Job Description

Join CPKC, North America's first transnational railroad connecting U.S. Canada and Mexico, where your career drives progress and safety is paramount. We connect communities, fuel economic growth, and provide meaningful work in a culture that values diversity, accountability, and pride. With opportunities for training, development, and advancement, you're not just building a career-you're part of something bigger. Together, we move goods, connect people, and create lasting change. Your future starts here.
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:
Take on a unique and impactful role in protecting Canada's vital rail infrastructure. As part of this specialized law enforcement team, you'll respond to emergencies, investigate crimes, enforce laws, and lead risk reduction and public safety programs that safeguard communities and critical transportation networks. This is more than policing-it's about serving with purpose, collaborating with other agencies, and ensuring the smooth and secure movement of people and goods across the nation. If you're ready to make a tangible difference in public safety while tackling diverse challenges, the CPKC Police Service offers you an extraordinary career opportunity.
The position can be based out of detachment locations across Canada
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Promote public safety by enforcing federal, provincial, and municipal laws, educating the community, and collaborating with other law enforcement agencies during investigations and joint operations
• Prevent and detect crime through proactive patrols, investigations, and the effective management of workload, including responding to emergency incidents and general calls for service
• Conduct criminal and collision investigations, prepare comprehensive reports and prosecution files, and deliver professional court testimony as required.
• Protect railway assets, operations, and personnel, ensuring the safety and security of critical infrastructure
• Provide assistance and support to victims of crime while managing responsibilities such as escorting prisoners and maintaining public trust
• Maintain strong communication skills, a solid understanding of relevant legislation, and adherence to policies and procedures to ensure effective enforcement and service delivery
• Be flexible and prepared for travel on assignment, 'on-call' duty, and rotating schedules, including working nights, weekends, and holidays as part of operational requirements
• Plan, manage, and prioritize workload effectively while conducting patrols, collaborating with other agencies, and staying prepared for training opportunities or emerging assignments

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma with a preference for post-secondary education and community involvement
• Must be willing to temporarily relocate for a police recruit training program and complete and pass all of the training. This will be with a partner police agency and will be 22 - 26 weeks in duration
• Must meet physical and professional standards, including passing a fitness test (PARE, POPAT, or PREP), psychological exam, polygraph exam, and meeting CPKC Police Firearms and Use of Force Standards
• Active First Aid, CPR and AED qualifications
• Valid driver's license required
• This position is permanently located at the location identified in the application process

WHAT CPKC HAS TO OFFER:

• Flexible and competitive benefits package
• Competitive company pension and/or retirement plans
• Employee Share Purchase Plan
• Annual Fitness Subsidy
• Part-time Studies Program

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
Medical and Drug Testing
This is a safety critical/safety sensitive position and a successful pre-employment medical assessment including physical, vision, hearing, and a negative company drug test is required. Post hire qualification drug testing may also be required.
Background Investigation

• Criminal history check
• Polygraph test
• Psychological test
• Physical ability test
• Reference checks
• Education verification
• Financial and credit check
• Driver's license verification and driving history

CULTURE OF INCLUSION:
For our U.S. applicants, CPKC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, inclusive of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. For Canadian applicants CPKC is an employment equity employer committed to the principles of employment equity and inclusion. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply including: women, Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC), members of the LGBTQ+ community and people with disabilities. Accommodations for the job application process can be provide, as appropriate, upon request. All applicant information will be managed in accordance with the federal Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

• Req ID: 104902
• Department: Corporate Risk
• Job Type: Full-Time
• Position Type: Union
• Location: Eastern Canada, Eastern Canada
• Country: Canada
• % of Travel: 20-30%
• # of Positions: 1
• Compensation Rate: $36.846
• Job Available to: Internal & External

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