The Sault Ste. Marie Police Service is currently looking for applicants who are interested in becoming a special constable. Please read the requirements below for more information.

If you have any questions about the process please contact Sergeant Derek MacFarlane in Uniform Recruitment via email d.macfarlane@ssmps.org or by phone, 705-949-6300 ext. 238.

Competition: OPEN

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 in order to verify this information.
• Be prepared to undergo and successfully complete a structured interview, comprehensive background investigation along with medical 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.

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 more information on Sault Police physical fitness requirements and scoring, 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:

• Application

• Authorization for Release of Information Form

• Birth certificate (if Canadian citizen) OR permanent residency (if permanent resident)

• Cover letter

• Resume

• High school diploma/transcript and any other educational achievements (if educated in Canada) OR Educational Credential Assessment (if educated outside of Canada)

  • In addition to high school diploma or high school ECA, if applicable: college or university diploma/degree and/or transcripts (if educated in Canada) OR Educational Credential Assessment (if educated outside of Canada)

• Valid driver’s licence

• Applicant Survey (Optional)

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.