Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) - Police Officer

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The RCMP will train and hire candidates that are reflective of Canada’s diversity.The RCMP offers an exceptional career. Our members make a real difference in local communities and on the national and international stage. No other police service in Canada can offer the kinds of jobs we have because of the RCMP's broad mandate.When you apply to this selection process, you are not applying for a specific job, but to an inventory for future vacancies. As positions become available, applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment.WHEN YOU APPLY, YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE PROOF OF THE FOLLOWING:•You have a Canadian secondary school (high school) diploma issued by one of the ministries of education for the provincial or territorial governments, or you have completed a degree, diploma, or certificate issued by a recognized Canadian university or college (refer to the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials).If your secondary education was obtained outside of Canada, you will need to obtain an equivalency assessment completed by one of the organizations listed on the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials website, or provide proof of a completed degree, diploma, or certificate issued by a recognized Canadian university or college.If you do not have a secondary school (high school) diploma and have not completed a degree, diploma, or certificate issued by a recognized Canadian university or college, you will need to successfully complete a Canadian Adult Education Credential (CAEC) or equivalent. For more information, contact your local board of education or adult learning centre.Please note: You will be asked to provide Canadian transcripts of high school marks (must indicate graduated) or an equivalency assessment.• You are a Canadian citizen or have permanent resident status in Canada. Individuals with permanent resident status must have resided (been physically present) in Canada for 3 (1,095 days) out of the last 5 years as a permanent resident.
If you are a Canadian citizen living outside of Canada for an extended period of time, it may be difficult to accurately evaluate your suitability to allow you to continue in the next steps of the application process.• You are at least 18 years of age to apply. Note: While you can apply to the RCMP and go through the selection process and basic training at 18 years of age, you cannot be hired to work as a police officer until you are 19 years old.• You are proficient in English and/or French• You are physically fit and comfortable running, lifting, carrying, and performing daily moderate to intense physical exercise.•You have a valid driver’s license. Note: Driver’s License will be requested during the process of your application.• You are prepared and able to carry a gun and to use it or any other necessary physical force• You are prepared to work shifts, including nights, evenings, weekends and holidays as policing takes place 24 hours per dayWe are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you require an accommodation for one or more steps in the recruitment process, please contact [email protected] Please visit RCMPcareers.ca to determine if you meet the essential qualifications and requirements to become a police officer.If you are already actively participating in the RCMP Police Officer application process, please do not apply to this advertisement.We will contact you within 30 days from the date your application is received if you have been successful in the initial screening process. If you have not heard about the status of your application and more than 30 days have passed, please contact your local Recruiting Office: https://rcmp.ca/en/careers-rcmp/police-officer-careers/contact-recruiterPlease note: If you are not successful in the initial screening process you will not be contacted.If you are reapplying to the RCMP, because a previous application was closed or you did not complete your Cadet Training Program at the RCMP Training Academy, please reapply here.Information on the reapplication process can be found at: https://rcmp.ca/en/careers-rcmp/police-officer-careers/become-rcmp-officer-how-apply#s1-1For information on the RCMP’s Cadet Training Program, please visit our website: https://rcmp.ca/en/depot/services-and-information/cadet-training-programIf you previously worked in the RCMP as a Regular Member or as a police officer for a Canadian law enforcement agency, please do not apply to this job advertisement. Instead, please contact your local Recruiting Office for information on how to apply to the Experienced Police Officer Program: https://rcmp.ca/en/careers-rcmp/police-officer-careers/experienced-police-officers

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You must have a minimum of a Canadian secondary school (high school) diploma. If your education was obtained outside Canada, you must get an equivalency assessment. Contact the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials to find out which organizations across Canada perform these assessments (www.cicic.ca).

Learn more about degree equivalency.

You must be physically fit at the time of application. Upon receipt of your application, you will be required to successfully complete the Police Fitness Assessment (PFA) Field Test which includes a 500-metre run, a repeated sandbag lift and carry, and a medicine ball toss. Learn more about the PFA Field Test https://www.rcmp.ca/en/careers-rcmp/police-officer-careers/police-fitness-assessment

As an RCMP police officer, you are expected to model the RCMP core values that set the organization’s expectations for ethical behavior.

The RCMP Core Values are:Act with integrity
We conduct ourselves ethically and do so with honesty, dignity, and honour.Show respect
We treat all people with fairness. We value and promote reconciliation, diversity and inclusion by being considerate of the democratic rights, history and lived experiences of others.Demonstrate compassion
We care for each other and the communities we serve by approaching each situation with empathy and a genuine desire to help.Take responsibility
We are transparent about our decisions and actions, and hold ourselves accountable for the results and impacts.Serve with excellence
We commit to continuous learning, and work collaboratively with colleagues, communities, and partners to provide and support innovative and professional policing services.You will be expected to respect and live by these core values during the application process, at the Cadet Training Program in Regina, Saskatchewan, and if you are eventually hired as a police officer for the RCMP.

Language requirements (essential for the job)

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English or French - If your application is selected, you may be invited for a second language evaluation or asked to provide valid Government of Canada SLE results.

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Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Learn more about assessment accommodation.

Equity, diversity and inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Learn more about diversity and inclusion in the public service.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

How to apply

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We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Additional links

Please visit our careers page for more comprehensive information about a career with the RCMP: RCMPcareers.ca

Hiring organization contact

Name: RCMP Recruiting
Email address: [email protected]

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