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Officers and civilians alike had access to cafeteria. Workout facilities provided free of charge.
Switchboard/RIB/Administrative Assistant, in that order. (Former Employee) - Newmarket ON 1998 to 2004/ Aurora, ON 2005 tp 2016 - 10 September 2021
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The most useful review selected by Indeed- Switchboard was Monday to Friday, shift work.- Records (RIB) based on continental shifts. Assigned to a platoon, and worked 12 hour shifts, two days and two nights. Direct voice reporting by officers from the districts, before, after, and during shifts.- Administrative Assistant, Monday to Friday, day shifts only.There was the usual workplace politics, but once appreciated could be navigated and work ethic was good. Chain of command was adhered to, and while management was not always available, supervisors were.It was a challenge at times to keep pace with changes in policy.From a personal perspective, I most enjoyed the report taking and one on one interaction with officers in the field. It was then I felt most useful. However, all phases undergo change and adjustment, and I could find enjoyable features in every work assignment.There was a facility provided where staff from all departments could mingle and relax, complete with a bar, some fast food/snacks, pool table, soccer field, and baseball diamond.
Pros
Excellent benefits, very good wages, friendly and helpful co-workers. Good work-life balance.
Cons
Personality conflicts could be difficult to cope with, but no job is perfect.
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Excellent learning opportunity
Police Officer (Former Employee) - 4 District - 17 May 2021
Outstanding opportunity for self development in skills and team work. We learn family and relational dynamics as well as investigative and interviewing skills.
Pros
Amazing learning opportunity and skill set development
Cons
Shift work/occupational stress injury potential
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A career that I miss
Police Constable (Former Employee) - York, ON - 3 November 2020
Loved being a police officer for York Regional Police. many opportunities and paths you can follow. Room for promotion if its something you are interested in. All facilities have a gym for keeping in shape. Reired after 30 years due to an injury which was causing too much pain.
Pros
Great group of people
Cons
can be very stressful
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Possibly one of the best policing choices in Canada
Police Constable 1st Class (Former Employee) - Vaughan, ON and Buttonville, ON - 20 April 2020
York Regional Police was my premier choice of agencies to work for when I applied 25 years ago (retired now). In my former career as a television news journalist, I had the many opportunities to deal with provincial and municipal agencies from Burk’s Falls to Toronto, Brampton to Kingston. There was no doubt where I wanted to go.
There was always an extra edge of pride and professionalism at YRP that others never quite seemed to match. This was borne out in my 22+ years on the force. The people I worked with were, almost without exception bright, dedicated, talented, diverse. The brother/sisterhood teamwork was almost always alive and well. Sure there were differences, but there was not one person I ever worked with who I felt bad about going with into the worst possible situation. And in York Region you will have the potential to be exposed to *every* policing situation from cows on the road in rural areas to daylight gang murders in restaurant parking lots And everything in between.
The opportunities in YRP are virtually limitless; if it’s a part of policing, YRP has it from General Patrol duties to Criminal Investigations, School Resource Officers, Recruiting, Emergency Response Unit and Canine Units, Forensic Identification and my favourite, as I spent my last 5 years there, the Air Support Unit.
Yes, there are pitfalls such as supervisors who should never have been promoted to their positions. There is politics, just like any large organization. If you learn to navigate those issues, the job on the ground is incredibly rewarding.
Pros
Constant challenges; self-directed; teamwork; public contact; high-stress; endless career choices
Cons
Night shifts; some corporate policies; difficult supervisors
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Excellent place to work
Constable (Former Employee) - Region of York - 6 April 2020
I had a fantastic career working with great people. At York Regional Police you have the ability to make a difference in our community and make it a safe place to live.
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A good stable place to work with a completive work environment
Police Detective/ Sergeant (Current Employee) - Newmarket, ON - 20 January 2020
The organization strives for excellence and in many cases succeeds. There are many avenues of policing where you can work so boredom should never become an issue. There are ample opportunities for advancement if you are a go getter.
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Great leadership
Analyst (Former Employee) - Aurora, ON - 28 November 2019
Great management, opportunities to develop, great overall culture. Lots of collaboration and if you're willing to learn, folks are willing to teach you.
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Productive, informative, fun work experience
Youth in Policing Student (Former Employee) - Aurora, ON - 7 July 2019
The summer program was extremely informative, useful, and an overall fun learning experience.
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Excellent workplace
Retired Police Sergeant (Former Employee) - Aurora, ON - 20 April 2019
As a police officer, there is no such thing as a typical day. They are very fluent and constantly changing which is one of the most enjoyable parts of the job. Every unit I worked in was unique, requiring its own set of job skills and training. Everyday there was something new to learn, which meant no two days were the same.
The job culture was very good, as was security and advancement. York Regional Police is an excellent policing organization.
The hardest part of the job was seeing sad things, helping people whose lives were changed forever and sometimes the uncertainty of what was going to happen next. However, these things could also be the best parts because it is very rewarding to help people and be effective at doing so.
Pros
Pride
Cons
Sad things
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Very good work environment!
Yipi (Former Employee) - Ontario - 28 January 2019
When I was in the yipi program it was a real eye opener for young people interested in policing or first responding. The tours and other career opportunities we explored had a major impact on helping me decide on what I would like to do in the future. I wish more people knew about this amazing opportunity
Pros
Once in a lifetime opportunity, great opportunities to network, enjoyable
Cons
Only a summer position, I would have loved to continue
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Fun workplace with incredible opportunities for professional and personal growth
Administrative Assistant - Operational Command (Former Employee) - Aurora, ON - 18 June 2018
York Regional Police provides countless opportunities for their employees to grow both professionally and personally. I loved every moment of my employment with York Regional Police. I had the opportunity to hold several positions within the organization during my tenure.
Pros
Ability for job development
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Great work environment
Student Cadet (Former Employee) - Markham, ON - 16 March 2018
The people i met and were able to work along side were fantastic. The experience i gained will greatly assist me in my future career. The hours were great and pay was never an issue
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Very poor management
Member (Current Employee) - Aurora, ON - 4 December 2017
They claim best employer - however the treatment of the employees is very poor in many areas (lots of bullying, harassment and duty allocation inequality). An extremely poor human resources department. There are great benefits and if you have a University education you will have access to apply to some good paying positions.
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Would do it again
Youth Intern (Former Employee) - Markham, ON - 5 April 2017
It was a life changing experience, would definitely love to work here again, hours, pay, and management were thoroughly organized. Too bad their not always hiring.
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Great Career
Officer Administrative Support (Former Employee) - Aurora, ON - 31 August 2016
The police association which acts like a union is amazing and extremely supportive of its members.
The actual job is very rewarding and I absolutely loved it.
Pros
Job security
Cons
managements lack of empathy for the employees
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Amazing Job Placement
Office Assistant (Former Employee) - Newmarket, ON - 30 November 2014
i worked there as a temporary worker too learn more about police officers. it was never a boring day at the job, there was always something new to do. I learned a lot about the Human Resources department and what police officers do in the office. The hardest job of the part was getting around from place to place, it was a very grand HQ, and having to organize everything for when they were moving out, was difficult. The most enjoyable was being able to work with the officers, and get to know their work environment.
Pros
Great coworkers, great compensation, very friendly staff
Cons
can be very demanding and being a quick learner is a must
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Great place to work!
Youth In Policing (Former Employee) - Markham, ON - 27 May 2014
Working with YRP was great. It was a good workplace and gave young students the chance to see the criminal justice side of the world. It was great being able to help out in the community and work with kids. The hours were great and didn't interfere with our school life.
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