Military Police Officer

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Overview

As a member of the military, Military Police Officers lead teams of Military Police members in enforcing laws and regulations on Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) establishments in Canada and abroad. They serve the entire CAF community including Regular and Reserve Force members, civilian employees, cadets, and family members.

Military Police Officers provide leadership and professional direction, manage resources and equipment, enforce discipline, control traffic, handle prisoners of war, detainees, and refugees, and manage criminal intelligence.

The primary responsibilities include:

• Manage military police patrols
• Administer police operations
• Supervise crime scene management
• Conduct investigations and interviews
• Manage investigations
• Administer police and security programs
• Provide police and security advice to senior authorities

Work environment

Military Police Officers work within civilian and military justice systems, recognized as peace officers. They serve 24/7 in Canada or internationally, with work conditions varying by location.

Joining the Regular Force involves base postings and potential relocations after training. The Primary Reserve offers part-time roles, typically one night per week, with options for full-time employment and deployment.

Entry plans

• Direct Entry Options
• Paid Education Options

Applicants meeting minimum requirements will undergo assessments. Those with a university degree, especially in criminal justice, may be directly placed into training programs.

Regular Officer Training includes basic training, military officer qualification, and specialized courses, with opportunities for advanced skills development.

Training

Training includes basic officer training in Quebec, followed by infantry and military police officer qualification courses in Ontario, with opportunities for specialized skills development.

Part-time options

Part-time roles are available with the Reserve Force, serving within Canada, with comparable training and benefits to the Regular Force.

Find a Recruiting Centre, and explore related careers such as Legal Officer, Intelligence Officer, and other roles within the military.

Seniority level:
Entry level

Employment type:
Full-time

Job function:
Other, Information Technology, and Management