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Deputy Sheriffs provide security services as assigned within the Courts of Saskatchewan to ensure a safe and secure environment for all users of court facilities. This includes secure prisoner transport, the operation of detention areas within court facilities, conducting perimeter screening in accordance with the Court Security Act, 2007, the maintenance of good order in all areas of court facilities, and the assessment and management of threats to courts and court participants.

Deputy Sheriffs are responsible for the safe and timely transportation of persons to and from court locations across the province (e.g., correctional centers, RCMP detachments, municipal police agencies, etc.).

As Peace Officers, Deputy Sheriffs operate under the Criminal Code of Canada, the Court Officials Act, 2012, and the Court Security Act, 2007. Additionally, Deputy Sheriffs as Special Constables have authority under The Police Act 1990. They are armed with force option tools and may be required to use necessary force while performing their duties to protect people from harm.

Once hired, successful candidates will be required to attend and successfully pass a mandatory Deputy Sheriff Recruit Course (DSRC), including becoming provincially certified to carry a firearm and completing Pressure Point Control Tactics (PPCT) and Defensive Tactics. Training is approximately eight weeks (Monday to Friday) and will take place in Prince Albert.

The successful candidates will have knowledge of the justice system/law enforcement. Typically, the knowledge and skills required for this position are obtained through relevant work experience in the justice system, law enforcement, court/legal-related environments and may be combined with relevant education in criminal/human justice or human science programs.