Job Specification

Position Title:

PROVINCIAL CONSTABLE

Job Code:

OPPA Uniforms/01 - Constable

Job ID:

106616

PURPOSE :

To perform the public duties associated with maintaining and fostering community peace and social order within the framework of the OPP philosophy and mission statement. To investigate criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences within an assigned patrol area.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: :

EVERY POLICE OFFICER SHALL ABIDE BY THE PRINCIPLES OUTLINED IN s. 1 AND MAINTAIN THE ABILITY TO PERFORM THE DUTIES REQUIRED BY s. 42 OF THE POLICE SERVICES ACT.

Patrols an assigned area, observes for violations and takes appropriate preventative or enforcement action; apprehends criminals, offenders and others who may be lawfully taken into custody; makes lawful arrests and searches; serves processes; executes warrants of committal and warrants to arrest; interviews accused persons and witnesses and testifies in judicial proceedings.
Encourages an open dialogue with all members of the community, encouraging community members to identify potentially hazardous or criminal situations; develops community contacts who could assist with accomplishing community service objectives.
Develops and maintains partnerships with a variety of community stakeholders with a focus on the prevention and reduction of crime and risks. Attends and participates in Community Policing Committee meetings, community surveys, or other forums for community consultation.
Assists victims of crime; administers first aid services in emergency situations to sustain life.
Maintains accurate records of activities, e.g. General Occurrence Reports and/or RMS, Traffic Reports, CPIC input forms, activity sheets and other law enforcement forms; inputs information onto computerized information systems; maintains a daily journal which thoroughly and chronologically details experienced, investigated or reported events and occurrences during each duty period.
Prepares court briefs and completes other judicial processes required to commence litigation in any court.
Collects, secures, preserves and disposes of evidence/property in accordance with established procedures.
Escorts and conveys prisoners or mentally incompetent person to and from courts, places of confinement, etc.
Maintains uniform and equipment in accordance with Police Orders. Operates a motor vehicle and, where training has been provided, a motorized snow vehicle, all terrain vehicle, vessel or other vehicle.
Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPENSABLE FACTORS :

THIS INVENTORY OF SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE IS IN ADDITION TO THE KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIRED FOR THE GENERIC RANK DESCRIPTION AND COMPETENCY PROFILE FOR THIS RANK.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

and skill in the application of OPP policies, procedures, practices, methods and techniques relating to generalist policing services as well as relevant legislation, policies and programs as they apply to the duties of a police officer, such as the Criminal Code, Police Services Act, Highway Traffic Safety Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Workplace Safety and Insurance Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy, Police Orders
Ontario's Mobilization and Engagement Model of Community Policing, Community Safety and Well-being approaches in support of the OPP and community stakeholders
problem solving and analytical skills and ability to draw on personal experience, knowledge and training to problem solve complex situations and ability to make decisions that are fair, impartial and balance the interests of all concerned
and organizational skills to meet deadlines and prioritize work responsibilities
and skill in written communication to write concise clear notes, crown briefs and occurrence reports
the community (local trends), community diversity, public expectations, available support service agencies and special interest groups to relate to the policing needs and wants of the community
and skill in oral communication to provide accurate concise testimony in court and provide information to members of the public, co-workers and supervisors
and interpersonal skills to make conscious effort to establish and build rapport with community members and to provide courteous and professional support and assistance in a sensitive and effective manner with all members of the community regardless of social or racial origin, age or sex
Ability to build, manage and sustain respectful relationships and partnerships with stakeholders to promote overall community safety initiatives and programs
and skill to utilize job-related equipment (such as firearms, radar units, roadside breathalyzer units, telecommunications systems, computer systems)
and team building skills and cooperation to participate willingly in team decisions, keep other team members informed, show respect for others, value others' input and show willingness to learn from others
and skill in self-initiated learning to keep abreast of changes in Law Enforcement policy and best practices
and listening and mediation skills to mediate conflicts between members of the public. Personal and organizational commitment and integrity to act in accordance with organizational values, even when challenged or in stressful situations, to model the professionalism of the OPP and to take a stand on issues based on values or belief of what is good for the organization
and skill with Microsoft Word and Niche RMS to maintain records and create reports and crown briefs

JUDGEMENT:

determining when to make an arrest
performing duties in a professional and ethical manner
analyzing information and basing decisions on a strong knowledge of legislation and policing practices
collecting and preserving evidence
effecting appropriate prevention and enforcement actions. Position consults with supervisor when direction is required or necessary

ACCOUNTABILITY:

Program:

Human Resources:

Financial, Material and Equipment:

IMPACT OF ERRORS:

Failure to provide efficient and effective policing services could result in unaddressed and unsolved criminal, non-criminal and traffic occurrences, civil liability, and inappropriate utilization of government/OPP resources. Failure to provide thorough investigations and comprehensive reports may compromise the integrity of investigations and may result in low success rates in the prosecution due to investigative error.