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• Serve the community while working for one of the most reputable police departments in Canada
• Annual salaries starting from $85,392 to $121,992, with a wide range of additional benefits and growth opportunities
• Join a team committed to public safety and making a difference every day

About Vancouver Police Department (VPD)

The Vancouver Police Department (VPD) is dedicated to ensuring public safety and upholding the highest standards of service. As a premier law enforcement agency in Canada, the VPD values community partnerships and innovation. With a diverse team and numerous career paths, the department provides a rewarding environment where employees can reach their full potential and contribute to the safety and well-being of Vancouver’s residents.

For more information, please visit www.vpd.ca.

Your Career with VPD

VPD is looking for Casual Clerk Typists based in Vancouver, BC.

As a Police Officer, you will serve the community by maintaining public order, enforcing laws, and protecting citizens. This role involves responding to emergencies, conducting investigations, and engaging with community members to build trust and ensure safety.

More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Enforcing federal and provincial laws
• Conducting crime prevention activities and investigations
• Providing first aid and emergency response
• Handling and caring for a variety of firearms and equipment
• Operating police vehicles during emergency situations
• Gathering and documenting evidence for court purposes
• De-escalating potentially dangerous situations

To read the full position description, please click here.

About You

To qualify, you must meet the following basic requirements:

• Minimum 19 years of age
• Excellent character and physical fitness
• Canadian citizen or permanent resident
• No criminal convictions
• Valid BC class 5 driver’s license
• Minimum 30 academic post-secondary credits or equivalent professional development credits
• Valid current standard first aid/CPR “C” certification

Preferred qualifications:

• A degree or diploma in any field
• Second language proficiency
• Volunteer experience

About the Benefits

Competitive annual salaries ranging from $85,392 to $121,992, with additional pay increments. Benefits include:

• Extended health coverage (unlimited lifetime amount for officers and dependents)
• Maternity and parental leave top-up benefits (up to 100% salary)
• Psychological services plan ($5,000/year)
• Fertility coverage (up to $20,000 lifetime maximum)
• Comprehensive employee wellness programs (fitness facilities, peer support, and more)
• Relocation assistance if required
• And many more!

How to Apply

VPD follows stringent protocols in ensuring our hiring process follows strict guidelines in collecting confidential data from all candidates. To ensure that all applications are processed efficiently, please follow the steps outlined below:

1. Download and complete these forms and upload with your application: VPD Employment Application and VPD Integrity & Lifestyle Questionnaire
2. Complete the online application by filling out the Personal Details form and answering the Questions at the bottom of this page
3. Go to the next page of the online application and upload your resume
4. Submit your online application

Once all the steps above have been completed, a member of our hiring team will contact you. Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive, only the selected candidates will be contacted.

If you share our values and are ready to protect and serve Vancouver, we invite you to apply today!