Community Standards Training Instructor Job Listing at City of Edmonton in Edmonton, AB (Job ID 54672)

Description

Are you a skilled law enforcement professional with a talent for teaching and a commitment to safety? The City of Edmonton is seeking a Community Standards Training Instructor to join our Logistics and Business Services team. In this role, you will be a key driver in shaping the skills and expertise of our Community Standards branch, ensuring our staff are equipped with the latest tactical and operational knowledge. You will work in a dynamic law enforcement environment, collaborating with various municipal and provincial agencies to deliver high-quality training that meets strict legislative standards. If you are passionate about mentorship, curriculum development, and fostering a culture of professional excellence, we invite you to apply.

Reporting to the Community Standards Training Program Coordinator, you will be responsible for the development and delivery of operational and tactical training for the branch. You will play a vital role in ensuring that enforcement officers and staff meet all necessary programs, legislative requirements, and authorities. Your daily activities will include researching best practices, performing needs assessments, and delivering comprehensive branch curriculums. You will also manage training databases to ensure all personnel are current with their certifications and refreshers. This position is central to aligning our training with corporate culture improvements and provincially mandated requirements.

What will you do?

• Provide consistent and standardized instruction to all branch staff
• Assist in delivering the Community Peace Officer Induction Program (CPOIP) and all peace officer-related certifications and refreshers
• Conduct research and environmental scans on the latest enforcement methodologies, investigative practices, and personal protective tactics
• Perform ongoing coaching and support to resolve complex issues and maintain staff morale
• Monitor accident reports and safety records to identify trends and proactively determine training requirements
• Participate in recruitment efforts by presenting at job fairs and post-secondary institutions
• Providing support to the Training Coordinator in designing and producing comprehensive learning materials and instructional strategies across various media (print, video, multimedia) to ensure alignment with corporate goals and legislative requirements for the delivery of training
• Provides standardized instruction and field training to all branch staff, specifically leading the Community Peace Officer Induction Program (CPOIP), certifications, and training safety refreshers
• Conducts environmental scans and research on enforcement methodologies, technological advances, and protective tactics to keep the delivery of training programs current and effective
• Builds relationships with leadership and external partners (like the EPS and Government of Alberta) to plan schedules, coordinate logistics, and ensure adherence to provincial enforcement standards
• Sets learning and performance objectives and conducts formal assessments/safety tests to ensure staff are qualified to perform peace officer duties and operate tools and equipment
• Tracks training progress and analyzes accident/safety records to identify trends, proactively adjusting training programs to mitigate risks and address skill gaps
• Manages end-to-end training logistics—including facility booking, record-keeping, and reporting—while providing ongoing coaching and performance appraisals for staff
• Other duties as assigned