Constable - Community Resource Officer (CRO) (Internal Only) 2025/26

The Community Resource Officer (CRO) primary function is to be an ambassador for the Victoria Police Department and is responsible for prioritizing and analyzing concerns identified by police and community members.  This requires the ability to carefully examine the underlying conditions that have led to community problems and proactively seek new and alternative responses. The ability to think proactively and develop preventative action is critical, as is the capacity to engage with a range of partner agencies, community organizations and the public. The CRO must lead, coordinate and delegate tasks to members of the Community Services Division and Patrol Division where an integrated team response is appropriate or required. This is a demanding position which requires strong organizational skills.

Job Description: 

• Uniform position Work (4) - 10 hour shifts per week


• Analyze problems and identify solutions that may include enforcement or involvement of community groups or agencies (Solution Oriented Policing)


• Identify and examine the events and conditions that led to the problems, research and obtain data. Collaborate, develop and implement response plans focusing on innovative solutions


• Review and evaluate strategies, action taken and re-assess


• Liaise with community groups and associations to address concerns. 


• Attend meetings and provide information on crime patterns


• Liaise with levels of government on issues affecting Victoria & Esquimalt


• Provide guidance to various committees, task forces, action groups and service providers


• Perform security audits and speak in public settings with community members


• Manage assigned portfolios

Preferred Qualifications:

• Self Starter who is effective working in teams and with community members


• Ability to work with minimal supervision


• Understanding and compassionate; experienced managing issues effecting marginalized individuals.


• Demonstrated understanding of harm reduction initiatives and strategies


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Demonstrated ability to implement innovative solutions to challenges 


• Police Mountain Bike trained or willingness to complete this training


• Strong interpersonal skills, with public speaking experience

Career Path Guidelines apply to this posting.

This posting is to fill one (1) anticipated vacancy in 2026.

How to Apply

Please upload the following documents:

1.  One page cover letter

2.  "Application for Position or Supplemental Duty" form signed by by current supervisor and manager

       Link here: Application for Position or Supplemental Duty

3.  Up to two (2) pages of supporting materials which demonstrate your suitability for the position, including how you meet the basic and/or preferred qualifications. 

Applications must be submitted before Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at 0800 hours