Join Our Team: Make a Difference in Public Safety and Service
Are you passionate about serving your community and ensuring the safety and well-being of others? Do you thrive in a dynamic and challenging environment where you can make a positive impact every day? If so, we invite you to consider a fulfilling career as a Transit Peace Officer with the City of Edmonton.
Watch this video to learn more about what it takes to be a Peace Officer: https://bit.ly/4dNNJYA
The Transit Peace Officer will play a vital role in maintaining a safe, secure, and inclusive environment for all passengers using Edmonton's public transit system. You will be a visible and reassuring presence, responding to a variety of situations with professionalism, compassion, and integrity.
What will you do?
Respond to security emergencies, incidents and general complaints occuring at Edmonton Transit facilities or on Edmonton Transit property
Conduct routine preventative patrols on Edmonton Transit property to ensure security and safety of patrons, promptly report any potential or actual risks or losses
Address customer service needs by providing transit information (fares, stop locations, etc.), responding to injury reports within transit facilities, and assisting passengers requiring support
Foster and maintain respectful relationships with Edmonton's diverse communities, acting as a positive ambassador for the City of Edmonton
Exercise discretionary law enforcement powers as granted under federal and provincial legislation and municipal bylaws
Collaborate with security professionals, other Peace Officer groups, and the Edmonton Police Service to enhance safety and security within the Edmonton Transit System
Support Transit Operations with safe and efficient fare enforcement
Collect information and evidence to support court proceedings, insurance claims, and Security and Risk Management activities. Provide testimony or evidence in court when necessary
Prepare comprehensive letters and reports, develop and implement special events, and conduct media interviews and public presentations
Perform other duties as required
To learn more, visit our website: edmonton.ca/EnforcementOfficers
Qualifications
Grade 12 and completion of a recognized diploma in police studies, security, criminology, sociology, or related field and a minimum of three (3) years of strong customer service or diverse law enforcement experience; - OR-
Completion of Grade 12 and a minimum of 5 years of enforcement experience in a diverse security or law enforcement environment; -OR-
Two years experience as a Community Peace Officer level 1 in Alberta or a serving Police Officer from a recognized policing or law enforcement environment in Canada, within the past five (5) years
Assets:
Certification in effective communication programs such as verbal judo or tactical communications
Strategic De-escalation program
Experience working or volunteering in your community or with racialized people and other equity seeking groups
Experience working with Indigenous communities
Knowledge or training in harm reduction, anti-racism, Indigenous awareness and GBA+
Knowledge of another language
Skills required for success:
Skilled in exercising tact, sound judgment and firmness in dealing with difficult situations and with the public
Knowledge of powers of arrest, applicable policies, bylaws, acts, legislation
Knowledge and awareness of the Edmonton Transit System
Demonstrated understanding of Diversity, Inclusion and Reconciliation principles
Demonstrated ability to communicate inclusively and respectfully with diverse community members
Ability to use current computer software such as Google Suite, Posse, CAD, Microsoft Office
Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion
Conditions of Employment:
Must pass the PARE (Physical Ability Requirement Evaluation), COPAT (Correctional Officer’s Physical Abilities Test), POPAT (Police Officer’s Physical Abilities Test), or APREP (Alberta Physical Readiness Evaluation for police officers) physical fitness test prior to employment
Obtain and retain the Provincial Community Peace Officer I Designation and associated peace officer certifications per the program requirements
Must be able to be sworn as a Municipal Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Ability to obtain and retain "B" Book qualification on the LRT Rules and Regulations
Intermediate First Aid CPR-C and AED certifications prior to employment
Hire is depended upon a Police Information check including the vulnerable sector satisfactory to the City of Edmonton prior to start date. An enhanced Security Clearance will be completed during the probationary period
Valid Alberta Class 5 driver's licence (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver's permit is a requirement of this position
Applicants may be tested in the form of a written test
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits
Permanent Full-time and Temporary full-time for up to 11 months positions are available
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week, evening and weekend availability is required, 24-hour service
Salary: Certified: $38.435 - $42.586 (Hourly); $80,252.280 - $88,919.570 (Annually)
Completion of the Community Peace Officer Induction Program (CPOIP), and the Bylaw Officer Appointment.
*Awaiting Certification: $33.576 - $37.180 (Hourly); $70,106.690 - $77,631.840 (Annually)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: PC/SB
Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation.
Classification Title: Transit Peace Officer
Posting Date: Mar 26, 2025
Closing Date: June 26, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 11 - Permanent and Temporary Positions Full-time
Union: ATU 569
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Various Districts Edmonton (City Wide)