Sheriffs

Provide security at Alberta’s courthouses and support safe judicial proceedings.

Core responsibilities: 

• screen for weapons and contraband at facility entrances
• provide courtroom security
• facilitate prisoner escorts and releases at Alberta courthouses
• collect DNA samples 

Responsible for wildlife and fisheries enforcement work in the province. Learn more about how to become a Fish and Wildlife Officer. 

Deliver training, technology and logistics support behind the scenes.

Core responsibilities: 

• manage vehicle fleet and procure equipment
• develop and deliver staff training programs
• test and implement technology upgrades and infrastructure
• develop policies and recruit talent

Provide security for government sites and officials, coordinate communications and conduct investigations to support public safety.

Core responsibilities:

• provide security at Alberta legislature grounds, including demonstrations, rallies and vigils
• provide personal protection for the Premier, Lieutenant Governor, visiting dignitaries and other government officials
• manage and transport prisoners between various facilities
• investigate and shut down problem properties used for illegal activities
• gather evidence and intelligence to support criminal investigations
• locate and apprehend fugitives with outstanding arrest warrants

Enforce traffic laws, conduct commercial vehicle inspections, enhance border security and promote road safety throughout Alberta.

Core responsibilities: 

• detect and investigate impaired drivers and other traffic offences
• inspect commercial vehicles
• detect and apprehend individuals suspected of drug smuggling, human trafficking and other illegal activities
• respond to 911 calls 

• 1-year certificate in a related field 

AND/OR

• 1-year of directly related education or experience

• 2-year diploma or 4-year degree

AND/OR

• 2 years of related education or experience

• 2 years related experience as a community peace officer or Canadian police officer 

AND

• 2 additional years of related experience 

OR 

• 2 years education 

• A university degree in a related field 

AND

• A minimum of 4 years of experience conducting investigations in a law enforcement or regulatory environment  

When we are hiring, apply for a sheriff position at the Government of Alberta jobs website.

Along with a resume, you will need to submit copies of the follow documents when applying:

• original valid Alberta Class 4 driver’s licence (Class 5 for communications officer positions) or out-of-province equivalent
• current driver's abstract
• current standard first aid certificate

After submitting your resume and the requisite documents, if you meet the sheriff job requirements and are selected for an interview, you will be contacted.

Selected candidates will be scheduled for an hour-long, in-person interview in Edmonton. In addition to the documents in Step 1, you will also need to bring:

• 3 supervisor references – current or previous employers
• personal disclosure questionnaire
• medical consent form to conduct the PARE test 

You must be willing to work in one of several locations across Alberta. Be ready to discuss which locations you prefer.

Before your in-person interview, we will conduct a virtual information session with you.

The in-person interview process is comprised of 4 main parts:

1. Written exam
2. Interview
3. Personal Disclosure interview
4. PARE 

The PARE test is designed to evaluate your level of physical fitness to ensure you are able to perform the duties of a sheriff

After your interview, we may:

• check all your references
• verify your academic credentials
• conduct any other required checks or verifications

Following verification of your references and academic credentials, you are required to take a pre-employment psychological assessment, arranged by and paid for by the government.

You must also undergo a medical assessment (reimbursed up to a maximum of $300). You must meet certain medical standards:

Upon acceptance of a verbal offer, you will receive a written offer letter that includes:

• salary
• job classification
• work location
• training class start date
• benefit plan overview