Experienced Police Officer Program
1. Who can apply under the Experienced Police Officer program?
To be considered for the experienced officer hiring pool at the RNC, applicants must currently serve or have served as a sworn police officer with full constable status in a municipal or provincial police service, or with the RCMP.
2. I am a military reservist but have no police officer experience. Would my application be considered as an Experienced Police Officer?
Unfortunately as you do not possess any prior policing experience, you are required to apply under the Cadet Program Training.
3. I have approximately 14 years of law enforcement experience, including as a Deputy Sheriff and Corrections Officer. Should I apply as an Experienced Police Officer?
No. To be considered for the experienced officer hiring pool at the RNC, applicants must currently serve or have served as a sworn police officer with full constable status in a municipal or provincial police service, or with the RCMP. Since you do not have policing experience, you should apply through the Cadet Training Program.
4. If I don’t meet all of the requirements of the RNC Experienced Police Officer Program, should I still apply?
Yes, we encourage everyone to apply.
5. As an Experienced Officer, is my pensionable service transferable?
It is possible for experienced officers to transfer their pension from other police services. For inquiries about pensionable service, please contact the Uniformed Services Pensions Office. Andrea Squires can be reached at 709-729-5953 or via email at andreasquires@gov.nl.ca. It is important to keep in mind that the process may vary depending on the province in which you worked.
6. As an Experienced Officer, do I get credit for my years of service when it comes to pay?
Salary is generally determined by the number of years served. To illustrate, if you have accumulated seven years of service in your previous department, you will receive the same pay as an officer who has been with the RNC for seven years. Salary and benefit details are outlined in the Collective Agreement.
7. As an Experienced Officer, do I get credit for my years of service when it comes to Annual Leave?
Salary and benefit details are outlined in the Collective Agreement. Annual Leave is dependent on years of service. The following applies:
- 1-10 years: 120 hours
- 11-20 years: 160 hours
- 20+ years: 200 hours
8. I am inquiring about the possibility of applying for specialized units after completing five years of service with Operational Patrol Services with another police agency. Can you confirm if this is something the RNC offers?
As per the Collective Agreement, all positions follow a competitive process. However, in cases where all other factors are equal, seniority is given priority. Therefore, having five years of OPS experience does not guarantee any advantage. It’s important to note that seniority does not transfer from previous organizations to the RNC.
9. Is it possible to connect with a current officer to gain insight about the transition process?
For valuable insights and the opportunity to connect with a seasoned police officer who has successfully undergone the transition, please feel free to reach out to Insp. Danny Dorian at dannyd@rnc.gov.nl.ca.
10. Who should I contact if I have questions about the Experienced Police Officer application process?
Please contact RNCEOHiring@rnc.gov.nl.ca.
11. Can you provide information about the five week training program offered to accepted applicants under the Experienced Police Officer Program?
The RNC offers a five-week in-service training program for Experienced Police officers at RNC Headquarters in St. John’s, NL.
12. When does the five-week training begin?
The scheduling is dependent on the number of applicants in a given year.
13. If successful, where could I work as an RNC officer?
Assignments are determined by executive management and based on operational requirements. Officers could be assigned to any one of the RNC’s policing jurisdictions including, the Northeast Avalon, Corner Brook Region, and Labrador West.
Cadet Training Program
1. If I do not meet all of the police cadet application requirements, should I still apply?
Yes, we encourage everyone to apply.
2. I am having trouble opening and completing the Police Cadet Application. Are there further instructions?
Please follow these steps:
- Right-click on the link to the form.
- Select ‘Save target as’ or ‘Save link as’.
- Choose a location on your computer to save the file.
- Open the file from the saved location.
- If you cannot open the file, download Acrobat Reader for free.
- Complete the form.
- Save the form to your computer.
3. Who should I contact if I have questions about the police cadet application process?
Please email rncrecruiting@rnc.gov.nl.ca
4. How much does the Atlantic Police Academy (APA) program cost?
Approximately $30,000 but applicants are eligible for financial assistance.
5. Is there any accommodations provided for the 36-weeks of training in PEI?
Yes. Full-time APA programs include a mandatory residence requirement and meal plan.
6. Is there any tuition assistance offered by the RNC?
At this time, all costs associated with the process are the responsibility of applicants. Applicants are eligible for financial assistance.
7. Is there an age requirement to be considered for training as a cadet?
You must be 19 years of age upon graduation from the training program. There is no specific age restriction in place. The Human Rights Act of NL ensures that age-based discrimination is prohibited. Like all applicants, individuals in the higher age bracket must successfully undergo the PARE Test, medical evaluations, and meet all other relevant criteria.
8. If successful, where could I work as an RNC officer?
Assignments are determined by executive management and based on operational requirements. Officers could be assigned to any one of the RNC’s policing jurisdictions including, the Northeast Avalon, Corner Brook Region and Labrador West.
9. Is it possible to connect with a current officer to gain insight about the job?
Certainly, please contact Insp. Dan Doiron at dannyd@rnc.gov.nl.ca.
10. I am red/green deficient and unable to pass the dot color tests. However, I pass alternative examinations using different colored strings/tape. Can I still apply?
All applicants must meet RNC vision standards and submit a form signaling the same by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. If you demonstrate a colour-vision deficiency on the Farnsworth discs, you will not meet the vision standards requirements of the RNC and unfortunately we would have to respectfully decline your application.