Exempt (Experienced) Officer

Central Saanich Police; Saanich; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Mentorship and career development

Strong work-life balance

Job summary

Central Saanich Police Service on the Saanich Peninsula offers experienced, exempt officers a community‑mocused policing career with direct impact and accessible leadership.

Officers benefit from mentorship, career development, and a culture valuing wellness, innovation, and service excellence while maintaining a strong work‑life balance.

Qualifications

• Current or former police officer in good standing with a recognized Canadian law enforcement agency.
• Meet all requirements for appointment as a police officer in British Columbia.
• Possess a valid driver’s licence and satisfactory driving record.
• Be medically fit for duty.
• Pass all background, integrity, and suitability reviews.
• Have demonstrated professionalism, accountability, ethical conduct, and sound judgment.
• Capable of obtaining or maintaining required provincial appointments and certifications.

Skills

Integrity

Leadership

Communication

Community policing

Investigations

Teamwork

Job description

Experienced / Exempt Police Officer Opportunities

Bring Your Experience. Find Your Balance. Make an Impact.

The Central Saanich Police Service (CSPS) is seeking experienced police officers who are looking for a rewarding career with a progressive and community-focused municipal police service.

Located on the beautiful Saanich Peninsula, Central Saanich offers an exceptional quality of life, strong community connections, and a supportive policing environment where officers have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day.

At CSPS, we value the experience and expertise that exempt officers bring to our organization. Our size allows officers to have a direct impact on service delivery while benefiting from accessible leadership, strong teamwork, and a culture that supports professional growth and employee wellness.

Why Choose CSPS?

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Accessible supervisors and leadership
• Opportunities for mentorship and career development
• Exposure to a diverse range of policing responsibilities
• Specialized assignment opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Strong work-life balance in one of British Columbia's most desirable communities
• A professional culture that values innovation, initiative, and service excellence

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking experienced police officers who demonstrate:

• Integrity, professionalism, and accountability
• Strong leadership and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
• A commitment to community-oriented policing
• Sound judgment and strong investigative skills
• A positive attitude and willingness to contribute to a team-focused culture

Whether you are seeking a fresh start, a new challenge, or an opportunity to achieve greater balance between your career and personal life, CSPS offers a workplace where your contributions are recognized and valued.

What Sets CSPS Apart

Our officers enjoy the benefits of serving a close-knit and engaged community while working for an organization that prioritizes employee wellness, mentorship, professional development, and operational excellence. Here, you can continue to grow your career while maintaining balance with the things that matter most outside of work.

Applicants must:

• Be a current or former police officer in good standing with a recognized Canadian law enforcement agency.
• Meet all requirements for appointment as a police officer in British Columbia.
• Possess a valid driver's licence and satisfactory driving record.
• Be medically fit for duty.
• Successfully pass all background, integrity, and suitability reviews.
• Have demonstrated a history of professionalism, accountability, ethical conduct, and sound judgment.
• Be capable of obtaining or maintaining required provincial appointments and certifications.

Preference may be given to applicants with specialized policing experience, supervisory experience, investigative experience, or demonstrated leadership abilities.

Police officers who are currently serving in a region outside of Canadado notqualify as an exempt officer candidate. As such, non-Canadian police officers would enter into the candidate selection process as anew recruit.

New recruit applicants from outside of Canada must havePermanent Residence / Landed Immigrantstatus for a minimum period2 yearsin order to apply.