Peace Officer, Transit Public Safety

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Together we make Calgary a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.The City is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive and equitable workplace which is representative of the community we serve.

We welcome those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism and reconciliation.

Applications are encouraged from members of groups that are historically disadvantaged and underrepresented. Accommodations are available during the hiring process, upon request.

As a Peace Officer, Transit Public Safety, you will serve as the primary provider of public safety, responsible for the safety and security of all Calgary Transit employees, customers and property by providing a highly visible point of contact for customer information and reassurance by responding to crime and disorder incidents on transit and transit property.

Primary duties include :

• Provide customer service 24 hours a day to Calgary Transit employees, customers and citizens by responding to calls for service, conducting high visibility patrols based on intelligence-based analysis, and to provide reassurance to customers.
• Enforce Municipal Bylaws and Provincial statutes.
• Respond to emergency situations and provide assistance to the public.
• Contribute to community safety by patrolling all quadrants of the city via transit networks; promote public safety and public awareness on issues impacting customer safety.
• Prepare and give evidence in court : collaborate with and exchange criminal and confidential information with the Calgary Police Service and other law enforcement agencies.
• Maintain the integrity of Calgary Transit's fare payment system.
• Act as an ambassador for Calgary Transit by promoting positive relations with citizens and customers by providing information and assistance.
• Educate and inform about the safety and security of Calgary Transit to the public, employees, schools and Calgary Police Service School Resource Officers and Community Resource Officers.

Qualifications

A High School diploma or equivalency ( GED) with course related work and at least 5 years of related experience; OR a 1 year certificate with at least 3 years of experience;

OR a 2 year diploma with at least 1 year of experience; OR a degree and less than 1 year experience.

• A valid Class 5 Driver's Licence (or provincial equivalent), with no more than 6 demerits and no current suspensions or charges pending.
• Eligible to hold the appointments of a Community Peace Officer Level 1 and Bylaw Enforcement Officer.
• Applicants must not have a criminal conviction for which a pardon has not been granted.
• Training and / or certifications in conflict resolution, mediation or negotiation are considered to be assets.
• Experience or training working with the unhoused and vulnerable population is considered an asset. This includes working with individuals who may face an increased risk of victimization due to physiological, behavioural, or environmental factors.
• Demonstrated ability to mediate conflict situations with the public, the ability to build strong partnerships and trust within the community, and the ability to follow clearly defined policies and procedures.
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