Youth In Policing Initiative
The Youth In Policing Initiative (YIPI) offers employment with Kingston Police for youth 15 to 18 years of age who reside in the City of Kingston.
NOW HIRIING
for the YIPI 2024 Summer program.
About the YIPI Program
The goal of the Youth in Policing Initiative is to inspire young people to look at the many different aspects of policing and to empower students to become ambassadors of positive change in the City of Kingston.
Students hired by the YIPI program will engage in productive activities in a safe and healthy environment. These activities include work and mentorship in various sections of the Kingston Police service, developing a working relationship with a number of youth organizations in Kingston, and supporting community initiatives, all while learning valuable life and employment skills.
The Youth in Policing Initiative runs in partnership with the Ministry of Children and Community and Social Services. The YIPI along with youthconnect.ca, is part of an effort to coordinate program information and access services, for youth across Ontario.
Civilian Posting
This is a paid student position running for 8 weeks, 40 hours/week. This position also requires some flexibility involving shift changes depending on Community Events.
To qualify for the Youth in Policing Initiative Student position, applicants must:
- Be between the ages of 15-18
- Reside in the City of Kingston
- Be currently enrolled in secondary school
- Legally eligible to work in Canada
Selection
As a part of the selection for this position, all applicants may be assessed through a resume review, interviews, and background investigation. Interviews will be conducted in person at the Kingston Police Headquarters and/or virtually to accommodate all applicants during the recruitment process.
We thank all applicants for their interest.
Applications close at 4:00 pm on May 20, 2024.
Applications that are submitted late or are incomplete will NOT be considered.
How to Apply
Note: Please read entire Job Posting before applying.
Complete the following 3 steps:
- Download Application form
- Complete the Application Form, then attach your cover letter, and resume.
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Save as one document (word or pdf). Ensure there are no file errors when opening. Email your completed document to yipi@kingstonpolice.ca with subject line "Summer YIPI Student Position 2023" and your name.
OR
Submit Application Form to the Front Desk of the Kingston Police Headquarters at 705 Division Street, Kingston, Ontario to the attention of Constable Valerie Hurding. Anyone with questions can also reach out to Constable Valerie Hurding by phone at 613-549-4660 ext. 6213.
NOTE:
The Kingston Police Service is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.