• Have graduated as a constable from basic training at a recognized Canadian police college (or academy);
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada;
• Have at least 5 years of experience as a police officer and have been on active duty in an accredited Canadian police force within the past 12 months;
• Undergo an in-depth background check as part of the selection process: Be able to obtain and keep a federal attestation of personnel security, secret status, have no criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted, not be the subject of any pending criminal charges and demonstrate the conduct, skills and qualities required for the position;
• Pass the following evaluations in order to be considered as a candidate and to maintain your position thereafter: Medical examination prior to employment, standard physical aptitude tests for police (before hiring, and every year thereafter), VIA Rail Canada Police service standards for firearms and use of force (upon hire and every year thereafter);
• Be able to drive a police car safely and in compliance with standards, and hold a valid permit to drive an emergency vehicle in the province where you work;
• Be willing to travel and to work variable shifts;
• Excellent oral communication skills in both official languages;
• Solid written communication skills in English or French.

Competencies:

WORK BETTER

• Adaptability: Adjust your behaviour and methods in response to new information and new situations. Adjust your approach based on the needs of individuals and groups;
• Problem solving: Consider all possible options for resolving difficult situations in accordance with procedures in order to achieve the desired result.

GENERATE RESULTS

• Ethical accountability and responsibility: Take responsibility for your actions and make decisions in accordance with the highest of police ethics standards;
• Knowledge of the company: Understand the business and use your knowledge of it to deliver the best service possible. Seek to understand the major concerns and main issues of stakeholders and find the best solutions available;
• Risk management: Manage situations and calls so as to minimize risk and ensure a safe environment for yourself and others;
• Stress tolerance: Stay focused on results in the face of ambiguous or changing situations or demanding requests.

WORKING TOGETHER

• Interactive communication: Communicate ideas and information effectively in order to make yourself understood and encourage others to take a certain course of action;
• Conflict resolution: Remain calm and effectively use appropriate de-escalation techniques in conflicts with customers or team members;
• Teamwork: Cooperate with team members. Help to create a work environment where team members work together to achieve objectives on time.

At VIA Rail, we are proud to be an employment-equity employer and we strive to form teams that reflect the diversity of Canadian society. We aim to remove barriers to employment accessibility and aspire to provide an inclusive and equitable work environment where everyone is valued, regardless of their identity or differences, to enable them to reach their full potential.

If you need assistance in making the recruitment process or the position you are applying for more accessible, please let us know. Alternate arrangements may be offered to individuals who request them at any stage of the recruitment process. All information received in relation to arrangements will be kept confidential.

Note that we will only contact those who are selected for an interview.

Why choose VIA Rail?

• Competitive salary and a generous compensation and benefits package;
• A close knit team of happy co workers;
• Numerous opportunities for career advancement;
• An environment that supports employee health and well being;
• A wide range of health and wellness benefits for employees and their families, including unlimited telemedicine service;
• To contribute to a sustainable transportation service connecting Canadian communities;
• First as an employer of choice and as the most trusted carrier among transportation companies in the 2022 Canadian Reputation study published by Leger.
• Learn more about VIA Rail: https://corpo.viarail.ca/en/company

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