Reserve Constable Program-Volunteer

Delta Police Department - Sworn
Delta, British Columbia, Canada

Department: DPD Sworn – Reserve
Employment Group: DPA
Job ID: 2024R
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The Delta Police Department is seeking motivated and diverse volunteers who want to make a difference in the City of Delta and the Tsawwassen First Nation. We value resilient and diverse applicants who are interested in serving the community.  As one of BC’s Top 100 Employers each year since 2019, we take pride in our inclusive workplace.

Reserve Constables are uniformed, trained volunteers who participate in community policing and crime prevention activities while under the direct supervision of a police officer. The program allows citizens to volunteer with the Delta Police in various capacities and gives the Reserve Constable the opportunity for personal growth and development toward a future career in policing.

Reserve Training

Successful applicants will complete the Reserve Constable Training Program set out by BC Police Services under the Ministry of Justice. Training takes place from January to April with classes held on Wednesday evenings and Saturdays. Candidates will study legal issues, traffic, communication tactics, professionalism, ethics, and self-defence training. The training culminates with a graduation ceremony where the Reserve Candidate will be sworn in.

After graduation, the Reserve Constable must commit to volunteering a minimum of 16 hours each month. The hours may include but are not limited to training, ride-a-longs with patrol members, and participation in community events and programs. 

Basic Requirements

• Minimum 19 years of age
• Excellent character
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident (with a minimum of 3 years of recent work experience in Canada)
• Grade 12 diploma or equivalent, PLUS one year (minimum 30 credits) of academic post-secondary education from a recognized university or college (other course work of an equivalent level and duration and/or unique learned skill sets may be considered)
• Basic first aid certificate with CPR Level C and AED for British Columbia
• Valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s licence with a good driving record
• No criminal convictions, charges under another federal statute, or criminal charges pending
• Uncorrected vision of not less than 20/40 with both eyes open, with one eye no worse than 20/100
  • Corrected vision: 20/20 with both eyes open, with one eye no worse than 20/40
  • Colour vision: colour vision should be normal (ie. the applicant must pass the Ishihara test or Farnsworth D-15 test)
  • Peripheral vision: 150 continuous degrees along the horizontal meridian binocularly, and 30 degrees above and below the fixation point
  • Binocular vision: stereoacuity of 100 seconds of arc or better (i.e. pass the TITUMS or RANDOT Circles test)
  • Candidates who have had successful laser eye surgery will only be considered after 6 months post operation.
• Hearing loss in one ear not greater than 50 dB and the other ear not greater than 30 dB in the 500-3000 Hz range

Reserve Application Process

1. Submit a cover letter and resume;
2. Achieve 60% or better on the Delta Police Intake Exam;
3. Complete POPAT in 4:15 minutes or better;
4. Successful interview;
5. Polygraph test; and
6. Background check.
    

In addition to a competitive salary, the Delta Police Department offers a comprehensive Benefit package, including Extended Health, Dental, Life Insurance, and Municipal Pension Plan contribution.

In order to be eligible for employment with the Delta Police Department, you must be either a Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident, and be at least 18 years of age.