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Want a career where every day is an adventure? Looking to be part of an extraordinary team with job security, great pay and a chance to make a difference in your community? If becoming a Police Officer is right for you, the Ottawa Police Service has what you're looking for.

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    Sworn Opportunities

    Want a career where every day is an adventure? Looking to be part of an extraordinary team with job security, great pay and a chance to make a difference in your community? If becoming a Police Officer is right for you, the Ottawa Police Service has what you're looking for.

Policing is about working with people to ensure public safety through crime prevention and law enforcement. It's also about building relationships in the community and making a difference in the lives of people. Working as an Ottawa Police officer demands both physical and mental skills. It's much more than a job - it's a rewarding career and lifestyle choice.

If you are considering entering the policing profession take a few minutes to reflect if this is the right career for you. Check out our Self Assessment Questionnaire.

The Ottawa Police Service continuously strives to deliver service that is effective and responsive to the needs of our evolving community. As such, we are looking for people of various, diverse backgrounds and experiences to complement our service as we strive to reflect the community we serve.  Everyone who has a strong interest in becoming a sworn member of the Ottawa Police, and who feels that they meet the qualifications, is encouraged to apply.

 

 
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Experienced Officers 

If you have previous Canadian policing experience, you may qualify as an Experienced Officer.

New Recruit Requirements 

  • Meet the minimum hiring standards.*
    • Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident.
    • Be at least 18 yrs of age.
    • Successfully completed High School Diploma or equivalent. 
    • Possess a valid full G Ontario Driver’s License or Provincial Equivalent.
    • Be of good moral character.
  • Valid PREP certification (physical readiness evaluation for police) required at application. *
  • Adhere to the minimum standard of hearing and vision requirements.
  • Be able to pass a security clearance as well as a background investigation, credit and reference check.. 
  • Complete Standard First Aid and CPR-C prior to hire.

The working language for the Ottawa Police Service is English; other languages are an asset.

*For detailed information about our process, please review the Sworn Hiring Process.                                               

Please note the selection process is highly competitive.  Successfully completing one stage does not guarantee proceeding to the next stage.

Accommodations will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required. Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Candidates need to make their need known in advance.

If you have any questions or concerns please Contact Us

 

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