Police Development Training Coordinator

Job Information

Job Title : Police Development Training Coordinator

Job Requisition ID : 74668

Ministry : Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location : Edmonton

Full or Part-Time : Full Time

Hours of Work : 36.25 hours per week

Permanent / Temporary : Temporary - 2 years

Scope : Open Competition

Closing Date : February 3, 2026

Classification : Program Services 4

Salary : $3,056.50 to $4,006.62 bi‑weekly ($79,774 - $104,572 / year)

The Ministry of Public Safety and Emergency Services oversees law enforcement, correctional services, policing, and public safety. It supports crime prevention, restorative justice programs, and services for victims of crime, including domestic violence and human trafficking. The Ministry also coordinates large‑scale emergency and disaster prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery initiatives.

Role Responsibilities

The Training Academy (TA) promotes excellence in training and instructor development by establishing standards and, in partnership with stakeholders, facilitating the delivery of induction programs and other courses for peace officers in Alberta.

As the Training Coordinator for Police Development Training (PDT), you will guide the delivery of specialized training to support the Alberta Sheriffs Police Service (APSP). The role works with the PSES Training Academy (TA) Management and other stakeholders to ensure training programs meet the standards of the Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police (AACP) and the Ministry.

As a team lead coordinating and supervising contracted instructors, the Coordinator requires policing experience and an understanding of operational training requirements. A focus on professionalism and safety for PSES personnel in any training capacity is paramount.

The Coordinator ensures all course curricula reflect best practices and defined standards for police recruit training, and that delivery meets TA standards. Content revisions are undertaken as needed to align with evolving operational requirements.

Working under applicable legislation, policies, and procedures—including the Criminal Code, the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and provincial and federal statutes—the Coordinator ensures alignment with the Police Act.

Core Competencies

• Drives for Results : Sets and accomplishes goals and priorities to deliver outcomes.
• Systems Thinking : Anticipates outcomes and potential impacts across interrelated areas and factors these into planning.
• Builds Collaborative Environments : Leads and contributes to conditions that promote information sharing, teamwork, and creative thinking to create outcomes that support organizational goals.
• Develops Networks : Communicates regularly with team members and fosters positive and effective relationships.
• Agility : Anticipates, assesses, and adapts to changing priorities while remaining resilient during uncertainty.
• Creative Problem Solving : Challenges the status quo with a creative and innovative approach to find efficient solutions.

Qualifications

Equivalencies considered on the basis of :

Related experience must include recent (within 5 years) police officer experience; experience in a police training capacity preferred.

Related education may include, but is not limited to, university graduation or equivalency in fields such as Criminal Justice / Criminology, Policing / Law Enforcement, Social Sciences, Business, etc.

Assets & Preferences

Applications must provide a cover letter. Applicants without a cover letter will not be considered.

Notes

Security Screening

Additional Resources

How to Apply

Applicants should provide information that clearly and concisely demonstrates how their qualifications meet the advertised requirements, including education, experience, and relevant examples of required competencies. Candidates are required to apply online. For more information, visit https : / / www.alberta.ca / job-application-resources#before and review Recruitment Principles.

Applicants who completed post‑secondary studies outside of Canada should obtain an evaluation of their credentials from the International Qualifications Assessment Service (IQAS) at https : / / www.alberta.ca / international-qualifications-assessment.aspx or from a recognized Canadian credential evaluator. The assessment certificate should be included in the application.

Closing Statement

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies across the Government of Alberta, at the same or lower classification level.

Thank you to all applicants for your interest. Only individuals selected for interviews will be contacted.

If you require further information or an accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Krista Lammie at Krista.Lammie@gov.ab.ca.

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