Career Opportunities
Thank you for considering a career with the Cornwall Police Service. When any position becomes available, whether it be full-time, part-time, or temporary, it will be advertised here.
The Cornwall Police Service strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusivity. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all backgrounds and abilities to apply.
Why Join our Team?
The Cornwall Police Service is currently comprised of approximately 112 sworn police officers, 53 civilians and 25 special constables. Within each of these areas, we offer a wide variety of interesting and challenging career opportunities along with competitive salaries and benefit packages.
Our members strive to work towards our vision of "A Safer Cornwall." We are looking for members to join our team of individuals who want to make a difference in our community.
All of our careers feature on the job training and support, paired with an exciting and challenging work environment. We offer numerous opportunities for continued growth and development.
Employee wellness is a top priority for our Service. We recognize the need to support our members and offer a variety of support measures and services to ensure the members of the Cornwall Police Service and their families have the tools and resources to improve and maintain their health and wellness.
New to Cornwall?
The City of Cornwall is a progressive community of 47,000 situated on the banks of the St. Lawrence River in Eastern Ontario. Cornwall boasts a modern economy led by forward thinkers and offers an extensive array of urban amenities, making it an excellent place to build a career and raise a family.
In Cornwall, you can have it all. Our growing community is beautiful, safe, and friendly. You’ll find everything you need to enjoy an exceptional quality of life. Ours is a full-service city with a small town feel, where everything is just minutes away from your front door and new opportunities wait around every corner. All that, plus it’s an affordable place to live in Ontario.
Learn more about Cornwall here.
Current Opportunities
Full-time Community Safety Officer, Special Constable
FULL-TIME COMMUNITY SAFETY OFFICER, SPECIAL CONSTABLE
The Cornwall Police Service strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Culture and Belonging. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all background and abilities to apply. The Cornwall Police Service has identified a need for Full-Time Community Safety Officer, Special Constable(s).
The Special Constables assigned to the Community Safety Office will assist frontline officers in the performance of their police duties. Community Safety Officers will supplement and assist Police Constables in preserving the peace, preparing reports, collecting statements and engaging the public. Community Safety Officers will ensure the transportation, custody, administration and care of prisoners, including crisis intervention while in the custody of the Cornwall Police Service.
The successful candidate(s) will demonstrate above average skills & abilities in the following areas:
- Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment
- High-School diploma or equivalent
- Post-secondary education is considered an asset
- Must possess current Standard first Aid and current CPR certificates
- Must possess a valid Ontario Driver’s license, Class G
- Physically and mentally able to perform the duties of the position (must pass a fitness assessment and psychological testing)
- Clear working knowledge of various operating systems and applications including Windows 10, Microsoft office, CPIC, Niche and OSL
- Knowledge of the Criminal Justice System
- Be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, information relative to the position
All interested individuals are invited to submit their application and resume via the online application below, outlining their skills, qualifications and experience related to the position applied for.
Applicants are required to successfully pass all testing components before being advanced to the next stage. Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a thorough background investigation that may include but is not limited to: police check with local, provincial and out of country law enforcement agencies if required; education credentials; credit and financial inquiries; and personal and work references.
Successful candidates may be required to work various or rotating shifts, based on operational needs.
Cornwall Police Service offers a competitive annual salary, ranging from $80,761.44 to $87,803.11.
In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, the Cornwall Police Service is pleased to accommodate individual needs of applicants with disabilities within the recruitment and selection process. Please email accommodation@cornwallpolice.com if you require an accommodation to ensure your equal participation in the recruitment and selection process.
Deadline for submission of applications is Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
Location(s) of Position(s)
Cornwall, ONPosition Type
Full-timePosted
20 Mar 2026Address
340 Pitt Street
Cornwall, ON