Municipality of Jasper
 
Jasper, AB
$40.91–$44.31 an hour - Permanent, Full-time
 

Job details
Pay
$40.91–$44.31 an hour
Job type
Permanent
Full-time
Shift and schedule
Weekends as needed
Holidays

Location
Jasper, AB

Full job description
Municipality of Jasper
Community Peace Officer

Department: Protective and Legislative Services
Compensation: $40.91 to $44.31
Hours of work: 8 hrs per day/40 hrs per week, Full-Time Continuous
Days of work: Variable. May include evenings, weekends, and holidays..
Audience for posting: Internal/External
Job Posting #: 26.005
Deadline to apply: 4:00 P.M. MST, March 16, 2026

ABOUT THE POSITION
Reporting to the Licensing and Enforcement Manager, the Community Peace Officer (CPO) Level 1 promotes community safety, livability, and voluntary compliance through the fair and consistent enforcement and education of Municipal Bylaws and designated Provincial Statutes. The CPO provides information, education, and enforcement services to residents, visitors, and businesses, ensuring balanced and professional delivery of municipal compliance functions. The position includes responsibilities for traffic enforcement under provincial authorization and the administration of Animal Control services within the Municipality of Jasper.

WORK PERFORMED
Public Education and Community Engagement

Promote voluntary compliance through public education, patrol presence, and direct community interaction.
Participate in and deliver public education initiatives, including school and community presentations.
Engage professionally with residents, visitors, and businesses.
Collaborate with Parks Canada, the RCMP, and other enforcement and emergency partners.
Law, Bylaw, and Traffic Enforcement

Enforce Municipal Bylaws and designated Provincial Statutes of Alberta.
Conduct moving and non-moving traffic enforcement.
Administer Animal Control operations, including the capture, transport, impoundment, and care of domestic animals.
Prepare investigative files, notes, reports, and disclosure packages for enforcement action or court proceedings. Patrol, Monitoring, and Complaint Investigation
Conduct foot, vehicle, and bicycle patrols.
Respond to, assess, and investigate complaints; gather evidence and determine appropriate enforcement or compliance actions.
Follow and promote Occupational Health and Safety practices.


QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Your resume and cover letter must clearly describe how you meet the following qualifications:
Required

Post-secondary diploma in Law Enforcement, Police and Justice Studies, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and enforcement experience.
Completion of the Solicitor General’s Community Peace Officer Induction Training and all requirements for appointment under the Peace Officer (Ministerial) Regulation.
Successful completion of the physical ability requirement evaluation (PARE) or equivalent physical abilities test no longer than 6 months prior to employment date.
Qualification in Baton and OC Spray; ability to meet annual recertification standards.
Valid Alberta Class 5 Operator’s License.
Standard First Aid and CPR certification.
Ability to obtain and maintain Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and Provincial CPO appointment.
Minimum 18 years of age.
Assets / Preferred

Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in law enforcement or municipal enforcement.
Experience conducting and enforcing traffic laws including moving violations.
Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) trained.
Training defensive tactics, and report writing.
Knowledge of crime prevention through environmental design (CPTED) and community education or engagement programs.
Proficiency with Law Enforcement record management system e.g. Report Exec, MOVES and Microsoft Office applications.
Equivalencies may be considered on the basis of one year experience for one year of education.
Candidates with lower qualifications are encouraged to apply and may be considered at a lower classification and pay.


HOW TO APPLY
Submit a resume and cover letter in PDF format outlining your qualifications, experience and any relevant documentation to Human Resources: humanresources@jasper-alberta.ca

If you are committed to public service, enjoy collaborating with others, share our values and have a desire to learn and grow, join the Municipality of Jasper. We support a diverse workforce and offer competitive wages and benefits. Together we make Jasper a great place to make a living, a great place to make a life.

We recognize the value that comes from different viewpoints, unique experiences and diverse perspectives of our employees, who bring fresh new ideas to our organization.

For more information or to access the job description, please go to the Municipality of Jasper Employment website at https://jasper-alberta.ca/p/employment


Education : College, CEGEP or other non-university certificate or diploma from a program of 1 year to 2 years
Experience : 3 years to less than 5 years