Job Description

Effective Date: 2023-01-30
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This position offers the successful candidate the opportunity for a rewarding career in law
enforcement with an opportunity for advancement while receiving police training and
performing a variety of functions within the Service.
Basic Constable Training will commence at the Ontario Police College in May 2023.

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PURPOSE OF POSITION
Report directly to his/her Platoon Staff Sergeant and to interact formally and informally with the
community to provide information, advice and education, which will be of assistance and
promote public safety.
By responding to assigned calls for service and providing victim assistance, community policing,
and performing routine patrol duties, the incumbent shall confront and resolve emergency and
non-emergency situations in a manner that protects lives and property, maintains public order
and provides assistance. Constables shall enforce laws, investigate offences and when
appropriate, arrest offenders, lay information\xe2\x80\x99s and prepare cases for court. Incumbents shall
also prepare and submit timely and complete verbal and written reports concerning
investigations and police service activities.
The duties of this position are extremely varied and unpredictable and require interaction with
the entire spectrum of our community. Experience and training gained as a patrol officer is
fundamental to virtually every other police position or rank within the Stratford Police Service.
Constables shall, in the performance of duties, respect and protect human dignity and maintain
and uphold the human rights of all persons.
The successful candidate would start as a Fourth Class (probationary) Constable prior to their
assignment to the Ontario Police College
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Respond to assigned calls for service
• Confront and resolve emergency and non-emergency situations in a manner that

protects lives and property,

• Maintain public order and provide assistance
• Enforce laws, investigate and when appropriate, arrest offenders, lay information and

prepare cases for court

• Prepare and submit timely and complete verbal and written reports concerning

investigations and police service activities

• Actively identify problems in the community and take an active role in resolving these

problems

• Submit regular progress reports
• Carry out duties in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Police Services Act

and other lawful assignments

• Be accountable to supervision
• Perform such other duties as are lawfully assigned

NOTE: The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work.
They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed under the
position title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee\'s normal line of work.
Knowledge

• Working understanding of relevant legislation
• A thorough understanding and good working knowledge of the organizational structure,

Written Directives, General Orders and practices within the Service, as they pertain to
duties performed
Skills

• Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Computer literate in C.A.D., RMS, Niche, and Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated communication skills
• Time-management and organizational skills
• Demonstrated proficiency in the operation of any assigned special vehicles

Abilities

• Ability to exercise good judgment and make good creative decisions
• Ability to problem solve
• Must also be flexible, tolerant
• Ability to observe, retain and prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and operate

general office equipment

• Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of comprehension and to

handle the public with courtesy and authority

• Ability to work in a team setting with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and produce work under strict and definitive deadlines
• All other qualifications the position justifies

Requirements:

• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position, having regard to

your own safety and the safety of members of the public

• Have obtained a secondary school diploma or its equivalent
• Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people

would look upon as being trustworthy and having integrity

In addition, you must:

• Possess a valid driver\xe2\x80\x99s licence with no more than six accumulated demerit points
• Have current certification in CPR and first aid by the time the offer of employment is

given

• Possess a valid O.A.C.P. (Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police Certificate) certificate
• Be able to pass a security clearance as well as a background investigation, credit and

reference checks

• Be able to pass the Fitness PIN Test

Please see the required process under the careers tab on our website: www.stratfordpolice.com

Applicants must include:
Completed Application
O.A.C.P. Certificate
Cover letter
Resume
Current First Aid Certificate
Current CPR Certificate
Valid Ontario Driver\'s Licence
It is the applicant\'s responsibility to ensure that his/her application package is received by the
Office of the Chief of Police by 1400 hours on February 23, 2023. Applications received after
this date will not be considered. Only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.
Prior to a conditional offer of employment, potential candidates will be required to undergo a
background check along with medical and psychological evaluations to determine their
suitability for the position.
Applications can be downloaded from our website: www.stratfordpolice.com