Position: Drug & Firearm Enforcement Unit Investigator

Posting Type: Internal Application Opening: July 16, 2026 Application Deadline:

We invite online applications from our sworn members for one (1) position as a Drug & Firearm Enforcement Unit Investigator.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

Under the direction of the NCO i/c Drug & Firearm Enforcement Unit, will increase community safety and wellbeing by conducting investigations, arresting offenders and preparing cases for court in relation to drug and gang activity, property crime, firearm offences, and other incidents as assigned. Shall, in the performance of duties, respect and protect human dignity and maintain and uphold the human rights of all persons.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work in partnership with the Criminal Intelligence Unit, Criminal Investigation Section and Community Patrol Section to identify and dismantle criminal networks having an impact on the community Conduct investigations, arrest offenders and prepare cases for court in relation to criminal offences, and other incidents as assigned Support members from the Community Patrol Section through partnerships and training opportunities Follow up on complex investigations, including those associated with property crime, drug trafficking, gang activity, and weapon possession Assist members of the Criminal Investigation Section with investigations into serious violent crime Cultivate and handle confidential informants in accordance with Brantford Police Service policy Operate a covert police vehicle and conduct mobile and static surveillance Identify at risk youth and participate in the education and mentorship of such individuals Attend relevant training opportunities Work as part of a team in relation to investigations Flexibility in transitioning to directed enforcement in uniform as assigned, with an aim to deter, disrupt, and suppress criminal activities Research, prepare and present reports pertaining to specific Service-related issues Be accountable to supervision Carry out duties in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019 Thorough understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, Policy & Procedures as it pertains to duties performed The ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends and statutory holidays Perform other duties required of a sworn Police Officer as assigned

NOTE: The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties to be performed under the position title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.

Knowledge

Working knowledge of all pertinent legislation and all related in-house investigative policy and procedures Working knowledge of criminal investigative procedures related to Major Case Management and the Criminal Investigations Management and Procedures Plan Working knowledge of the organizational structure, routine orders, policy and procedures, CALEA and practices within the service as it pertains to duties performed

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills Case-management skills Investigative and interviewing skills Demonstrated time-management and organizational skills Computer literate in C.A.D., RMS, Niche, electronic notebooks, Confidential Informant Management System (CIMS), Microsoft Word

Abilities

Ability to exercise good judgment and make good decisions Ability to apply innovative strategies and be creative in problem solving Ability to cultivate informants Flexible and tolerant of changing job duties Ability to observe, retain and prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and operate general office equipment Ability to communicate effectively with people at all levels of comprehension and to handle the public with courtesy and authority Must be capable of handling multi-tasks, produce work under strict and definitive deadlines All other qualifications that the position justifies

Interested applicants are invited to complete an Internal Position Application Form and submit it electronically no later than Friday, August 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

Please click on the link below to upload the application with your resume/cover letter: (Apply to this Job)

Personal information submitted will be used only for the purposes of this competition in accordance with the Freedom of Information and Privacy Act. The Brantford Police Service invites and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including from groups that are traditionally under-represented in employment who may contribute to further diversification of our Service.