Retired Police Officer Program (RPOP) Contract / Full-Time - Financial Crime Unit

COMPETITION:                         26HRV-042

SECTION:                                    Financial Crime Unit 

STATUS:                                      Retired Police officer Program (RPOP) Contract / Full-Time 

HOURS OF WORK:                   Monday to Thursday Dayshift or Tuesday to Friday Dayshift; hours may vary based on operational requirements (extended shifts)

COMPETITION END DATE:      Thursday, June 4, 2026 

The Financial Crime Unit (FCU) investigates complex financial crimes including fraud, forgery, money laundering, cyber-enabled crime, and related Criminal Code and regulatory offences. Members assigned to the FCU conduct in-depth investigations, coordinate with internal and external partners, and contribute to the disruption and prosecution of sophisticated criminal enterprises. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

• Investigates complex financial, economic, and cyber-enabled crimes under the Criminal Code and related statutes 

• Conducts detailed investigative analysis including financial records, digital evidence, and transactional data 

• Prepares search warrants, production orders, arrest reports, and Crown briefs 

• Consults with Crown Counsel, regulatory bodies, financial institutions, and partner law enforcement agencies 

• Conducts suspects, victim, and witness interviews 

• Participates in surveillance, arrests, and other enforcement actions as required 
• Provides expert testimony in court related to financial crime investigations 
• Maintains accurate investigative records and complies with disclosure obligations 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Strong investigative and analytical skills with attention to detail 

• Knowledge of financial crime investigative techniques and relevant legislation 

• Ability to analyze complex financial, transactional, and documentary evidence 

• Effective written and oral communication skills 

• Ability to manage lengthy, complex investigations and competing priorities 

• Proven ability to work collaboratively within a specialized investigative unit 

• Strong proficiency in report writing and disclosure preparation 

BASIC REQUIREMENTS

A retired officer applicant must satisfy the basic requirements to apply for a temporary experienced contract police officer position:

• Eligible to retire, recently retired, or a serving Canadian police officer within the last three years
• Police recruit training provided by any of the following Canadian police training academies:
  • RCMP Training Academy (Depot); Ontario Police College
  • Chief Crowfoot Learning Centre (Calgary Police Service)
  • Edmonton Police Service, Basic Recruit Training
  • Lethbridge College
  • Winnipeg Police Service, Police Recruit Training Academy
  • Royal Newfoundland Constabulary
  • Saskatchewan Police College
  • École Nationale de Police du Québec
  • Atlantic Police Academy
  • Canadian Forces Military Police Academy or Justice Institute of British Columbia
• Must not be the subject of any current Police Act allegations, Professional Standards investigations, Independent Investigations Office complaints or equivalent disciplinary processes in other provinces
• Deployable to work patrol
• Pass a medical exam to confirm fit for duty
• Possess a valid CPR-C certification
• Possess a valid Class 5 driver’s licence
• Able to pass all elements of the on-boarding process, which includes, but not limited to, VPD use-of-force qualifications.

TRAINING & QUALIFICATIONS 

Required: 

• Demonstrated investigative experience 
• Qualified in all use of force

Preferred / Position Specific: 

• Experience investigating financial, fraud, or economic crimes 
• Knowledge of banking systems, financial instruments, and money laundering methods 
• Judicial Authorization Course
• Interviewing Course
• Major Crime Investigator Training
• Forensic Accounting course

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT 

• Maintain all required certifications, training, and qualifications: annual use of force