PEEL REGIONAL POLICE Co-op
Placement Application Package
Applications are due: Tuesday
November 18th, 2014
Criteria: Student must meet all to apply.
1. Placements are for FULL DAY Co-op Students only.
2. Students must be 17 years of age at the start of the placement.
3. Dual Credit students are limited to one day per week for college course.
4. All positions except for Fleet are Clerical. No ride-outs.
5. “Personal History Form (Non-Employee- Modified)” is a Criminal Record Check in which the Peel
Regional Police will complete their own search. All components must be completed that are
applicable to the student including disclosing all information.
6. The application package must be completed to be selected for an interview. This includes:
a. All requested information has been included and the co-op teacher has signed off on this.
b. A recent photograph of the applicant.
c. A photocopy of the applicant’s birth certificate.
d. A cover letter which specifically notes the position applying to with details as to why the
candidate would be suited in policing. (with the exception of Fleet).
7. Students must demonstrate good decorum and common sense.
8. Preference will be given to students who have not attained their 30 credits prior to the start of the
semester.
Student Interviews – If the candidate is selected and scheduled for an interview they must adhere
to the following:
1.
Students will be interviewed in December and will be asked to introduce themselves and explain
why they have applied. All students must attend an ORIENTATION SESSION which will be held on
February 23rd, 2015 before the start of the placement.
2.
Students are encouraged to dress appropriately in business attire, to display visible respect for the
interviewer replying with “no sir, yes sir” answers and to be prepared to discuss realistic expectations
for their placement.
3.
Students must respond honestly to this question: “Have you ever had a negative experience with
the police?” Students must be able to pass the criminal check.
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CO-OPERATIVE EDUCATION PEEL REGIONAL POLICE Application Form
DUFFERIN-PEEL CONTACT:
Vera Romaniuk, Co-op Teacher, St. Augustine S.S.
27 Drinkwater Road, Brampton, ON 905-450-9993 ext71383
PEEL CONTACT:
Janice Farrow, Curriculum and Instruction Support Services,
905-890-1010 ext. 2348
CO-OP TEACHER INFORMATION:
Submit application by:
Tuesday, November 18th, 2014 for Semester 2, 2015
SECTION A
All parts of this application form must be completed neatly, accurately and legibly.
Incomplete applications will NOT be considered.
Student’s Name: __________________________________________
Student’s Cell Phone: (
Home Phone: (
) _________________
) _____________________ Does it have voice mail messaging? Yes
Student’s age at the start of the placement: ________
Birth date:
No
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Year/ Month/ Day
Student’s email address___________________________________________
Dual Credit Day if applicable: _____________________ Program/college: ________________________________
Co-op Teacher’s Name: ___________________________ School Board: Dufferin-Peel CDSB or Peel DSB
Co-op Teacher’s Email address____________________________________________________
School Name: ______________________________________ School Phone: (____)____________Ext.__________
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Placement Positions
Currently 8 placements are available in: (see the following pages for descriptions of the placements)
2 positions Fitness/Training Unit – 180 Derry Rd., Brampton
2 positions Children's Safety Village - 7605 Kennedy Rd., Brampton
1 position Davis Court-7755 Hurontario Street, Brampton
1 position Records – 7755 Hurontario Street, Brampton
1 position – Information Technology Services – Telecommunications Systems and Services. –25 Wilkinson Road,
Brampton
1 position Fleet Services- 25 Wilkinson Rd, Brampton
Type of Placement Requested: (see placement descriptions)
Choice #1
_______________________________________________________________________
Choice #2
_________________________________________________________________
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REFERENCE TO BE COMPLETED BY A TEACHER
Please rank the student on a scale of one (1) to four (4), with four being the highest ranking:
a) Dependability:
1
2
3
4
3
4
c) Ability to plan and initiate own learning:
1
2
3
4
b) Commitment to a Policing career
1
2
In this section, please provide an outline of why you think this student should be placed at Peel Regional
Police.
_____________________________________ ___________________________________
Teacher’s Name (please print)
Subject
_____________________________________ ___________________________________
Signature
Telephone Number
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION
This information is collected under the authority of the Education Act and in compliance with Section 14,
Section 32 and Subsection 29 (2) of the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act,
and will be used for the ongoing administration of appropriate Co-operative Education placements.
