Deputy Sheriff - Court Security Job Prince Albert area,Saskatchewan Canada,Government

Position: Deputy Sheriff - Court Security )
Deputy Sheriff - Court Security (Prince Albert)-COU
001974

Employment Type:

Permanent Full-time

Location(s)

:

SK-North Central-Prince Albert

Ministry

:073 Corrections Policing and Public Safety Salary Range:$30.329 - $38.009

Hourly Grade:

SGEU.
08.

Successful candidates who begin employment prior to the Deputy Sheriff Recruit Course will receive a training wage. Upon starting the course, salaries will be adjusted to the certified Level 8 Deputy Sheriff rate. The next course begins April 6, 2026, in Regina.

Deputy Sheriffs ensure safety and security within Saskatchewan court facilities.

Responsibilities include:

Secure prisoner transport

Operation of court detention areas

Perimeter screening under the Court Security Act, 2007

Maintaining order and managing threats within court environments

Additional Duties

Deputy Sheriffs oversee the safe and timely transport of individuals between court locations and correctional or law enforcement facilities.

They ensure the accuracy of custody and release documentation and maintain strict confidentiality.

Legal Authority

As Peace Officers, Deputy Sheriffs operate under the Criminal Code of Canada, Court Officials Act, 2012, Court Security Act, 2007, and The Police Act, 1990. They are authorized to carry and use force option tools when necessary to protect individuals.

Pre-Employment Requirements

Valid Standard First Aid/CPR/AED Level C certification

Valid Canadian driver's license equivalent to Saskatchewan Class 5 (or higher), non-probationary and non-graduated

Recent driver’s abstract (within 3 months) showing a safe driving record

Successful completion of the Sheriff Officer Physical Abilities Test (SOPAT) in 6 minutes or less

Satisfactory psychological assessment (MMPI-2)

Basic security clearance

Post-Hire Requirements

Enhanced fingerprint clearance

Completion of the Saskatchewan Deputy Sheriff Training Academy (SDSTA), including firearms certification and defensive tactics. Training is approximately 8 weeks, Monday to Friday, in Regina.

Qualifications

Candidates should have knowledge of the justice system, typically gained through relevant experience in law enforcement, legal environments, or education in criminal justice or human sciences.

Organizational Values

The Government of Saskatchewan values service excellence, innovation, collaboration, transparency, and responsible resource use. We are committed to diversity and positive outcomes for employees and citizens.

We are committed to workplace diversity.

Hours of Work:

B - SGEU Field 37.33 - work a total of 37.33 hours/week, averaged over 4 weeks

Number of Openings

:4
Closing Date
:

Feb 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM


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