Sheriff's Officer

SO2 Sheriff's Officer

Term/full-time

with a possibility of Term Full-Time work frequency

Manitoba Justice

Sheriff Services, Courts

Thompson MB

Advertisement Number: 44083

Salary(s): SO2 $27.97 - $34.86 per hour Plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable.

Closing Date: May 4, 2025

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to women, Indigenous people and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

These positions are for Thompson, MB only.

To be considered for this competition, you must submit an Application Screening Form along with your resume, to the Public Service Commission by email (govjobs@gov.mb.ca) quoting 44083 and position title in the subject line. Complete the Application for Screening Form at the link below. Note that candidates will only be invited to the interview stage if they have satisfactorily met the screening stage (via Application Screening Form).

If you are successful in the application screening stage, candidates will be contacted to inform they must start their applications for Child/Adult Abuse Registry Check, Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search and must provide receipts prior to the interview.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• A satisfactory enhanced security check Level IV, Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector Search, Adult Abuse Registry Check and a Child Abuse Registry Check are mandatory and must be obtained prior to the commencement of Sheriff’s Officer Training.
• Satisfactory medical fitness report will be required prior to the commencement of Sheriff’s Officer Training
• Full Class 4 Manitoba Driver’s License (4F)
• Satisfactory Driver’s Abstract
• First Aid and CPR (level C) certificates
• The ability to travel within Manitoba (including small planes)
• Ability to work extended and flexible hours including "short-notice" and "call-ins" is required.

Qualifications:

Essential:

• Effective interpersonal skills including a positive attitude as well as ability to maintain a respectful environment
• Strong commitment to teamwork
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Experience handling stress and the unexpected effectively and responsibly
• Strong problem solving, decision making and sound judgement skills
• Effective written communication skills
• Excellent Organizational Skills
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Ability to work under minimal supervision

Duties:
Sheriff Officers are responsible for escorting, guarding, transporting and maintaining control of persons in custody. Maintains order, security and decorum in all courts as required. Assists in the enforcement of Writs and court orders, including seizures and evictions, delivers various court documents and apprehends persons under bench warrants.

Interview: A satisfactory Driver's Abstract, a photocopy of a Criminal Record Check with VSS, Adult Abuse Registry Check and Child Abuse Registry Check are mandatory and must be provided (or proof of request provided i.e. receipt) at the time of your interview.

Training: For selected candidates, a mandatory paid training program of approximately 3-4 weeks (full days Monday to Friday) is required. Candidates are eligible to receive a stipend of $70.00/day for training period. Attendance is mandatory to receive stipend. Following successful completion of the training program, candidates will be hired as part-time term Sheriff’s Officers. Regular full-time positions are then subsequently filled with part-time employees. A medical fitness report will be required prior to the commencement of Sheriff's Officer Training. A Full Class 4 Driver's License (4F), First Aid and CPR (level C) certificates are to be provided prior to the completion of training and before an offer of employment can be made.

Apply to:
Advertisement # 44083
Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: govjobs@gov.mb.ca
WHEN APPLYING TO THIS POSITION, PLEASE INDICATE THE ADVERTISEMENT NUMBER AND POSITION TITLE IN THE SUBJECT LINE AND/OR BODY OF YOUR EMAIL.
Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.

We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.