Officer-Prisoner Escort

Positing Title:

Officer-Prisoner Escort

Department:

Prisoner Escort Bureau

Status:

Regular, Part-Time

Hourly Range:

$33.66

Grade:

C7

Open Positions:

3

Job Id:

500651

Additional Info:

*** See Below

Open Date:

Close Date:

Are you confident, physically fit and highly motivated with excellent communication skills, an ability to maintain composure, and experience in maintaining order and authority? Are you looking to make the next step in your career? If so, apply below and join Peel Regional Police – one of Canada's most progressive police services

As an Officer-Prisoner Escort within our Prisoner Escort Bureau, you will be responsible for transporting and escorting prisoners, with accountability for the safety and security of persons in their charge and when required responsible for fingerprinting and photographing any person in lawful custody, charged with, or under conviction of an indictable offence in compliance with the Identification of Criminals Act.

What will your typical day look like?

• Escorts prisoners to and from Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice courtrooms, providing security and control at all times; transports prisoners to and from holding institutions and PRP holding cell facilities.
• Performs searches of prisoners brought into the cell area and seizes hazardous items, as required.
• Applies security restraints on prisoners being transported to and from detention facilities or courtrooms.
• Screens the public entering the Courthouse for weapons or contraband using magnetometers and hand held scanning equipment.
• Answers telephone inquiries from Court Services personnel, Court Clerks, Judiciary members, divisional officers, other police or law enforcement agencies, Ministry of Community Safety & Correctional Services, and Ministry of the Attorney General (MAG) personnel.
• Performs office administrative duties as required (e.g. Late Desk, Lawyer's Desk, Bail Desk), and Security Control tasks.
• Maintains accurate records of prisoner location, court disposition on the Prisoner Management Application (PMA), and officer memo notebook at all times.
• Ensures the secure storage of prisoners' property, valuables, and cash.
• Inspects vehicles, cuffs, cells, and defensive weapons to ensure the safety and reliability of equipment.
• Fingerprints charged persons in accordance with the Identification of Criminals Act.
• Photographs charged persons in accordance with the Identifications of Criminals Act, as well as consenting persons, which may include identifying marks and tattoos.
• Assists with DNA orders/executes warrants.
• Inputs, updates and maintains accurate personal information of arrested persons on the Mugshot Retrieval system and ensures accurate information is provided to the RCMP on the C-216 fingerprint form.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Enough about us, lets talk about you

You are someone with:

• A High School Diploma or equivalent, plus additional relevant courses and/or training e.g. police foundations, criminology, judicial studies, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Successfully pass the Ontario Police College (OPC) exam for Special Constable appointment and meet any other requirements under the Community Safety & Policing Act (CSPA).
• A minimum of one year related law enforcement/security experience required
• MS Outlook- Basic
• Valid Certificate in First Aid and CPR
• Effective oral communication skills
• Demonstrated physical ability to perform all activities
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a positive manner
• Valid Ontario Driver`s Licence (Class G) with full driving privileges

You will be required to successfully complete the following tests:

• Grammar
• Spelling
• Vocabulary
• Fitness Test - PREP Pursuit Restraint Circuit completed in 2:37 or less and shuttle run must be completed to level 6.5
• Medical Test - Hearing and Vision requirements
• Psychological Assessment

What we offer:

The wage for this regular, part-time position is $33.66 per hour and is complemented by a highly competitive compensation package; a comprehensive benefit program, including employer-paid Health/Dental and Life Insurance is offered semi-annually and OMERS Pension Plan effective upon date of hire.

Peel Regional Police is committed to providing resources and development opportunities for continual growth of staff. This includes (but is not limited to) providing internal opportunities, tuition reimbursement for continuing education, free on-site learning/training programs and providing any required equipment to support the safe and effective delivery of services.

Peel Regional Police is committed to ensuring the health and wellness of its employees and offers many programs and services in support of work-life balance and both personal and professional wellness. From wellness protection for you and your family, to state-of-the-art fitness facilities available to you free of charge, to structured programs to nurture your intellectual, physical and emotional wellness, we've got you covered

About us:

Peel Regional Police is the second-largest municipal police service in Ontario and the third largest in Canada, serving more than 1.5 million residents across Brampton, Mississauga, and Toronto Pearson International Airport. With more than 2,400 police officers and over 1,000 civilian employees, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to meeting the needs of its communities and supporting the health and well-being of all members. Recognized as one of the most progressive, innovative, and inclusive police services in the country, Peel Regional Police remains committed to its vision: A Safer Community Together.

The next step is yours

Qualified persons should apply by Monday November 24, 2025 by 10:59PM. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted via email. Check your inbox regularly, including junk mail. No agency contact and/or referrals, please.

This position DOES NOT allow for remote working arrangements.

This is an extensive hiring process, and applicants must be available for each stage of the process.

Anticipated recruitment timeframe for shortlisted applicants is as follows:

• Testing and mini interviews will be hosted after business hours at end of November
• Physical testing will be during business hours the first week of December.
• Panel Interviews will be held during business hours mid December.
• Background checks, Medical and Psychological Assessments Mid December - January.
• Anticipated start date: March 9, 2026.

Information Sessions:

Please note that we are hosting a virtual (WebEx based) meeting for anyone who is interested in learning more information about this vacancy. Please copy the link below into your browser to join the information session.

DATE: Wednesday November 19th at 12:00pm (noon-EST)

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We are also hosting an in-person general information session for special constable postings on Monday, November 17 @ 6:00 PM [EST]. Please register your attendance at (Only registered applicants may attend, space is limited.

Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that includes, but is not limited to, police checks with local, provincial and out-of-country law enforcement agencies, if required, education credentials, credit and financial inquiries, and personal and work references.

Peel Regional Police is committed to fairness and equity in our recruitment and selection process, and in building and retaining a talented and diverse workforce representative of the community we serve.

As an equal opportunity employer, Peel Regional Police is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and accessible work environment and committed to accommodating the needs of applicants under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). We encourage applicants to inform Recruitment and Staff Support of any accessibility needs to ensure they are accommodated throughout the recruitment and selection process.