Actors – Police Recruit Training Program (Casual, Contract)
| Competition Number: 126014 | Type: Contract |
| Closing Date: August 31, 2025 |
Category: Contract |
Medicine Hat College, in partnership with the Medicine Hat Police Service, is seeking actors to participate in integrated scenario assessments. Actors will portray complainants, victims, or suspects in realistic training simulations. These roles require strong improvisation skills and the ability to follow detailed role guidance provided by training leads. Selected candidates will receive a 5-hour orientation and training session prior to being scheduled for specific scenarios. This is a unique opportunity to support law enforcement training through dynamic, interactive performance.
A little about the role:
- Acting days begin at 7:00 am and may run to 4:00 pm.
- Compensation is $340 /day.
Details:
- Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and punctuality.
- Be comfortable performing in emotionally dynamic or high-stress simulated scenarios.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding training content and participant performance
- Communicate effectively with training staff and fellow actors
- Be receptive to feedback and direction from training leads
- Be available for a 7-hour training session prior to scenario work
- Be able to work collaboratively within a team setting.
- Have flexible availability to accommodate scheduled training dates.
- Have a passion or interest for community and social impact.
Term of Appointment: Fall 2025 semester, beginning October 2025
Hours of Work: As scheduled (includes evening and weekend shifts)
Please submit a cover letter quoting Competition #126014 with your resume, saved as a single document. Deadline for receipt of applications is August 31, 2025.
This position will require the successful candidate to present a valid Police Information/Criminal Record Check.
Please indicate in your cover letter where you first saw the ad for this position. Submit your application by one of the following methods:
- Email (You can select the "Apply Now" button.) Please send your application as an attachment in either .doc,.docx,.pdf or .rtf formats (only).
- Canada Post
Applications will not be accepted via fax
Medicine Hat College
Human Resources
299 College Drive S.E.
Medicine Hat, AB T1A 3Y6
E-mail: hr@mhc.ab.ca
Medicine Hat College is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals. In accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.
Only applicants being granted an interview will be contacted. All others are thanked for their interest.