Why Choose a Career in Policing?

Policing is a career where your skills, diversity, integrity, hard work, and determination help support community safety and well‑being. Through collaboration, innovation, and community engagement, you can make a meaningful difference every day.

If you’re seeking a challenging and inclusive environment, ongoing learning, strong teamwork, and a career you can take pride in, policing with the Greater Sudbury Police Service may be the perfect fit for you.

Answer the Call: Become a Police Officer with the Greater Sudbury Police Service

Minimum Requirements
  • Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada
  • Minimum 18 years of age (this is the Provincial minimum)
  • Good moral character with no criminal record for which a pardon has not been granted
  • Physically and mentally able to perform the duties of a Police Officer
    • Prior to applying and throughout your recruitment process candidates must be able to achieve and maintain Level 7 or higher in the Leger 20m Shuttle Run, as well as a medical and psychological assessment
  • Ontario Secondary School Diploma (O.S.S.D) or its equivalent (i.e. grade 12 from any province of Canada).  Applicants educated outside Canada should refer to the Government of Canada - Education Assessment Resources.
  • Valid G driver's license with full driving privileges
  • Current Certificate in CPR (Level "C") and First Aid
  • Current Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (O.A.C.P) Certificate or OACP Certificate Equivalency- For more information, contact Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (O.A.C.P) Certificate or by phone at 1-647-777-8313*
  • Fitness Log
  • Post-Secondary Education is an asset- it does not have to be in a “police related field”
  • Volunteer Work- Demonstrated commitment to Community Mobilization and Engagement is considered an asset
  • Demonstrated ability to meet Essential Competencies through school, work and life experiences
  • Bilingualism considered an asset. We value any additional language that a candidate is proficient in (i.e. French, Ojibway Cree, Arabic, Portuguese, etc.)
 Frequently Asked Questions
  1. I have a valid ATS issued OACP Certificate. Will Police Services Still Accept this after January 1st 2020?
  • Yes, as long as all stages are still valid (except the WCT). Please note, if any of the other components have expired (this includes not completed or unsuccessful) please refer to the information below.
  • Applicants who have the following components expired (this includes pending or unsuccessful) will be required to purchase the OACP Certificate Equivalency located in the “Start your Career” tab.
    • PATI (Applicant will be required to conduct the General Mental Ability Assessment
    • BPAD (Applicant will be required to conduct the Personality Assessment)
  • Applicants who have the following components expired (this includes pending or unsuccessful) will not be required to purchase the OACP Certificate Equivalency. However, those applicants will be required to comply with the following directions.
    • PREP (Applicant is to complete the Fitness Log and then required to provide that log to the police service they choose to apply to)
    • Hearing/Vision (Applicant is to complete the medical examination package and then required to provide to the police service they choose to apply to)

 

2.   Do I require a fitness log?

  • Yes, applicants who are in possession of the OACP Certificate after January 1st 2020 must include a complete Fitness Log along with other components required for your application.
  • Yes, applicants who are in possession of the Current OACP Certificate prior to January 1st 2020 with a valid/expired prep must complete a Fitness Log to accompany their application.
  • You can start it on any day of the week, however, please note you must complete two full weeks’ worth of tracking. Once you have completed your fitness log, you are to submit it along with your application package to the Greater Sudbury Police Service.

3. Are there any resources available to prepare for the O.A.C.P Certificate Process?

4. Do I need to complete the 1.5 mile run and the Shuttle Run as a part of the selection process?

  • Currently, candidates will be required to complete the Shuttle Run and obtain a Level 7. 

5. Do I need to complete the PREP (Physical Readiness Evaluation for Police) as a part of the application process?

  • Although the PREP test is not currently a part of our selection process, Cadets will be tested on the PREP test during their training at Ontario Police College. If you are unsuccessful in the Police PREP at the Ontario Police College, then you may be disqualified.

 

How to Apply

We accept applications for Police Constable/Cadet positions throughout the year.

Applications remain active for one year from the date they are received. If you apply to the Police Constable – Future Openings posting, you will be considered for any available opportunities during the twelve‑month period your application is on file.

