Constable Officer

Position: New Constable Officer – Fulltime – Permanent at Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service
Location: Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands

Wikwemikong Tribal Police Service is accepting applications for a New Constable Officer.
The New Recruit Police Constable will be responsible to the Chief of Police and will maintain law and order in a community-based setting within and around Wikwemikong Territory.
The new recruit must attend a 4-week Pre-Recruit Orientation and successfully pass an 11-week Basic Constable Training course at the Ontario Police College in Aylmer, Ontario, for the January 2026 intake. Additionally, complete an 8-week training session at the Ontario Provincial Police Academy in Orillia, Ontario.
Salary Range  $67, 392 – $122,782
Location  Wikwemikong Unceded Territory
Key Duties/Responsibilities   Preserve the peace, prevent crimes, other offences, provide assistance, and encouragement to other people in their prevention.
Assist victims of crime.
Apprehend criminals, other offenders and others who may lawfully be taken into custody.
Lay charges and participate in prosecutions.
Execute warrants and perform related duties.
Perform the lawful duties that the Chief of Police assigns.
Respond to calls for service.
Successfully complete prescribed training.
Commitment to Community-Based Policing principles and practices.
Display cultural competence when interacting with members of the community.
Perform 12-hour shifts (days and nights) including weekends and holidays.
Participate in community events and cultural gatherings.
Assist in the development and implementation of projects, acting as a resource to team members and other Units.
Undertake assignments, including traffic point duty and crowd control, as required.
Basic Requirements   Diploma in Police Foundations or Degree in Law and Criminal justice an asset.
Copy of OACP certificate, include all accompanied documents such as hearing/vision assessments, 2-week fitness log, and OACP waivers.
Copy of valid Class G Ontario Driver’s License
Copy of current First Aid/CPR Level C Certificates.
Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Outlook and Office.
Must have awareness of First Nation culture and traditions.
Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position.
Ability to maintain confidentiality a MUST.
Be prepared to take an Oath/Affirmation of Office and Secrecy.
Be of good moral character and habits Pass a detailed background check that includes security clearance checks, credit, and reference checks.
Any relevant certificates related to the position being applied for.
Candidates must complete a fitness shuttle run test as part of their in-person interview and must achieve a level 7 score.
This position is open to Canadian citizens and permanent residents only.
Final date to receive applications for the January 2027 Intake:
September 11, 2026.