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The RPAS Pilot provides aerial overwatch and risk mitigation support for police operations, special events, and public safety incidents. They are responsible for flight planning, equipment maintenance, and maintaining compliance with Transport Canada and Nav Canada regulations.

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Constable in Patrol (Supplemental Duty) Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) Pilot The RPAS Pilot (RPASP) works under the direction of the Operational Planning Sergeant and/or the on duty Critical Incident Commander or Public Order Commander. The RPASP specializes in public safety and risk assessment related to front line operations involving known and unknown levels of risks, community events, parades, special events, planned protests, and demonstrations and other related events involving public safety. The RPASP supports these events by providing overwatch while piloting an RPAS to mitigate risk and create a strategically safe environment for the public and police officers on the ground. The RPASP builds and maintains relationships with partner agencies including BC Legislature Assembly Security, Transport Canada, Nav Canada, the Canadian Forces, Canadian and US Border Protection agencies and partner law enforcement agencies. They collaborate with VicPD’s Community Engagement and Analysis & Intelligence sections to ensure a coordinated and informed response to potential threats, intelligence and community safety planning. Job Description: Reports to the Ops Planning NCO and/or the on duty Critical Incident Commander and/or Public Order Commander Willingness to make a minimum 5-year commitment to the position Successfully obtain and maintain Transport Canada RPAS pilot certification - advanced operations Piloting an RPAS in various environments and providing support to other pilots as needed Supplemental duty, with the understanding that you may be required to pilot or support the RPAS for deployments during scheduled working hours with supervisor approval, and occasionally outside of scheduled working hours Create Specific RPAS Operational Risk Assessments Create flight plans to support operations Complete Applications for Special Flight Operations Perform maintenance of the RPAS Maintain a maintenance logs and flight log Create detailed notes of flight operations and conduct site surveys Recover RPAS in the event of an unforeseen landing or malfunction Provide RPAS support police operational plans for special events in the City of Victoria and Township of Esquimalt Be a primary point of contact and liaise with Transport Canada and Nav Canada during specific operations Liaison to Nav Canada and Transport Canada when required Assist with Emergency Management Work closely with the Operational Planning Section Maintain knowledge of current laws and regulations relating to RPAS Maintain an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) RPAS log Preferred Qualifications: Minimum 2 years of policing experience Willingness to remain in Patrol for a minimum of three years Must be a self-starter with a record of demonstrated initiative Must have the ability to work unsupervised Must be able to work in a team environment and be a team asset Must be able to perform duties in all types of climates Ability to problem solve technical issues Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability Strong organizational, communication and interpersonal skills Strong ability to multi-task and be pro-active with problem solving Have minimal fear of heights Have experience working special duties, protests (GVPSU experience or equivalent surveillance unit experience) Any relevant Command Post or surveillance experience Working understanding of the Gold/Silver/Bronze command structure Working understanding of physical security and risk mitigation principles Ability to identify threats and risks to the public and police in the scope of public events, and daily police front-line operations requiring RPAS support Demonstrated ability to liaise with partner and outside agencies Demonstrated fluency in basic computer software applications Strong understanding of the laws and VicPD policy regarding privacy and recording data Complete all Transport Canada RPAS pilot certifications and requirements Risk Analysis/Assessment & Threat Assessment training and experience Previous experience in piloting mini or small RPAS Knowledge, experience and/or training in Emergency Management Career Path Guidelines do not apply to this position, as it is a supplemental duty. This posting is to augment patrol by filling four (4) RPASP positions (one per Watch) How to Apply / Application Process: 1. Attach a cover letter / expression of interest (maximum one page) to the attention of: OIC of Operational Planning, Inspector Conor King 2. "Application for Position or Supplemental Duty" form signed by your 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. 4. Interviews to take place October 13-14, 2026 Applicants can anticipate a thirty (30) minute interview consisting of three (3) to four (4) behavioral/situational questions All applications will be reviewed by VicPD’s Human Resources. Final review and selections will be made by the OIC of Operational Planning in concert with Human Resources. Applications due Friday, October 2, 2026 by 0900 hours.

What you’ll do

The RPAS Pilot provides aerial overwatch and risk mitigation support for police operations, special events, and public safety incidents. They are responsible for flight planning, equipment maintenance, and maintaining compliance with Transport Canada and Nav Canada regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of two years of policing experience and a willingness to commit to the position for five years. Applicants must obtain and maintain Transport Canada RPAS pilot certification and demonstrate strong initiative and technical problem-solving abilities.

Listed skills

• interpersonal skills · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred
• Multi-Tasking · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• RPAS Piloting
• Public Safety
• Risk Assessment
• Threat Assessment
• Emergency Management
• Surveillance
• Flight Planning
• Technical Problem Solving
• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Multi-tasking
• Physical Security
• Data Privacy
• Maintenance Logs
• Operational Planning
• Self-Starter
• Technical Issues
• Data Recording
• Risk Mitigation
• Planning
• Adaptability
• Pilot Licensing And Certification
• Standard Operating Procedure
• Incident Command Systems
• Interpersonal Communications
• Problem Solving
• Law Enforcement
• Multitasking
• Operational Risk
• Operations
• Organizational Communications
• Proactivity
• Risk Analysis
• Demonstration Skills
• Public Order
• Teamwork

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Government & Public Sector
• Social Services
• Aircraft Pilot
• Law Enforcement Officer
• Police Officers
• Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers