The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS), is a progressive, community-oriented police service dedicated to safeguarding and serving the vibrant Akwesasne Mohawk community. With a deep commitment to community policing, we take immense pride in fostering strong bonds with the people we protect and empowering them to shape a safer and more harmonious society.
Located between Ontario and Quebec, near the international border, our unique jurisdiction offers a range of exciting opportunities. You'll work in collaboration with other provinces and international partners, all against the beautiful backdrop of the St. Lawrence Seaway.
AMPS is currently seeking candidates to serve the Akwesasne community as Constables. The role involves maintaining community peace, investigating criminal and non-criminal occurrences, and upholding social order.
This position offers successful candidates basic constable training at the Ontario Police College, preparing them for a rewarding law enforcement career. Upon certification, recruits will be appointed as 4th Constables with the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service, subject to probationary terms.
Qualifications & Requirements

• Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
• Be at least 19 years of age or older
• Ontario Grade 12 (OSSD) or equivalency
• No criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted or an absolute/conditional discharge that has not been sealed
• Class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license in good standing
• Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position
• Be of good moral character and habits
• Certified in Standard First-Aid and C.P.R. (level “C”) is considered an asset
• Computer literate: Microsoft Office Software
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Knowledge and understanding of the Mohawk language & culture would be an asset
• Police foundations would be an asset
• Clear criminal record check
• Must possess Canadian Social Insurance number

Responsibilities & Duties

• Preserving the peace
• Preventing crimes and other offenses and providing assistance and encouragement to other persons in their prevention
• Assisting victims of crime
• Apprehending criminals and other offenders who may lawfully be taken into custody
• Laying charges and participating in prosecutions
• Executing warrants that are to be executed by police officers and performing related duties
• Performing other lawful duties that the chief of police assigns
• Enforcement of Highway Traffic Act, community by-laws, all other Provincial Statutes, and the Criminal Code of Canada as well as other Federal Statutes
• Must maintain a high level of confidentiality and take an Oath of Secrecy
• Referring individuals to community services and agencies

Application process
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Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $61,495.75-$76,869.69 per year
Benefits:

• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Licence/Certification:

• Class ‘G’ Ontario driver’s license in good standing (required)
• Canadian Social Insurance Number (required)

Work Location: In person