Title: Deputy Sheriff, Sergeant Department: Justice Community: Iqaluit Requisition Number: 619 Type of Employment: Indeterminate Salary range: $100,462 to $114,031 per year, 37.5 hours/week Northern Allowance: $16,328 per year Housing: Subsidized Staff Housing is not Available Union Status: Nunavut Employees Union Closing date: May 29, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. Eastern time This employment opportunity is restricted to Government of Nunavut employees only. Reporting to the Sheriff, the Deputy Sheriff, Sergeant is a uniformed Peace Officer responsible for assisting with the day‑to‑day management and administration of the Sheriff’s Office, including court security, prisoner management, and civil enforcement duties. Working collaboratively with the Sheriff and second Sergeant, the position provides front‑line supervision, training, and operational oversight of Deputy Sheriffs across court security, provost, and civil enforcement functions, within a complex and high‑risk environment governed by legislation, judicial procedures, and safety standards, where decisions directly impact court operations, public safety, and the administration of justice across Nunavut, including travel to remote communities on circuit. Responsibilities Assisting the Sheriff; the Sergeant is a supervisor to Deputy Sheriff staff and provides front‑line instruction, guidance, and support in front‑line operations. Trains and coaches Deputy Sheriffs, including assessing knowledge and skill competence, identifying areas of deficiency, and documenting performance. Prepares and delivers approved training programs for Deputy Sheriff staff, including pre‑court, in‑court, and post‑court practices and procedures, and prepares ongoing progress reports. Attends court sittings as required and performs duties of Deputy Sheriff, including courtroom security, provost duties, and civil enforcement executions. Provides supervision of civil enforcement support services, including receiving, reviewing, and processing civil documents and ensuring enforcement of writs, judgments, and orders in accordance with legislation and Rules of Court. Provides front‑line supervision and assigns daily duties, including coordination of prisoner movement, court security operations, and compliance with standard operating procedures. Ensures proper processes and procedures are followed for equipment control, exhibit procedures, financial transactions, and operational records in accordance with policy and legislation. Works collaboratively with court administration and management to maintain and verify court records and civil enforcement documentation. Responds to enquiries from the public and legal professionals regarding court processes, case status, and enforcement activities. Qualifications The knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this job are usually obtained through a High School diploma or equivalent and at least four (4) years’ experience as a Deputy Sheriff in Nunavut or in an equivalent position in another jurisdiction with comparable civil enforcement and security obligations. A minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience is required. An equivalent combination of education and experience in administering or supervising a government program may be acceptable. Physical Requirements Deputy Sheriff Sergeants may, at times, be required to engage in physically strenuous activities such as running, restraining, and handcuffing inmates. Deputy Sheriffs are expected to meet and maintain a level of physical fitness that permits the safe and effective participation in the execution of these duties. Training & Certification To perform the duties of Deputy Sheriff and Peace Officer, the incumbent must successfully complete within the probationary period or as soon thereafter as training is provided and re‑certify Force Response Options training every two years or as required. The incumbent must successfully complete all training identified via the Nunavut Sheriff Training Program guidelines within identified timeframes as required, which includes training on the legal process that guides the duties of the office of the Sheriff, Provost Prisoner Training, First Aid, CPR and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) certificates and must maintain certification credentials during the employment period or as directed. Possess a valid Class 5 Driver's License and be able to qualify for a Class 4 Driver's License, which the incumbent may be required to obtain within the probationary period. The incumbent must meet eligibility and screening criteria for appointment as a Peace Officer. Background and Checks 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 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. EEO Statement 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr