RCIPS seeking at least ten local new recruits
Governor Helen Kilpatrick inspects RCIPS officers on parade
(CNS): The police are on the hunt for at least ten likely candidates who have what it takes to join the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service. The RCIPS launched a new recruitment drive today, 5 August, which will last until Monday 5 September, and they are looking for at least ten new local faces to begin the January 2017 training class. Applicants should hold Caymanian citizenship, be between 18 and 40 years old, physically fit with a high school diploma and 3 CXCs or equivalent, including maths and English.
Permanent residents with the right to work without restrictions are also invited to apply. Applicants also must hold a valid CI driver’s licence, be computer literate and complete all aspects of the application available at www.rcips.ky truthfully.
“In order for the public to feel invested in the police service and help us succeed, it is critical that the RCIPS reflects the community it serves,” said Acting Commissioner Anthony Ennis. “Right now Caymanians make up almost 57% of the population but only 45% of the service. We have been trying to increase this number through successive recruitment drives, and will continue to do so, because this is important for the future of the organisation.
“This recruitment drive presents a unique opportunity to serve our country and ensure that the islands remain a safe place to live, work, raise a family and visit,” Ennis stated. “Crime impacts everyone, so we all must be involved in ensuring it does not become the norm, and work together to preserve the quality of life we enjoy for future generations. Becoming a police constable is meaningful way for the young people of Cayman to do this.”
For those who want to find out more about the application process and also policing as a career, the RCIPS TDU will be holding two open days for potential applicants to come learn more about the different departments and career paths within the service from officers themselves.
Inspector Kevin Ashworth, Head of the Training and Development Unit (TDU), explained what was in store for the successful recruits.
“Applicants must recognize that this is a comprehensive process, with written tests, a physical exam and an interview, followed by 17 weeks of initial training,” he said. “Being a police constable is a unique and rewarding career, requiring a special kind of individual who has the patience and skill to appreciate what is necessary and appropriate to serve and protect the public.”
Meanwhile, the deputy governor commended the acting Commissioner for his commitment to increasing the number of Caymanians in the RCIPS. “This is the 3rd local recruitment exercise conducted in three years and past exercises have yielded excellent results,” said Franz Manderson. “I encourage Caymanians to take this opportunity to be part of the solution and to serve your community in a unique and special way. Having spent some 27 years in a law enforcement department, I can say without reservation that enforcing our laws and protecting our people is a most rewarding career.”
The open days will take place on Saturday, 13 August, from 10am-2pm at the offices of the RCIPS Training and Development Unit in Governors Square, and on Thursday, 18 August, from 10am-2pm at the Aston Rutty Centre on Cayman Brac.
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Why can we just not train and employ the right people irrespective of the nationality? I for one would feel a whole lot safer as restricting to Caymanians only raises the risk of turning a blind eye to buddies’ petty crimes! The Cayman population is too small to restrict…good luck in finding locals who would actually want the job!
The Fire Service has always been full of Caymanians – can anyone guess why?.
Wouldn’t like to say for fear of repercussions!
I don’t mind having older candidates for police officers or even current police officers that are older. The issue I have all around is that there seems to be no fitness requirement. Why are police officers not required to maintain a certain level of fitness. I do think this should be for any age. I know many older individuals who are extremely fit. However I must say young or old th fitness level of the police officers are appalling. How can they actually run after a suspect?
Good luck finding 5 Caymanians who can do the work and remain loyal to the job.
What I can’t understandvis whybthere is a section in the police law for 40years old but there is the unwritten law which allows the English to be hired at 50+
Whats the deal with those that are not English? I am a 43 year old Welshman.
Are there any English left?
I am a 55 year old Caymanian. I would like the job of Trafic Warden. Just a base monthly salary of CI$1000 plus 25% of all tickets issued. I would always be on duty everywhere I went – downtown, parking lots, boat ramps, etc. All tickets issued for static offences. No car/bicycle need be supplied.
You would soon lose all your friends. Are you ready for that soldier?
Anyone that thinks like that never had any friends to lose
Absolutely. Breaking the law is not about friends & family. If my friends/family cannot see that then I guess I can do without them.
What dont the police consider changing the age limit to say 45yrs old or higher.I bet you would get a lot more suitable candidates for the positions. Contract the new recruits out on a set term basis and take it from there. Just saying. Actually I’m saying because I would apply then.!!!
I have to agree. I’m not Caymanian or able to apply but I think raising the age limit would tap in to a group of individuals well suited for the positions. As long as they meet all other requirements sign them up.
No you would not. If you really wanted the job you could have had it when you were younger and better able to pass the physical. Why not try for an MLA job. You can be as fat and lazy as you want. Say anything you want. And not have to do any work.