Please visit our current opportunities page to create an applicant profile and apply for this position. The following documents are required in order to apply for this position:

  • Cover Letter
  • Detailed resume
  • OACP Certificate
  • Fitness Log
  • Photocopy of CPR (Level “C”) and Standard First Aid certificate (up-to date)
  • OACP Medical Examination Package

Selection Process

The selection process moves candidates from application submission through interviews, testing, and background checks, leading to a conditional offer and required training with GSPS and the Ontario Police College.
 Stage One
  • Candidates in possession of the new OACP Certificate must also include their Resume and Cover Letter, Fitness Log and Medical Examination package with their completed candidate profile. Note: Candidates completing the OACP certificate equivalency process may also have to include these items, please visit "OACP Equivalency" for more information
  • Candidates in possession of the ATS Issued OACP Certificate  submit an application package containing: Copy of OACP Certificate, First Aid/CPR, Constable Application, Resume and Cover Letter, Fitness Log
 Stage Two
  • Applicant Screening
 Stage Three
  • Selected candidates may be contacted to complete a written Pre-Background Questionnaire
 Stage Four
  • Successful candidates will be invited to complete the shuttle run. At this stage candidates must obtain a Level 7 on the Shuttle Run.
 Stage Five
  • Successful candidates will be invited to complete a written Local Focus Interview (LFI).  A local focus interview is used to learn more about the candidate and to assess the candidates knowledge of the service and the community we serve. This interview will also give the candidate the opportunity to express why they are interested in a career in Policing. 
 Stage Six
  •  Successful candidates will be invited to complete an Essential Competency Interview. 
 Stage Seven
  • Psychological Testing and Assessment
  • Background Investigation
 Stage Eight
  • Conditional Offer of Employment based on Seat Allotment at Ontario Police College
  • Medical Assessment
 Stage Nine
  • Greater Sudbury Police Service  Pre OPC Training Program (3 weeks)
  • Ontario Police College: Basic Constable Training (13 weeks)
Accommodation:
Appropriate accommodations are available upon request throughout the hiring process, in accordance with the GSPS Employment Accommodation Policy and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

Essential Competencies

Police candidates are expected to demonstrate a wide range of competencies, from communication, teamwork, and inclusivity to problem‑solving, resilience, and sound judgment. These skills help officers adapt to changing situations, build strong relationships, and serve the community effectively.

 Adaptability
  •  The ability to adjust oneself readily to different condition
 Analytical Thinking
  • The ability to analyze situations and events in a logical way, and to organize the parts of a problem in a systematic way.
 Achievement Orientation
  •  The desire for continuous improvement in service or accomplishments
 Communication
  •  The ability to demonstrate effective listening, verbal and written communication skills
 Inclusivity 
  • The  commitment to participate in activities/practices that support diversity and inclusiveness. In addition, refers to the ability to work effectively with a wide cross-section of the community with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and/or socio-economic circumstances.
 Leadership
  • An act or instance of leading; guidance; direction
 Medical/Physical Skills and Abilities
  • Job-related medical/physical skills and abilities, including vision, hearing, motor skills, cardiovascular endurance and upper-body strength
 Relationship Building/Team Work
  • The ability to develop and maintain a network of contacts, both inside and outside the police service
 Resiliency
  • Resiliency is referring to the "Bounce Back" when people face disappointment, defeat, and failure; they get back up and continue on with their lives. Furthermore, it is the ability to retain perspective and cope after a stressful event.  
 Problem Solving
  • The process of finding solutions to difficult or complex issues
 Self-Confidence
  • A belief your own abilities and judgements, and a recognition of personal limitations and developmental needs
 Self-Control
  • The ability to keep your own emotions under control and to restrain negative actions when provoked or when working under stressful conditions
 Teamwork
  • The ability to work cooperatively within a team/work group. Works cooperatively with members of the work team. Contributes to the development of a team environment where team members ultimately achieve established goals. Works cooperatively with members of the work team. Contributes to the development of a team environment where team members ultimately achieve established goals.