Constable - Kentville Police Service - KENTVILLE
Description
Kentville Police ServiceApplications for Police Officer(s)
Scotians, racially visible persons, women in non-traditional positions, persons with disabilities,
Aboriginal persons, and persons of the LGBTQ+ community. We encourage applicants to self
identify.
Kentville is the heart of the Annapolis valley, which is one of the most beautiful and picturesque
areas in Nova Scotia. We have quiet residential neighbourhoods, a vibrant business district and
offer exceptional recreation opportunities for all. Please check out the following links to
experience some of the great things Kentville has to offer.
We are looking for individuals who have a passion for progressive policing and a desire to make
a difference in our community.
Key Information to consider:
- We accept experienced police officers
- All new hires start in patrol
- Nova Scotia Department of justice guidelines state an experienced police officer refers
to:
- Current serving police officers in Canada, or
- Canadian Military police (regular service) with qualifications of Level 5, or
- Applicants who successfully completed an approved Police Recruit Training
months or less, and/or,
- Applicants who successfully completed an approved police Recruit program from
a recognized Canadian police agency within the last 24 months or less
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Be a graduate of (Police Science, Cadet Program) the Atlantic Police Academy or other
within the last 24 months
- Be a Canadian Citizen or permanent resident of Canada
- Be at least 19 years of age
- Grade 12 education
- No criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted and no adult criminal
- Have a valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent from another Canadian province
ASSETS:
- PROS training
- Previous police experience
HOW TO APPLY:
Copies of the following documents are required:
- Completed KPS Employment Application
- Cover letter and resume
- Three letters of reference (professional)
- Birth Certificate
- Driver's License
- Certificate from a recognized police training program
- Motor Vehicle Driver's Abstract
- Valid certificate in standard first aid and CPR level C
- PARE certificate within last 12 months
SELECTION PROCESS:
1.Screening
All applicants will be reviewed. You will advance to the second stage of the process if your
2. Suitability Assessment
3. Interview
You will participate in a competency-based panel interview. The interview is designed to allow
you to draw on examples from your work or life experience in order to demonstrate that you
possess the necessary competencies to be a Kentville Police Officer
4.Integrity & Lifestyle Questionnaire
You will be given a Integrity & Lifestyle Questionnaire to complete and return to the Chief of
Police. The questionnaire will be reviewed, and a decision will be made if you are suitable to
move forward in the process.
ADDITIONAL STEPS:
Background and reference checks
You will be thoroughly investigated to determine your suitability to be a police officer. Your
references and previous employers may be contacted, and family and friends maybe contacted
and/ or visited during this stage
Medical Exam/Psychological testing
If you are successful through the previous stages, you must undergo a medical exam to see if
you meet the medical standards set by the Kentville Police Service and the Province of Nova
Scotia. This exam will include a vision and hearing test. You may also undergo psychological
testing to determine your suitability to be a police officer.
HOURS OF WORK:
Kentville Police Service operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week-therefor
shift work (including days, nights, weekends, and holidays) is a requirement of this position. A
typical shift is 12 hours, depending on operational requirements, flexibility around scheduling is
required.***qualifications and experience within the Collective Agreement between the Town of Kentville
and the Kentville Police Association. The annual constable base salary ranges from $63,703
- $98,307 (as of April 1, Salary will commensurate with experience.
START DATE:
WORK LOCATION:80 River Street, Kentville, NS, B4N 1G9
CLOSING DATE:
Kentville Police Service
Employment Application
Revised 2023/03/09
Police Constable Application
DROP OFF OR MAIL COMPLETED APPLICATION PACKAGE TO:
KENTVILLE POLICE SERVICE
Attn:
Deputy Chief Police
- An essential component in the selection process of the Kentville Police Service is a
Applicant for a police career. There will be a security check on the Applicant and mem
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