Job Description

City of Maple Ridge
Training Coordinator
Competition #23-132
Status: Regular Full Time
Department: Police Services
Salary: $31.41 – $37.00 pr hour
Closing: July 16, 2023
Come grow with The City of Maple Ridge! Are you a team player with a “can do attitude”, excellent communication and customer service skills? We have the perfect opportunity for you!
POSITION OVERVIEW
We have an exciting new opportunity for a Training Coordinator. This is specialized work in coordinating police training programs for RCMP cadets, RCMP members and municipal staff. Your responsibilities will include; coordinating and scheduling training programs; maintaining the training database; communicate with members when training is due; loads members into the course; monitors progress and compliance with established program expectations. You will also oversee the delivery of the cadet field coaching program; provide orientations; organizes field training rotations; provide input on the selection of the field trainer/coach and works with same to guide cadets during the training period; and monitors progress and compliance with established program expectations. Also, updating a variety of records in the training database and liaises with internal and external parties. You will be working independently, and sound judgement is required.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Completion of Grade 12, supplemented by post-secondary courses related to the work; preferably some experience using police software applications; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of the functions, regulations, rules and procedures related to the work.
Considerable knowledge of the cadet field coaching program and of methods for monitoring and evaluating progress of cadets.
Sound knowledge of staff training needs and training programs as they relate to the work performed.
Sound knowledge of training methods, techniques and practices.
Ability to coordinate the cadet field coaching program, to monitor progress of cadets and their compliance with established program expectations, and to participate in testing and interviews of same to evaluate competencies.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts and to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
Ability to work under minimal supervision.
Ability to exercise judgement in planning work schedules, meeting deadlines, deciding priorities, and solving operational problems.
Ability to prepare and maintain records and reports related to the work.
Skill in the operation of software applications used in the work.
LICENCES AND CERTIFICATES
Ability to obtain and maintain designated RCMP Security Clearance.
HOURS OF WORK
Hours of work are governed by Schedule “B” (M) – based on article 12.01 which may, at the discretion of the Commanding officer of the R.C.M.P. or his/her duly appointed representative, work any seven (7) hour between the hours of 7:00 am and 12:00 midnight, Monday to Sunday, inclusive, with shift differential as per Article 13.10. When shifts are changed, or positions hired, employees in the positions will be given shift preference on the basis of seniority.
EQUITY STATEMENT
At the City of Maple Ridge, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive culture that actively values and embraces diversity. We strive to attract and retain a talented, diverse workforce that is broadly reflective of the community we proudly serve. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process by contacting hrenquires@mapleridge.ca.
WHAT WE OFFER YOU
The City of Maple Ridge is a great place to work with competitive compensation packages that include the Municipal Pension Plan, a strong employee wellness program and the opportunity for professional career growth and professional development. If you want to help shape a growing community in a municipality that strives for service excellence, then this is the position for you.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those under consideration will be contacted.