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By Tanner Smith

Municipal Police Force

City begins accepting applications for the Police Commission

Mar 30, 2023 | 1:00 PM

The City is now accepting applications from dedicated individuals who want to serve on the Municipal Police Service Police Commission, ensuring that Grande Prairie is a safe and vibrant City.

This commission will be comprised of 7 to 12 members, with two members being appointed by the province and up to two members allowed to be staff or Council members.

Anyone applying for this commission must be at least 18 years old, and meet a list of requirements:

• Demonstrated experience and education in one or more of the following areas:

– Financial and Business – understanding and experience with both operational and capital budgets and financial controls.

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– Governance – knowledge and/or experience in governance within a large organization.

– Human Resources/Labour Relations – experience in a complex organization with a diverse workforce, preferably in a blended management and management-exempt setting.

• Understanding of public accountability and scrutiny in a political setting.
• Training, education, or experience enhancing knowledge and understanding of equity-seeking or marginalized groups.
• Demonstrated understanding and appreciation of equity, inclusion, and diversity as it pertains to law enforcement.
• Relevant lived experience and understanding of diverse and marginalized communities.
• Knowledge, education, and experiences of working with Indigenous Peoples.
• Successful completion of enhanced security clearance and criminal records check.

City Manager, Bob Nicolay said in a release, “We know many community members care deeply about fostering a safe Grande Prairie and the City is eager to see applications from diverse and qualified backgrounds.”

If appointed, you must serve a three-year term, with the possibility for renewal up to ten years, during your time the commission will be responsible for providing independent arms-length oversight, holding officers accountable for professional and ethical policing.

The deadline to apply for the commission is April 18, and you can access the application portal by clicking here.

After the deadline, the Province will select two candidates for this commission, with City Council deliberating who will fill out the rest of the commission.