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PERSONAL INVENTORY - TO BE COMPLETED BY STUDENT
Please complete on a separate sheet of paper and type your answers to the following questions:
1. Why have you requested a placement with Peel Regional Police?
2. How will this placement help you with your career choice?
3. What can you contribute as a Co-op student in this placement? (Discuss your volunteer work, personal
strengths, dual credit experience that relates to Policing, certifications you have received and prior
relevant experience.)
4. What research have you done to explore this career (i.e. personal interviews, internet, career centre,
guidance counselors)?
PEEL REGIONAL POLICE
POSITION DESCRIPTIONS FOR CO-OP STUDENTS
Fitness/Training Unit
 perform daily maintenance and care of the equipment within the Multi-Purpose Room and Weight
Training Room at 180 Derry Road
 assist with the collection and compilation of program related statistics for both the use of facilities and
specific programs or events
 assist in the design, promotion, and implementation of an event or program as scheduled within the
fitness program
 to assist the Fitness Coordinator with the physical fitness testing of applicants. As part of this duty, the
scoring of the tests upon completion will also be done
 participate in the physical activities of the Fitness Program and in certain circumstances, to develop
and lead the activities under the guidance of the Fitness Coordinator
 assist in all aspects of the Fitness and Life Style program as directed by the Fitness Coordinator
 perform general office duties and do follow-up telephone and correspondence
 maintain an open communication with the Coordinator in all matters pertaining to the job
 enjoy the experience of working in and observing, the operation of a large government agency
Children's Safety Village
 will work with the safety village officers in classes which are conducted daily
 must enjoy working with young children
 it is preferable if the student has his/her own means of transportation to and from the Safety Village as
public transit is not readily accessible – they are located half way between Steeles and Derry Road on
Kennedy – 7605 Kennedy Rd. S
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Court Bureau
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deliver and retrieve documents from the trial coordinator's office
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file documents
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assist clerks with processing court packaging
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assist with updating completed court packages
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work within the trial coordinator's office
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assist with provincial court documents
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assist with provincial assignments courts
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learn provincial court offences and documentation
Records Department - The student will
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have a variety of clerical duties assigned
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assist in filing peace bonds and reporting cards into criminal packages
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use Peel Regional Police computers to look up report numbers to assist in filing documents
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maintain alphabetical and numerical files
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assist clerks wherever necessary
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demonstrate good computer skills and be accurate
Fleet Services - It is mandatory for the student to be enrolled in an automotive program at school
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Assisting Technicians in their general duties
Tire maintenance
Cleaning vehicles, stripping vehicles
Parts inventory (Stocking shelves)
Perform housekeeping duties
Information Technology Services (ITS) – Telecommunications Systems and Services (TSS)
 Could perform duties in either of the sub-units within the department: TSS – Systems and Support or
TSS – Voice Infrastructure Services
 Would be under direct guidance in all their undertakings
 Would observe and assist the installation technicians in the set up and decommissioning of vehicles
 would observe and assist the repair technicians with simple repairs
 would observe and assist with the refurbishing//repairing of harnesses and equipment as necessary
 would observe and assist with simple bench type electrical / electronic repairs
 would observe and assist in the parts area with inventory counting and parts control
 would observe and assist the Voice Systems group with telephone adds/moves and changes
 would observe and assist the Voice Systems group with the VOIP deployment to the organization
 Preference will be given to a student who utilizes a lot of hands-on-skills such as those in an
electro/mechanical technician, automotive or robotics type program; or a student focusing their
studies in Telecommunications or automotive electronic equipment installation.
 Proficiency in the use of common hand and power tools (screwdrivers, wrenches, pliers, cutters,
crimpers, ratchets and sockets, electric drills)
 Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel and Access
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Application Package
Please review with your co-op teacher to ensure your application package is complete with
accurate and honest answers to the best of your knowledge. The co-op teacher must verify all
components of your application package are included and sign off.
Co-op Teacher reviewing the package: _________________________________________
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Application Form completed neatly
Personal Inventory Sheet – typed
Teacher Letter of Reference
Current Resume
Cover letter
Recent photograph
Photocopy of Birth Certificate
Personal History Form (Non-Employee- modified) for Police Check
a.
Personal Data
b.
Address History
c.
Driver’s Licence
d.
Family (including if parent has deceased or whereabouts unknown, former and current
roommates if applicable)
e.
Languages
f.
Drugs
g.
Federal and Provincial Statutes
Teacher’s Signature: ________________________________________ Date: _____________________
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