The Thunder Bay Police Service is currently accepting applications for Special Constable – Prisoner Escort and encourage all candidates who are seeking a rewarding career, who value diversity and are committed to providing our community with exceptional service to apply.
Applicants must have their Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) certificate obtained through the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police. You can find out more information and obtain an OACP certificate on the OACP website. The Thunder Bay Police Service is now reimbursing the cost of the OACP Certificate ($250 + tax). Reimbursement will occur upon successful completion of the recruitment process including successful completion of Special Constable training. A copy of the certificate and payment receipt is required at that time.
Download the job description for more information.
Applicants for the Special Constable position must meet the following minimum requirements:
- Successful completion of at least four years of secondary education or its equivalent.
- Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident of Canada
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Possess a valid class G Ontario driver’s license with full driving privileges
- Possess a valid First Aid and CPR (Basic Rescuer Level) certificate
- Obtained a pre-application OACP certificate
- Be physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position
- Be of good moral character and habits, meaning that you are an individual other people would look upon to as being trustworthy and having integrity.
COMPETITION #: | 54-2024 |
POSITION: | Special Constable – Prisoner Escort |
DURATION: | Temporary full-time position |
PAY SCALE: | $69,241.93 to $82,387.52 |
Interested in Applying?
Anyone interested in applying to the Special Constable – Prisoner Escort position is asked to submit their application to recruitment@thunderbaypolice.ca or by mail to Human Resources, Thunder Bay Police Service, 1200 Balmoral Street, Thunder Bay, ON, P7B 5Z5.
An application should include the following documents:
- Cover Letter
- Resumes outlining experience
- OACP pre-application certificate
- OACP Police Officer Application Form including hearing and vision test and fitness log
- Proof of secondary education
- Proof of valid First Aid and CPR certificate
Recruitment Process
Phase 1 – OACP Certificate
Phase 2 – Local Focus and Competency Interview
Phase 3 – Psychological and Fitness Testing (PIN Test with a minimum score of Level 7 in the Leger 20m Shuttle Run)
Phase 4 – Background Investigation
Phase 5 – Final review of applicant file