Deputy Sheriff

This employment opportunity is restricted to residents of Nunavut in the Qikiqtaaluk Region only.

The Government of Nunavut was selected as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People and recent graduates in 2024.  With one of Canada's fastest growing and youngest populations, Nunavut is a dynamic, vibrant territory committed to becoming an even better place for future generations.  As a government, we are strengthening our unique model of governance - one that integrates Inuit societal values, promotes the use of the Inuktut language, achieves a representative public service, and collaborates with partners to achieve the promise of Nunavut. Successful applicants will enjoy a competitive salary, medical and dental benefits, a defined benefit pension plan, relocation privileges and opportunities for training and career advancement. 

The Office of the Sheriff requires Deputy Sheriffs for casual relief work on an as-required basis for court operations throughout Nunavut. Selected applicants must complete and pass the mandatory Nunavut Sheriff Recruit Training Program (NSRTP), which is four weeks in length. The training will be held in Iqaluit, NU or another community specified at a later date. Successful completion and passing of the NSRTP will be offered casual relief employment as a Deputy Sheriff.

Under the directions and reporting to the Sheriff, Deputy Sheriff Sergeant, or designate, the Deputy Sheriff, while on duty, is a uniformed Peace Officer responsible through statutory authority for security, prisoner management, and civil enforcement duties in relation to the Justice of the Peace Court, Nunavut Court of Justice, and Nunavut Court of Appeal at the Nunavut Justice Centre in Iqaluit and circuit court sittings throughout the Territory.

The incumbent holds the legislated statutory appointment of Deputy Sheriff and acts as a Peace Officer under Section 2 of the Criminal Code and may be armed with weapons and force option tools and may be required to use necessary force in the execution of their duties. The incumbent requires the exercise of powers, functions, responsibilities and obligations by law and judicially established practices and procedures. The incumbent must be fully aware of and required to implement legislation, set rules, practices and procedures, and territorial and national safety and security standards. Additionally, the incumbent must be able to implement requirements of various Federal, Territorial, and Municipal statutes.

The applicant must have a High School Diploma or equivalent (GED or PASS Program), excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills, verbal and written communication skills, problem-solving and decision-making skills, a good understanding of computer hardware and software programs and should be able to organize diverse tasks to meet regular deadlines. Deputy Sheriffs are expected to meet and maintain a level of physical fitness that permits the safe and effective execution of their duties. The applicant must also have a valid Nunavut Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent and be able to qualify for a Nunavut Class 4 Drivers License which must be obtained within six months of employment. The applicant should have a valid Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C Certificate.

This is a Highly Sensitive Position and a satisfactory Criminal Record Check, along with a clear Vulnerable Sector Check is required.

The Official Languages of Nunavut are Inuktut, English and French. Applicants may submit their resume in any of the official languages of Nunavut. Fluency in more than one of Nunavut’s official languages would be considered an asset. Knowledge of Inuit communities, culture, land, Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit, Inuktut and experience working in a northern cross-cultural environment are also considered assets. 

Acceptable combinations of education and experience in law enforcement, mental health, and security training may be considered for this position. We encourage you to apply if you have equivalent years of education and/or experience equal to the education and experience requirements listed above.

If you are interested in applying for this job, please email your cover letter and resume to @email Please include the REFERENCE # in the subject line of your email.

• The Government of Nunavut is committed to creating a representative workforce, therefore priority will be given to Nunavut Inuit who self-identify as being enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement in accordance with the Priority Hiring Policy.
• Government of Nunavut employees serving a probationary period must obtain and provide written authorization from the deputy head of their employing department. The authorization from the deputy head must accompany your application for your application to be considered. 
• Possession of a criminal record may not disqualify candidates from being considered. An assessment of the criminal record will be measured against the scope and duties of the position. This is only a requirement for positions that require a satisfactory criminal record or vulnerable sector check. 
• Applicants may submit their resume in any of the Official Languages of Nunavut.
• Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
• The onus is on candidates in receipt of foreign post-secondary education credentials to have their foreign credentials assessed through a recognized Canadian education institution.  Failure to do so may result in the rejection of their application.