25 Sep
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Brantford Police Service
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Brantford
25 Sep
Brantford Police Service
Brantford
Position: Traffic InvestigatorPosting Type: InternalStatus: 1 current full-time vacant positionApplication Opening: Thursday, September 10, 2026Application Deadline: Monday, September 28, 2026We invite online applications from our sworn members for a position of one Traffic Officer. Note that traffic officers can be periodically assigned as Selective Traffic Enforcement and Education Program" (S.T.E.E.P) officers.PURPOSE OF POSITIONReport directly to the NCO i/c Traffic Section and investigate fatal and serious injury motor vehicle collisions. Investigate collisions directly involving service vehicles that result in injuries. Investigate personal injury motor vehicle collisions resulting from suspect apprehension pursuits. Investigate or provide technical assistance all railway fatalities.Traffic investigators will also follow up fail to remain MVC and perform general enforcement of the Highway Traffic Act, which may include assignment as a "Selective Traffic Enforcement and Education Program" (S.T.E.E.P) officer.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 RESPONSIBILITIESEnsure traffic incidents are dealt with in accordance with appropriate legislation and proceduresInvestigate fatal and serious injury motor vehicle collisionsRailway accidents including technical assistance for vehicle related suicidesEnsure adherence to existing policies and acceptable standards.General enforcement of the Highway Traffic ActPeriodic assignments as a dedicated traffic enforcement officer "Selective Traffic Enforcement and Education Program" (S.T.E.E.P) by responding to complaints in safety zones, high collision areas, speeding, and other infractions of the Highway Traffic Act of OntarioCarry out duties in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Community Safety and Policing Act,
and other lawful assignmentsBe accountable to supervisionPerform such other duties as are lawfully assignedNOTE: 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.KnowledgeWorking knowledge of Policing Adequacy Standards Manual particularly in relation to traffic issuesThorough understanding of relevant legislationThorough understanding and good working knowledge of the organizational structure, Routine Orders, Policy and Procedures, CALEA, and practices within the Service, as it pertains to duties performedSkillsStrong oral and written communication skillsComputer literate in CAD, RMS, Niche, Microsoft Word, and PowerPointDemonstrated communicationTime-management and organizational skillsDemonstrated proficiency in the operation of any assigned special vehiclesAbilitiesAbility to exercise good judgment and make good creative decisionsMust also be flexible, and tolerantAbility to observe, retain and prepare explicit, concise, and accurate reports and operate general office equipmentAbility to communicate effectively with people at all levels of comprehension and to handle the public with courtesy and authorityMust be capable of handling multi-tasks, produce work under strict and definitive deadlinesAll other qualifications the position justifiesBrantford 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.
📌 Traffic Investigator - Internal (Brantford)
🏢 Brantford Police Service
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