Special Constable In Training

Vacancy Type: Full-time Permanent

Salary/Hourly Range: $28.75/hr (Training Rate); $36.75/hr - $47.50/hr upon completing training

Work Details (Days/Hours): Rotating 12 hour Day and Nights Shifts Including evenings and weekends. 42 hours per week

Hybrid Eligible: No

Affiliation: OPSEU Local 529

Division and Department: Community Safety Unit

Number of Vacancies: 16

Existing/New Job: Existing

Grade: CSU

Vacancy Status Existing

Candidate List or Eligibility List: Candidate List

In addition to competitive compensation and a rewarding career where you can truly make a difference, we offer a comprehensive package that meets the various needs of our diverse employees, including:

• Ability to participate in inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities;
• Three (3) weeks paid annual vacation days, increasing with years of service;
• Four (4) paid personal days;
• Defined benefit pension plan with OMERS, includes 100-per-cent employer matching;
• Health and dental benefits;
• Employee and family assistance program;
• Maternity and parental leave top up (93% of base salary);
• Training and development programs including tuition reimbursement of $1500 per calendar year;
• Fitness membership discount;

A Candidate Pool will be created from this competition and will be used to fill current and future Special Constable opportunities that may become available.

We are always looking for dedicated and passionate team members to join our family at Toronto Community Housing. As a Special Constable, you will be part of a team that will provide 24-hour, 7-day-a-week security and safety services to TCHC communities. You will also play a key role in developing strong partnerships and community ties with tenants, staff, local agencies and other stakeholders to improve the health and well‑being of the community.

• A valid certification letter from Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police ("OACP"), including the Hearing & Vision & 2 week Fitness Logs. Please visit  or contact OACP directly at  or email:  for additional information.

• Carry out general security and safety duties under the direction of the supervisor and/or manager;
• Investigate complaints and incidents in a prompt and courteous manner;
• Work with the community office staff to effect peaceful transitions and de-escalate difficult situations;
• Establish and maintain harmonious relations with residents;
• Prepare reports/logs of any complaints, incidents, or inspections;
• Make recommendations that would improve the operational effectiveness of the security process;
• Attend court as a witness, as required.
• Assist staff in implementing any new initiatives at particular sites on a pilot or community-wide basis;
• Carry out duties assigned including initiatives such as staff training, taking lead responsibility for joint housing and community projects, testing and reporting on various security strategies and approaches;
• Develop strong working relationships with police, fire departments, social agencies etc. to promote security services and corporate direction;
• Undertake other related security functions as required.

• Knowledge of law enforcement, safety and security practices and techniques;
• Familiarity with equipment such as elevator, lock, hydro, and fire alarm systems;
• Ability to learn and effectively apply building and fire safety standards, by‑laws, and related legislation such as Criminal Code of Canada, Tenant Protection Act, Trespass to Property Act, Mental Health Act and the Liquor License Act,;
• Ability to investigate and assess security incidents and use good judgement in responding to emergency situations;
• A commitment to excellent tenant service;
• Proven ability…