Part Time Special Constable

The Owen Sound Police Service has a requirement for part time Special Constables, who will be responsible primarily for prisoner control and court security functions. This is a part-time position with no guaranteed hours and may involve occasional overtime. Candidates must be available for a minimum of two shifts per week.

This posting is open to all employees and the public.

To be considered for this position the applicant must:

·         Be a Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada;

·         At least 18 years of age

·         Possess a secondary school diploma or higher;

·         Physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position

·         Able to pass a security clearance and background investigation

·         Possess a valid Ontario Drivers Licence

·         Must possess a valid First Aid and CPR certificate prior to commencement of employment

·         Have the ability to recognize priorities and work within deadlines

·         Experience working within police, corrections or court environments an asset

·         Experience working with Records Management Systems an asset

·         Must be able to meet the Ministry of the Solicitor General’s requirements for a Special Constable including being of good moral character and habits and have no criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Searching, guarding, controlling, caring for and transporting prisoners including youth within and outside the jurisdictions of the Owen Sound Police Service.
• Providing security and access screening to court facilities and courtrooms.
• Service and execution of legal documents.
• Searching, evicting, arresting, or prohibiting entry to any persons deemed to be a threat public safety and/or the safety of the courts
• Providing security at crime scenes
• Obtaining DNA samples from persons as ordered by the Courts
• Attending all related training as required
• Any other duties as assigned

Successful candidates will be subject to a comprehensive background check.

Accommodations for applicants with disabilities are available, upon request, in relation to materials or processes to be used throughout the hiring process.

Please submit your cover letter and resume for this position referencing Job #2025-PS02 to the undersigned via email no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 14th, 2025 to:

Craig Ambrose

Chief of Police

Owen Sound Police Services

hr@owensoundpolice.com

No phone inquiries please. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

The Owen Sound Police Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with Municipal Freedom of Information and Privacy legislation, applicant information is collected under the authority of the Municipal Act and will be used strictly for candidate selection.