Temporary Full-Time Special Constable
DIVISION Support Services
POSITION TITLE Court Security / Special Constable
SUPERVISOR Court Security Supervisor
POSITION SUMMARY Courthouse and Prisoner Security
SALARY RANGE Job Class V ($74, 869.60 - $88,456.16 - 2026 Rates)
Minimum Requirements:
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada.
- Be of good moral character and habits.
- Never have been convicted of a Criminal Offence committed in any jurisdiction for which a pardon has not been granted. Provide proof of date of birth to verify this information.
- Be prepared to undergo and successfully complete a structured interview, comprehensive background investigation along with medical testing, psychological testing, vision field-testing, auditory standard testing, fitness testing and any other job-appropriate tests as set by the Service.
- Be qualified in Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator).
- Have a valid G Class driver’s licence with no more than six (6) demerit points.
- Working knowledge of CPIC, RMS NICHE
- Experience and training dealing with people who are in custody or detained.
Functional Responsibilities:
- Ensuring the security of the Courthouse and the safety of all persons attending while the Courthouse is open including operation of magnetometer. Dispose of any seized items as per SSMPS policy.
- Ensuring the safety and security of all prisoners attending at the Courthouse. Retain and secure property/possessions of prisoners while in their care and control as per SSMPS policy.
- Transporting and ensuring prisoners are present at the proper courts at the proper times.
- Being available, at the discretion of the Court Security Supervisor, to transport in-custody persons.
- Serving legal documents such as summonses, subpoenas, Canada Evidence Act (CEA) notices and warrants as required.
- Monitoring of entrances and alarm system for all offices in the Courthouse.
- Notifying Security Supervisor or Trial and Security Coordinator of any unusual activity or security risks.
- Operate module control unit (pod) under the direction of a supervisor including the camera monitoring system.
- Perform electronic fingerprinting duties and update NICHE RMS as required.
- Taking DNA samples as ordered by the courts.
- Performing any other duties as assigned.
The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service’s selection standards are high. If you are not presently able to minimally meet all these standards, you may want to consider taking time to improve your level of competitiveness.
To prepare yourself for the required fitness testing, visit Police Fitness Personnel Ontario (PFPO) for a full breakdown of the tests you will be required to perform. Download the Shuttle Run file to prepare for the test MP3 WAV M4A. For a suggested fitness test preparation program, click here.
Application Process
Please note that only electronic applications will be accepted. When submitting your application, please make sure that you have submitted all the required documents listed below:
- Authorization for Release of Information Form
- Standard First Aid, CPR-C and AED (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator).
- High school diploma/transcript and any other educational achievements
Conditions of Employment for the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service
It is a fundamental condition of employment that you agree to:
- Submit your fingerprints for the purpose of a complete records check.
- Observe the Rules and Regulations and instructions laid down for the government of the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service.
- Successfully complete required training, including Use of Force.
