WAWA, ON – The Superior East Wawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) will be seeking applicants for the position of “Marine Assistant”. This opportunity is designed for students who are interested in a law enforcement career. 

The purpose of this summer opportunity is to gain a working knowledge of one of the segments within a law enforcement environment.  The student will learn about marine safety, related legislation and marine maintenance. Students will work closely with trained OPP marine operators.  The OPP is looking for an individual who is professional, motivated and fit. 

• The “OPP Marine Assistant” position application process will be available from February 13 – March 1, 2015.
• “Only electronic applications will be considered” and can be located at http://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/SEP.asp or www.opp.ca under Careers.

The following are some of the minimum requirements for the position of Marine Student:

• Minimum age of 18 years, to a maximum age of 24.
• Minimum G2 Drivers Licence
• Pleasure Craft Operators Card (PCOC)
• First Aid/CPR

Strong Swimmer – Excellent Communication Skills – Boating Experience – Professional Appearance are all assets for this job opportunity.

“Working with our OPP marine operators, students can expect to learn a great deal about how we work closely with all our community stakeholders during our marine operations” says Staff Sergeant Marc Loranger, Superior East Wawa Detachment.