOYMENT INCENTIVES:

Four (4) or more years of Policing Experience* will start at a 1st Class Constable wage ($109,681)

Signing Bonus of $12,500

Enhanced vacation/holiday time

No exam

Pension portability**

Spousal job placement assistance

APPLICATION PROCESS

1. Submit Resume & Cover Letter online.

2. Complete the Appendix 3 attachment by clicking the link: Appendix 3

1. Submit the Appendix 3 package online or bring to Human Resources in City Hall.

2. Click the link for the Checklist to ensure your application is complete. Checklist

The Handbook has been prepared to provide an outline of the application and competition process. It contains information and forms that will answer many of your questions. Please read all of the information carefully before proceeding with your application submission.

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources for clarification at the phone number below.

Complete competition details and forms are available in the Handbook, which may be obtained:

1. Click the link: Applicant Handbook

1. In the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 410 9th Street; or

2. Phone to have a copy mailed.

The Brandon Police Service is committed to working with our community to maintain peace and order through law enforcement, education, and partnerships.

• Policing experience will be determined by the Brandon Police Service Executive

** MEBP has Reciprocal Transfer Agreements with the following Pension Plans:

• Brandon University Retirement Plan
• Canada Union of Public Employees' Pension Plan
• City of Winnipeg
• Civil Service Superannuation Board
• The Government of Canada (Public Service Pension Plan)
• MB Healthcare Employees Pension Plan
• Ontario Municipal Employees Retirement Board

If a Reciprocal Transfer Agreement does not exist, we are able to accommodate Individual Transfers In. The transfer amount required would be the amount required to provide equivalent pension service under MEBP not necessarily the same as the member's termination entitlement under the exporting plan.

The City of Brandon is committed to an inclusive, barrier free environment and will accommodate the needs of applicants under the Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those advancing in the competition will be contacted. If contacted to participate in the process, please advise if you require an accommodation.

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