Saskatchewan Highway Patrol

SHP officers are responsible for:

• enforcing provincial Traffic Safety Act and Regulations violations with all motor vehicles travelling in the province;
• checking vehicle operators for licensing, certification, insurance or impairment by fatigue, alcohol and/or drugs;
• inspecting commercial vehicles for mechanical fitness, weights and dimensions, dangerous goods, permits, and registrations;
• laying charges, appearing in court, conducting investigations, preparing reports; and
• educating drivers and companies about legal requirements.

As members of the provincial Protection and Response Team, SHP officers also:

• respond to and back up municipal police services and the RCMP during 911 emergency calls and other public safety situations;
• investigate impaired drivers, thefts, crimes in progress, etc.; and
• respond to motor vehicle accidents, erratic driving complaints, and incidents involving dangerous goods.

To apply, you must be legally entitled to work in Canada, and all mandatory documents must be included in your application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Read the entire job advertisement to determine what information and documents must be included.

The information and documents requested must reflect that you possess the competencies required, as well as how you gained/developed those competencies. Candidates failing to do so will no longer be considered for employment.

A knowledge of investigative and legal/court proceedings and processes are assets for all potential SHP candidates.

Experience, education and/or training in law enforcement, commercial vehicle mechanics and commercial transportation are also valued assets. These skills can be obtained by:

• completing a law enforcement diploma, certificate, degree or police foundations training program (including online education specific to commercial vehicles);
• training and experience in private and/or commercial vehicle mechanics or fitness inspections; or
• operating and maintaining commercial vehicles.

Application

You can find and apply for all current job opportunities by visiting the Careers section in the Saskatchewan Public Service site.

Your application package must include:

• a cover letter;
• your resumé;
• a First Aid CPR AED certificate valid at least one year after the date of application; and
• a valid driver's licence – from any province or class; and
• a valid and successful Police Officers' Physical Abilities Test (POPAT) time of 4:45 min or less within the previous six months.

Assessment

Only candidates that are selected for further assessment will be invited to attend the following sessions. Please note that candidates may be eliminated at any point in this process.

1. Completed medical screening package by a physician.
2. An in-person interview and pre-employment psychological assessment in Regina.
3. Character reference checks and field investigation.
4. A criminal record check.

For more on the assessment process, review the Traffic Officer - Job Assessment Process Guide.

Conditional Offer of Employment

Candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment, will be required to complete:

• 20 weeks of Saskatchewan Police College training;
• 10 weeks of Commercial Vehicle Enforcement training; and
• six months in the Recruit Training Program.

This two-part program is an extensive course that provides specific training and tools required to start a career with Saskatchewan Highway Patrol. During training, you will receive classroom and practical field training from experienced officers and other experts from the Saskatchewan Police College and Saskatchewan Highway Patrol.

Saskatchewan Police College

This training program will focus on an:

• introduction to policing and investigations;
• verbal judo;
• crisis intervention and de-escalation;
• advanced driving;
• high-risk investigations and tactical responses;
• pressure point control tactics;
• high-risk situations (e.g., crimes in progress, active shooter, clearing a room, etc.); and
• defensive tactics, including firearms training.

Visit the Saskatchewan Police College page for more information on the program and entrance requirements.

Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Training

This training program is led by the Saskatchewan Highway Patrol, and it focuses on:

• licensing and registration;
• permits;
• transportation of dangerous goods;
• The Saskatchewan Traffic Safety Act and Regulations;
• Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance inspection procedures and standards; and
• criminal law, legal and court processes.

The Recruit Training Program is operated at facilities at the University of Regina where recruits have access to on-campus facilities. This includes paid membership to the Fitness and Lifestyle Centre and fitness program by trainers at the Centre for Health, Wellness and Performance.