Position: CERT Unit Member

Posting Type: Internal

Status: 1 current full-time vacant position

Application Opening: Thursday, September 10, 2026

Application Deadline: Monday, September 28, 2026

We invite online applications from our sworn members for one Constable position of with our Core Engagement and Response Team (CERT).

PURPOSE OF POSITION Reporting tothe Sergeant i/c CERT Unit, the CERT officerwillconduct the duties of a patrol officer, while utilizing a bicycle for transportation in patrolling, streets, alleys, parks, and other areas normally inaccessible to vehicular patrol units. This mode of patrol lends itself to providing a positive and effective police presence at special events and functions organized by community groups and to offering a directed patrol to problem and high crime areas within the downtown CERT patrol area.

Shall, in the performance of duties, respect and protect human dignity and maintain and uphold the human rights of all persons.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Initiate law enforcement action as necessary to maintain public order by patrollingand providing visual police presence, primary response to requests for police service within the CERT area, patrols being on foot, bicycle, or automobile

Provide a police resource to the downtown neighbourhood and the Emerging Entertainment District

Participate in various committees as required

Liaise with criminal enforcement units in generating intelligence, identifying problem areas and persons in the core

Conduct investigations, prepare warrants, execute warrants targeting illicit drug use and criminal activity in the core

Enforce provincial laws and conduct investigations at licensed establishments

Provide direction and work in conjunction with CERT Special Constables

Carry out duties in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Community Safety and Policing Act SO 2019., and other lawful assignments

Be accountable to supervision





Perform such other duties as are lawfully assigned

NOTE: The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed under the position title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

Knowledge

Thorough understanding and valuable working knowledge of the organizational structure, Routine Orders, Policy and Procedures, practices within the Service, as it pertains to duties performed

Knowledge of bicycle mechanics and safe bicycle riding practices

Desirable Courses

Police Bicycle Patrol Course

Criminal Investigation Training

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated proficiency in the operation of any assigned special vehicles

Abilities

Ability to exercise good judgment and make good decisions

Be creative in problem solving and a solution-oriented individual

Ability to observe, retain and prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports and operate general office equipment

Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of comprehension and to handle the public with courtesy and authority

Must be capable of handling multi-tasks, produce work under strict and definitive deadlines

Physically capable to perform the tasks of the position

All other qualifications the position justifies

Brantford Police Service does not use Artificial Intelligence (AI) enabled tools in the selection or hiring process. Hiring decisions are made by humans based on job-related criteria.

Personal information submitted will be used only for the purposes of this competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act.

We welcome and encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those from underrepresented groups. If you require accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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📌 CERT Unit Member - Internal (Winnipeg)
🏢 Brantford Police Service
📍 Winnipeg