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Retired Police Officer Program (RPOP) Contract / Full-Time - Traffic Enforcement Section

COMPETITION:                          26HRV-035

SECTION:                                    Traffic Enforcement Section

STATUS:                                       Retired Police Officer Program (RPOP) Contract / Full – Time

HOURS OF WORK:                    Shift work, including evenings, weekends, & statutory holidays

COMPETITION END DATE:       Thursday, May 28, 2026

 

 

Traffic Enforcement Constables are responsible for enforcing traffic laws under the Criminal Code, provincial statutes, and municipal bylaws to enhance road safety. Members assigned to Traffic Enforcement provide specialized enforcement, collision response, traffic control, court prosecution, and public education services, while supporting community-based policing initiatives and road safety strategies.

 

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

  • Enforces traffic laws under the Criminal Code, provincial statutes, and municipal bylaws through proactive and targeted enforcement initiatives
  • Responds to traffic-related calls for service, including motor vehicle collisions, impaired driving investigations, public complaints, and roadway hazards
  • Participate in high-visibility traffic safety campaigns and enforcement strategies in high-collision or targeted areas
  • Attends court when notified and prosecutes tickets issued under various provincial and federal statutes
  • Assists patrol members at motor vehicle collisions and major incidents by managing traffic flow and scene safety
  • Provides traffic control at major incidents, emergency scenes, demonstrations, parades, and special events
  • Delivers public education related to traffic safety, crime prevention, and community safety during routine contacts and in formal presentations
  • Provides education, and operational guidance to VPD members related to provincial statues, traffic enforcement, and traffic court processes
  • Participates in problem-oriented and community-based policing initiatives by identifying traffic-related quality-of-life issues and supporting long-term solutions
  • Maintains accurate documentation, reports, and records related to enforcement activities

 

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

  • Demonstrated knowledge of traffic legislation, including the Criminal Code, provincial statutes, and municipal bylaws pertaining to traffic enforcement and impaired driving investigations
  • Demonstrated practical and theoretical understanding of motorcycle riding, VIP escorts, crowd management, and public education/enforcement
  • Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to interact professionally with members of the public, colleagues, and partner agencies

 

 

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 & 6 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:

  • Must be able to pass a “Saddle Height Test Reverse Test” on the motorcycle and upright a downed motorcycle without assistance. 

 

Preferred/Position Specific:

  • Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) qualification
  • Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) qualification
  • INTOX EC/IR II Operator or Instructor qualification
  • Alco-Sensor FST Operator or Calibrator qualification
  • Laser / Radar Operator certification

 

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

 

  • Successful completion of the VPD Motor Office Course (where applicable)
  • Annual maintenance of Motor Officer Skills training
  • Successful completion of the SFST, Alco-Sensor FST, and Laser / Radar Operator courses or provide proof of qualifications

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