Sheriff's Officer

Government of Northwest Territories; Yellowknife; On-site; CAD 92,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Government of the Northwest Territories is hiring a Sheriff's Officer located in Yellowknife. The incumbent will exercise independent statutory authority as Deputy Sheriff and Notary Public, provide security for judges and court facilities, and participate in enforcement processes across court settings.

Candidates must hold a post-secondary diploma with two years in a related court security or enforcement role, demonstrate knowledge of relevant legislation, and meet fitness and travel

Qualifications

• Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field with two years of experience in a court security or enforcement environment.
• Ability to interpret legislation and court documents related to Sheriff's duties.
• Ability to apply the Use of Force Model and related techniques.
• Judgment and initiative under time pressure and public scrutiny.

Responsibilities

• Provide physical security for officials and property in court, during travel and at court facilities.
• Exercise independent statutory authority as Deputy Sheriff, Peace Officer, Notary Public, and ex-officio Deputy Marshal.
• Participate in judicial, quasi-judicial and enforcement processes as required.

Skills

Legislation interpretation

Use of Force training

Court security

Decision making under pressure

Education

Diploma in related field

Job description

Department Information

The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.

Job Information

Located in Yellowknife and reporting to the Sheriff's Officer Supervisor, the Sheriff's Officer exercises independent statutory authority under the following appointments: Deputy Sheriff, Peace Officer, Notary Public, and is also an ex-officio Deputy Marshal for Federal Court. The Sheriff's Officer will ensure the protection of officials and property as well as directly participate in numerous judicial, quasi-judicial and enforcement processes. The incumbent provides physical security for judges and justices of the peace while in court, during travel and while at court facilities.

The Sheriff's Officer must always (including outside office hours) conduct themselves in a manner that will not cause the administration of justice to be or be seen to be in disrepute and must uphold the independence of the judiciary.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of and the ability to interpret legislation and court documents as they relate to Sheriff's duties;
• Ability to apply the 'Use of Force Model' which includes the proper use of pepper spray, ASP baton techniques, pressure point tactics and come-along techniques;
• Ability to physically react quickly to critical altercations or confrontations in court, court cell area, at the registry or on circuit;
• Judgment and initiative are required when making difficult decisions under the pressure of time constraints and public scrutiny, particularly when deciding what action to take with abusive or hostile clients to diffuse a situation.

Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:

• Diploma from a recognized post-secondary institution in a related field with two years of experience in a court security or enforcement environment.

GNWT Inquiries

Inquiries Only:

Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel [phone] Extension 14106
Fax [phone]
[e-mail]

Indigenous Employment Policy

Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check

Candidates must provide a satisfactory criminal record check.Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement

A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 4 Driver's License

Bona Fide Requirement

A bona fide requirement of the position is passing the Physical Abilities Requirement Evaluation (PARE).

Travel

The incumbent in this position will be required to travel approximately once per month, and will be required travel by small plane to remote settlements.

Non-Traditional

This job opening is for a Non-Traditional Occupations. Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Affimative Action Policy.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility

Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies

Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Job Opening Information

Job Opening ID # 28262

Closing Date: September 24, 2026 - 23:59, MountainTime

Salary Information

The salary for this position starts at $47.40 per hour (approximately $92,430 per annum) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.