POSITION SUMMARY:

The Chief of Police is the senior law enforcement official responsible for the leadership, administration, and daily operations of the Corman Park Police Service (CPPS). The role is accountable and reports on administrative and policing matters to the Corman Park Board of Police Commissions (Police Commission). The Chief ensures the delivery of effective, ethical, and professional policing services aligned with municipal expectations, provincial legislation, and community safety priorities.

ACCOUNTABILITY AND OVERSIGHT:

• Is responsible to the Police Commission for matters involving level of service, discipline, community complaints, and operational oversight.
• Is responsible for working under the Provincial Order in Council that established the Corman Park Police Service
• Collaborates closely with both the Police Commission and Chief Administrative Officer on planning, budgeting, reporting, staffing, and policy development.
• Exercises duties in accordance with The Police Act, 1SS0, related provincial regulations, RM bylaws and Criminal Code of Canada.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Operational and Administrative Leadership

• Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of CPPS, including law enforcement activities, investigations, and community relations.
• Delegate duties to police members and oversee scheduling, performance, and resource deployment.
• Monitor and approve overtime, time-off, and leave requests in alignment with budget constraints.
• Authorize shift schedules and communicate operational changes promptly.
• Review and initial all warrants, RMS reports, and court documentation to ensure legal compliance and administrative accuracy.
• Approve police invoices and complete all required financial and performance reporting, including monthly Police Commission Reports.

Strategic and Fiscal Management

• Develop and articulate a long-term vision and strategic plan for CPPS, setting department-wide goals, priorities, and measurable performance benchmarks in line with municipal objectives.
• Prepare and manage the department’s annual operating and capital budgets in collaboration with the Administrator.
• Oversee allocation of staffing, equipment, and resources for maximum operational efficiency.
• Provide monthly reports to the Police Commission detailing operations, staffing, criminal activity, equipment needs, complaints, and other significant developments.
• Supply all necessary data for payroll, scheduling, and leave tracking.

Governance, Legislative Compliance, and Risk Management

• Ensure all operations are in compliance with municipal bylaws, provincial and federal legislation, and professional policing standards.
• Support enforcement of local bylaws and prepare related reports as needed.
• Respond to and investigate public complaints in a fair, transparent, and timely manner.
• Inform the Police Commission of criminal incidents, disciplinary matters, staff injuries, training needs, and other issues requiring oversight.
• Lead risk management, business continuity planning, and crisis response initiatives, ensuring department readiness for emergencies and coordination with partner agencies.
• Submit monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to the Saskatchewan Police Commission as required in areas of use of force, discipline, contact interviews, and others as required by provincial regulation”

Community Engagement and Public Relations

• Represent CPPS at meetings with the RCMP, other local Police Authorities, Hamlet Boards, Community Associations, Rural Crime Watch groups, and other stakeholders.
• Foster trust and transparency through proactive engagement with residents and ratepayers.
• Promote public safety and crime prevention through education and visibility.
• Serve as primary spokesperson for CPPS during critical incidents, managing media relations and public communications.

Organizational Development and Equity

• Foster a supportive and respectful workplace that prioritizes employee wellness, mental health, diversity, equity, inclusion, and reconciliation efforts.
• Guide recruitment, mentorship, and training to build a skilled, professional police service.
• Identify high-potential staff and support career progression, succession planning, and organizational resilience.
• Evaluate emerging best practices and participate in professional development to support continuous improvement and innovation in policing services

C. Technological Leadership and Data Governance

• Evaluate and implement innovative policing technologies; ensure the organization leverages data analytics for evidence-based decision making while safeguarding privacy.
• Oversee cybersecurity and safeguard data privacy within all police operations.

Professional Standards and Discipline

• Administer internal investigations, maintain oversight of professional standards, and apply progressive discipline and grievance resolution where appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with provincial police oversight agencies and cooperate with external investigations.

Confidentiality and Ethics

• Exercise discretion and confidentiality in all matters.
• Sensitive issues (e.g., criminal investigations, staff discipline, complaints, personnel matters) are reported only to the Police Commission, maintaining governance integrity.
• Maintain the highest standard of integrity, impartiality, and professionalism, both internally and in the community.