First Nations Police Constable (Recruit/Experienced Officer)

Chippewas of the Thames First Nation is accepting applicants for the position of:

Position Title:            First Nations Police Constable (Recruit/Experienced Officer)

Department:               Chippewa Police Service

Hours of Work:          Full-time (Shift Work)

Location:                    311 Jubliee Road, Muncey ON

Posting Date:             January 8, 2026

Posting Closes:         January 29, 2026
 

Summary:

Chippewa Police provides front-line policing services focused on community safety, relationship-building, and respectful, professional service. If you are committed to working collaboratively with the community to prevent crime, support wellness, and improve public safety, a career in policing may be right for you.

Successful applicants demonstrate:

• Integrity, accountability, and sound judgement
• Strong communication skills and a calm, professional presence under pressure
• Commitment to equitable, respectful, and community-centered policing
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A positive work history and continuous learning mindset

This is an operational policing role requiring:

• Rotating shifts (days/nights), weekends, and statutory holidays
• Potential on-call requirements and emergency response
• Exposure to challenging situations and environments (physical and emotional demands)

Responsibilities:

• Provide proactive patrol and rapid response to calls for service
• Enforce federal and provincial legislation, and applicable community bylaws and policies
• Investigate occurrences, gather evidence, take statements, and complete detailed reports
• Support victims of crime and connect individuals to appropriate services and resources
• Participate in community engagement, education, and crime prevention initiatives
• Conduct traffic enforcement and collision investigations as required
• Prepare for and attend court, provide testimony, and manage disclosure requirements
• Work collaboratively with partner agencies and community-based supports

Qualifications:

Applicants must meet the minimum police constable standards in Ontario, including:

• Minimum 18 years of age and legally entitled to work in Canada (Canadian citizen or permanent resident)
• Valid Ontario Driver’s Licence (Class G) with a satisfactory driving record (including a current driver’s abstract upon request)
• Secondary school diploma (Grade 12) or equivalent
• Current Standard First Aid and CPR-C certification (must be valid by time of offer/employment)
• Valid OACP Certificate (or proof of active progression toward completion, if accepted by the service)
• Ability to meet hearing/vision and medical standards and successfully complete required fitness testing
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance/background investigation, including satisfactory criminal record checks
• Physically and psychologically capable of performing the duties of a Police Constable, including shift work and operational demands

What Chippewa Police Has to Offer:

Chippewa Police offers a total rewards package consistent with Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) compensation and benefits, including competitive salary progression, comprehensive benefits, pension, paid leave, and additional premiums/allowances as applicable.