UCCM Anishnaabe Police - CHIEF OF POLICE

Established in October 1995, the U.C.C.M. Anishnaabe Police provides policing services to six member First Nation communities of the United Chiefs and Councils of Manitoulin. The service area is an Anishnaabe population of approximately 2,500 which is geographically dispersed over 100 kms on Manitoulin Island, located in beautiful Northern Ontario. U.C.C.M. Anishnaabe Police has established itself as an employer of choice by continuously striving to be the centre of excellence in First Nations policing and providing a challenging and rewarding work environment. This has resulted in many opportunities for growth, strong healthy relations with internal and external stakeholders, a highly trained and committed team, and nearly 100 percent employee retention.

The long term vision of U.C.C.M. Anishnaabe Police Service is to be a partner in community wellness by providing proactive, culturally sensitive, and innovative service while respecting existing laws, customs and traditions. To help fulfill this vision, the U.C.C.M. Anishnaabe Police Service is seeking a dynamic, passionate and inspirational policing leader who is committed to making a difference in Anishnaabe communities. To accomplish this goal, the successful candidate will lead the change effort in implementing a unique and custom tailored service delivery model for community safety and wellness which includes Anishnaabe restorative justice and traditional peacekeeping philosophies.

The Chief of Police, under the direction of the Police Board, will be responsible for managing, planning, organizing and coordinating the work of sworn officers and civilian personnel in day to day operations. The Chief of Police will work closely with a variety of community stakeholders in strategic governance as well as establish, implement and manage operational policies and procedure in keeping with legal requirements, ethics, and professional standards consistent with the overall mission, values, and goals of the Service.

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