Job Description

Posted on: Oct 9, 2025
Posted by: Town of Westlock
Summary
The Community Services Department is seeking a motivated, result driven, team-oriented individual to join our team as the Community Peace Officer. Reporting to the Director of Community Services, the Community Peace Officer (CPO) is responsible for enforcing provincial statutes and municipal bylaws while building trust through education, community engagement, and proactive safety initiatives. The CPO performs these duties in accordance with the Town's authorization under the Public Security Peace Officer Program and the terms of their CPO appointment.
You will be working in a vibrant community of 4,921 just 85 kilometres north of Edmonton. We have all the amenities and more. Living in Westlock you can experience live arts, concerts, all sports or belong to one of the multiple community organizations. Town amenities include the Rotary Spirit Centre multi-plex, the Aquatic Centre, skateboard park, ball diamonds, parks and playgrounds. The Town's strong business sector provides all the services and shopping you will need. Your co-workers are focused on providing great public service and having fun while doing so.
Key Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include:

• Enforcement of municipal bylaw and provincial statutes
• This position requires strong judgement, professionalism, and the ability to manage sensitive or complex situations with fairness and discretion
• Provision of Animal Control
• Promotion of public awareness and education to encourage voluntary compliance
• Implementation of the Traffic Safety Plan including conducting traffic stops, issuing warnings, violation tags and provincial tickets
• Receiving and investigating complaints from the public
• Conducting proactive and high visibility patrols
• Building strong relationships, and developing respect and rapport with residents through positive interactions
• Reviewing and making recommendations on new and existing municipal bylaws, policies and programs
• Assisting in emergency response under the direction of the Director of Emergency Management
• Liaising and collaborating with RCMP, Crown Prosecutor, other provincial or municipal resources or agencies, and other Town departments
• Provide and participate in public education and various safety and crime prevention activities including participation in Westlock & Area Crime Coalition
• Participate in ongoing training, certification, and professional development as required to maintain provincial Peace Officer standards

Requirements
As a key player in our team, you will have the following qualifications:

• Diploma/Certificate in Law Enforcement and/or 3 years of related experience as a level 1 CPO or Police Officer
• Candidates must currently be appointed as a level 1 CPO or meet all requirements of Alberta Peace Officer Program to obtain a Level 1 CPO Appointment
• Minimum 3 years experience directly related to enforcement (in an urban setting preferred)
• Extensive knowledge of municipal bylaws, provincial legislation, and court and legal processes
• Candidates must have a valid non-probationary Driver's License with 5-year clean drivers abstract
• Must provide a clear criminal record and vulnerable sector check conducted by the RCMP
• On the date of hire, the candidate is required to meet the provincial standard on at least one of the following: Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE), Correctional Officer Physical Aptitude Test (COPAT), Police Officer Physical Aptitude Test (POPAT) or the Alberta Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police (APREP)
• Proficient with a variety of computer programs and systems such as MS Office suite, ROAD, JOIN, CPIC, GIS and APIS
• Valid certification/training in the following areas is considered an asset - Intermediate First Aid/CPR, EVOC, TDG, RADAR/LIDAR, OC Spray, Extendible Baton, Shotgun, PAL, ICS 100 and ICS 200
• This position involves both office and field work in varied weather conditions and may require lifting up to 50 lbs.

The Town of Westlock offers a competitive salary and excellent employee benefit program including Local Authorities Pension Plan (LAPP). Satisfactory background screening is required for this position including a criminal and vulnerable sector record check, and 5-year drivers abstract upon acceptance of the position. The Town of Westlock is committed to providing a healthy and safe work environment for all its employees. All employees are expected to perform work safely, follow all relevant OHS legislation, Town directives, policies and procedures and participate in all identified orientation and training. This position typically works a 40-hour week, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends required.
Questions: Please call Simone Wiley, Chief Administrative Officer, 780-349-4444.
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. The Town of Westlock thanks all applicants for their interest; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Please submit your resume with three references in confidence to:
Town of Westlock
10003-106 Street
Westlock, Alberta T7P 2K3
Phone: 780-349-4444
Fax: 780-349-4436
Email: employment@westlock.ca

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