CIVILIAN BRANCH

Students for the 2013 Youth in Policing Program The application process for the 2013 YIPI Program is now OPEN. In collaboration with the Ministry of Children and Youth Services, STPS will engage the students in positive productive activities in a safe and healthy environment. YIPI Program runs for eight weeks, Tuesday July 2nd, 2013 to Friday August 23rd, 2013. The goal of the program is to inspire young people to look at policing as a career choice and to become ambassadors by improving police and youth relations. This learning opportunity for students will consist of: • Gaining knowledge of different units within the police service, • Acting as a mentor at children’s summer camps, • Participating in activities that are labor intensive (e.g. graffiti removal), • Participating in ride-alongs with general patrol officers , • Assisting with Community Service Officers at community events. To qualify for the Youth in Policing program, a student must be: • Between the ages of 14 and 17 • Deemed a “Youth at Risk” within the community (See the below definition) • Returning to a St. Thomas high school in September 2013 • Benefiting from a mentoring relationship with members of the police service • Benefiting from this developmental opportunity regarding leadership and civic responsibility • Responsible for his/her own transportation to and from Police Headquarters each morning • Available to work the entire 8 weeks of the program “Youth at risk” can be defined as young people whose background places them "at risk" of future offending or victimization due to environmental, social and family conditions that hinder their personal development and successful integration into the economy and society. How to be considered for this exciting opportunity: For the 2013 Youth In Policing Application Click Here

Cadet Program

At the present time, the St.Thomas Police Service is not accepting applications for this position.

The cadet program serves as an entry-level position for Police Constable with our Police Service. The position is designed to develop these civilian members for future positions as sworn police officers. The job description includes the following duties but is not limited to summons and subpoena service, fingerprinting, relief dispatch and communication duties, witnessing statements for criminal investigations and contacting victims of crime for follow up information.

A cadet is hired as a full time civilian member of the Police Service and is recognized and eligible for the benefits and remuneration as described in the Civilian Collective agreement.

When a vacancy is available in the uniform division, a cadet is selected to attend the Ontario Police College to complete the Basic Constable Training program. Upon successful completion of this training, the cadet returns to our Service to be sworn in as a Police Constable.

Applicants must have a minimum of four (4) years of secondary school education or its equivalent recognized by the Ministry of Education for the Province of Ontario. Applicants must meet the requirements as outlined in the Police Services Act for a Police Constable and provide proof of a valid Standard First Aid and C.P.R. certificate as well as a valid Ontario Driver's licence.

Candidates must possess a current Certificate of Results for a police constable from Applicant Testing Services. Applicant Testing Services Inc. can be contacted at 1-800-429-7728 or (519)659-8686 for information regarding the necessary testing and associated fees.

Click to download the Applicant Reference Guide - Cadet

Special Constables

At the present time, the St.Thomas Police Service is not accepting applications for this position.

The Police Services Act authorizes Police Services Boards to appoint civilians to perform the duties of a Special Constable under Section 53 of the Police Services Act. With the Solicitor General's approval, the Board appoints Special Constables conferring on him/her the powers of a police officer for specific purposes set out in the appointment.

Special Constables are assigned to Support Services - Court Office. Their duties include prisoner transportation and security in the courtroom and police building.

To apply for this position, a valid Certificate of Results must be obtained from Applicant Testing Services.

System Administrator

At the present time, the St.Thomas Police Service is not accepting applications for this position.

The System Administrator is responsible for support and nurturing of the entire PC LAN/WAN networks including training, coordination and long term Information Technology planning. This position is a focal point for the St. Thomas Police Service to keep abreast of all Local, Provincial and Federal network activity. Key components of the role include: hardware/software installations and support, LAN/WAN network support based on in-depth knowledge of Windows 2000 and newer and related operating systems.

Police Communicator

At the present time, the St.Thomas Police Service is not accepting applications for this position.

The Police Communicator or Civilian Radio Operator or Dispatcher - is the link between the officer on the street and police headquarters. Communicators receive initial calls for service, dispatch officers and provide back up support information. Communicators are assigned to a uniform platoon and work 12 hour shifts.

Clerical Staff

At the present time, the St.Thomas Police Service is not accepting applications for this position.

Our business office is staffed by courteous, well trained professionals who perform a variety of tasks including: reception, data entry, communication relief, CPIC maintenance, statistical data compilation, to name a few.

The business office is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.