Special Constables

• A Canadian citizen or a permanent resident of Canada who is legally eligible to work in Canada.
• At least eighteen (18) years of age.
• Physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position.
• Have awareness of his/her own safety and the safety of the public.
• Be of good moral character and habits.
• Must possess a valid 'G' license.
• Must have a current, valid certificate in First Aid and CPR Level C (basic rescue level).Must be from an approved First Aid/CPR provider.
• Must possess a valid testing certificate through OACP.
• Successfully completed a least four years of secondary school education or its equivalent. Transcripts are required with application. For more information, visit the Government of Canada Education Equivalency.

Candidates must successfully complete a physical fitness test, psychological assessment, pre-employment medical assessment, and comprehensive background investigation prior to being offered employment.

Applications will only be accepted by completing the online application process.

Applications for Special Constable will remain on file for 6 months, after which time applications will no longer be considered.

Your OACP Certificate must be current and up to date at every stage. Please ensure you send us any updates as you receive them to keep your file current.

The steps required to apply are as follows:

1. Obtain an Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP) Certificate (www.oacpcertificate.ca).

2. Submit Application Online

Include only the following:

1. Cover Letter and Resume (ResumeMUSTinclude a complete work history includingallprevious employers.)
   1. OACP Documents:
      • OACP Certificate fromwww.oacpcertificate.ca.
      • OACP Fitness Logs (see attachedInstructionsandFitness Log) for 2 weeks.
      • OACP Consent and Release ofLiability Waiversigned and witnessed.
      • OACPVision & Hearing Assessment Form. (Hearing and Vision AssessmentsMUST'Meet Standard' andMUSTbe submitted with your application. )
2. First Aid/CPR Certificate – Level 'C'.Must be from an approved First Aid/CPR provider.
3. All transcripts (High School & Post-Secondary even if only partially completed)

Initial applications must only include the documents above. If additional information is required, it will be requested later in the application process.

3. Physical Test

• Applicants will be required to complete the police fitness PIN test.
• This test involves four components:
  • Core Endurance
  • Push Ups
  • Flexibility
  • Running (shuttle run)
• This will give us the opportunity to assess your fitness levels, as well as your ability to successfully complete the physical testing at the Ontario Police College.
• You will need to score at least 70% to pass the test.
• For detailed instructions on how to perform the test and how the test is scored,download the police fitness test manual.
• Applicants are encouraged to practice the four components of the test to assess their fitness levels before attending this test.
• The shuttle run requiresparticipants to run 20 meters back and forth across a marked track keeping time with beeps.Click here for a sample of the audio of the shuttle run.

4. Written Local Focus Interview and Pre-Background Questionnaire (PBQ)

• Applicants will be asked to complete the Written Local Focus Interview and the Pre-Background Questionnaire to determine suitability for the position.

5. Face-to-Face Local Focus Interview

• Behavioural questions at this stage will be based on competencies required for the position.

6. Background Investigation

Included in this step:

• Background Investigator assigned and in depth investigation complete
• Psychological Assessment Phase (Questionnaire & Face-to-Face interview with Psychologist)
• Medical Examination

7. File Review

• Applicant files will be reviewed to determine suitability for hire.

8. Offer of Employment

• Applicants who are given an offer of employment will be scheduled for training at the Niagara Regional Police Service Training Unit.