NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
**************************
Are you passionate about making a difference and helping build safer communities within Ontario? On Oct. 1, 2022, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be hosting Provincial Recruitment Day across the province.
This year's Provincial Recruitment Day's theme is "A Day in the Life" and will showcase many of the career opportunities that empower our members to make a difference each day. With hundreds of members eligible for retirement over the next few years, there has never been a better time to apply to the OPP. Whether you are interested in becoming a police officer, auxiliary member (volunteer) or working in a civilian role, the OPP has a job opportunity for you.
While post-secondary education/experience in law or security is not required, any post-secondary is considered an asset. The OPP assesses applicants based on a positive background, maturity, effective interpersonal and communication skills, ability to balance finances and other responsibilities, and those who respect and support inclusiveness and diversity.
Please join the Wellington County OPP on Oct. 1, 2022, between 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. to learn more about a career with the OPP.
The event will be located at:
Centre Wellington Operations Centre
371 Charles Allan Way
Fergus, Ontario
If you are unable to attend one of the many in person events, we encourage you to register for the virtual Provincial Recruitment Day event via opp.ca/prd
Candidates are encouraged to also visit opp.ca/careers where they can find out more information about the above-noted positions, the minimum qualifications, as well as instructions on how to apply.
About the Ontario Provincial Police
The Ontario Provincial Police is one of North America's largest deployed police services with more than 5,500 uniform officers, 2,500 civilian employees and 600 auxiliary members. The OPP provide essential services that ensure the safety and security of the people and visitors to the Province of Ontario.
The OPP is dedicated to ensuring open, accessible, equitable and respectful workplaces, and is committed to reflecting the diverse communities it serves. We encourage applications from members of our diverse communities, including Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, women, persons from racialized groups, 2SLGBTQ+ persons, those who are able to speak fluently in another language(s), and anyone committed to a rewarding career in public service. The OPP is an equal opportunity employer and accommodations will be provided in all stages of our hiring processes as necessary.
*************************
