The Department of Justice and Public Safety is committed to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility. Our goal is to build a public sector workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve and to promote welcoming, diverse, inclusive, respectful workplaces that are accessible to all. We welcome all interested individuals including Indigenous People, persons with disabilities, Black, racialized, ethnic and culturally diverse groups, as well as people regardless of their sexual orientation, gender identities, and gender expressions. Those looking for more information are invited to visit our Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy.

The main purpose of the Municipal Police Liaison is to facilitate effective communication and collaboration between Island Police Services and Chair various committees, oversee public safety initiatives, oversee the collection of police data, manage security clearance processes, required reporting and support special projects and events.

Duties will include but are not limited to:

• Coordinate and oversee police training programs such as Trauma Informed Training, Critical Incident De-escalation, Intimate Partner Violence, Modern Police Leadership and organized crime;
• Develop and implement integrated enforcement initiatives such as the Provincial Join Enforcement team, resource budget and procurement allocation;
• Develop exercises to test interoperability and business continuity planning related to telecommunication and police dispatch capabilities – testing back up capabilities in the event of a public emergency event, to support uninterrupted core police function;
• Monitor and communicate legislative and regulatory changes related to the Provincial Police Act., Provincial Statutes, Criminal Code, other relevant provincial and Federal Legislation which govern municipal and Federal policing agencies;
• Contribute information and statistics from the provincial perspective on all related police matters;
• Represents the province at up to in person meetings that require travel in addition to regular teleconference meetings;
• Participate in federal/provincial/territorial (FPT) committees related to National Use of Force, First Nations Indigenous Policing Program, and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Guns and Gangs Program. Other committees as required;
• Participate in provincial working groups such as, High Risk Offender Committee, Provincial Police Training, Provincial SAFE program, Drug Impaired Driving;
• Coordinate police coverage and support for large-scale public events, involving senior government officials, inter-provincial dignitaries and the Leiutenant Governor;
• Coordinate authorization for out of province policing agencies to obtain Ministerial authorization to legal perform policing functions while on Prince Edward Island;
• Develop security protocol plans for external agencies and organizations in coordination with municipal and Federal policing agencies;
• Process enhanced security clearance applications for employees of the Government of P.E.I;
• Collect police data and analyze in collaboration with Public Safety data analyst;
• Monitoring security clearances.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Public Administration with extensive experience in law enforcement, public safety, or a related field.
• Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills for effective liaison with police officials and stakeholders.
• Experience working with diverse populations or in multicultural environments.
• Experience with project management.
• Experience with public speaking or delivering presentations.
• Knowledge of policing standards, regulations, and procedures is required.
• Knowledge of legislative processes and regulatory frameworks relevant to public safety.
• Experience working with senior government officials and police administration
• Must have strong networking abilities and experience building partnerships with external stakeholders.
• Valid driver's license.
• Security Clearance Certificate.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.
• Must successfully complete enhanced security clearance.
• Ability to multi-task and keep on top of multiple initiatives.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.

Other Qualifications:

• Fluency in additional languages.
• Training or certification in conflict resolution, negotiation, or mediation.
• Knowledge of emergency management protocols and procedures.
• Demonstrated leadership skills or experience in a supervisory role.

Please Note: Please ensure the application clearly demonstrates how you meet the noted qualifications as applicants will be screened based on the information provided. We would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

Where possible, submitting an electronic resume or job application is preferred. Otherwise, please return forms to PEI Public Service Commission, P.O. Box 2000, Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island, C1A 7N8. Applications may be sent by fax to (902) 368-4383. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE APPLICANT TO CONFIRM RECEIPT OF THE APPLICATION, BY TELEPHONE OR IN PERSON PRIOR TO THE CLOSING DATE. Please ensure that the appropriate Posting ID number is stated on all application forms. You can apply online or obtain an application form by visiting our web site at www.jobspei.ca**. Forms may also be obtained by contacting any PEI Government office, ACCESS PEI Centre, Regional Services Centre, or by telephone (902) 368-4080.**

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