Join Our Team | Central Saanich Police Service

The Central Saanich Police Service prides itself on our people - it's what makes us a great place to work!

CSPS is a dedicated group of Officers and Support Staff who value strong ties to our community, and providing the people of Central Saanich with the exceptional level of service it deserves.

Join us and you'll see that we're more than just the job!

General Requirements Applicable to All Positions

All applicants must:

Demonstrate integrity, honesty, accountability, and professionalism.
Be capable of working respectfully with diverse communities.
Maintain confidentiality and discretion.
Successfully complete all screening requirements applicable to the position.
Be able to work effectively as part of a team and represent the Central Saanich Police Service in a professional manner.

Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement through the recruitment process. CSPS selects applicants based upon qualifications, competencies, suitability, organizational fit, and operational requirements.

Interested applicants are invited to submit their application package to recruiting@cspolice.ca quoting the applicable competition number in their submission.

Current Opportunities

Title	Competition Number	Section	Type	Close Date	Wage Range
Exempt (Experienced) Officer	26-02	Patrol	Permanent Full-time	Open until filled	$128,088 for a 1st Class Constable (2025 rates)
Recruit Officer (2 Positions)	26-03	Patrol	Permanent Full-time	October 9, 2026	Starting salary $89,661 (2025 rates) with regular salary increases in each of the first five (5) years
Reserve Constable (2-3 Positions)	26-04	Patrol/Community Engagement	Volunteer	October 30, 2026	Volunteer
Digital Media and Communications Coordinator	26-05	Civilian	Casual	October 23, 2026	$42.96/hr + 11% in lieu of benefits (2025 rates)
Special Municipal (Retired) Constable	26-06	Patrol	Temporary Part-time	Open until filled	$70.58/hr + 11% in lieu of benefits (2025 rates)

Top 5 reasons to work for the Central Saanich Police Service:

Central Saanich Police Service has a committed team of people that is connected to the community, supportive of each other, and works closely together. We offer a supportive, respectful and fun workplace, and leadership believes in a people-first approach to our work. Central Saanich Police Service is a welcoming and progressive team dedicated to making a difference in the community every day. Our members are committed to supporting one another and ensuring the department is a great place to work.
Central Saanich Police Service is working to shape a safe community where people can live, work and be active. A community-based model of policing allows us to build trust within the community by getting to know the people who live and work here. It helps us to better protect those who are vulnerable or at risk, while preventing crime to ensure Central Saanich continues to be a safe place for all. Our work directly impacts a wonderful community in ways you will see regularly. Your ideas will be heard and you will have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
We enjoy a great work-life balance that includes:
- Patrol assigned employees work a compressed work schedule consisting of two 12 hour day shifts and two 12 hour night shifts with 24 hours off in between
- Enjoy the beauty of Central Saanich every day, including its ocean views and the community’s peaceful pace
- A generous vacation allowance that grows over time
- Regularly maintain a high community satisfaction rating
Central Saanich is a friendly and active community spanning the middle of the Saanich Peninsula. Home to the W̱JOȽEȽP (Tsartlip) and SȾÁUTW̱ (Tsawout) First Nations, there are more than 18,000 residents, including the two First Nations. From Island View Beach on the east to the Saanich Inlet on the west, the region includes fantastic parks, beaches and amenities. We have the highest concentration of agricultural production in the region, and are dedicated to celebrating and preserving our agricultural roots and the bounty of green spaces. Learn more.
Our members enjoy competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits packages, which include:
- BC Medical Service Plan (MSP) coverage
- Extended health benefits, including vision care, prescription drugs and paramedical visits (e.g. physiotherapy, massage therapy, and chiropractor)
- Dental plan
- Life insurance
- Short and long term disability insurance
- Municipal Pension Plan (for Exempt hires, some pension plans may be transferrable)
- Employee and family assistance program
- Proactive employee Wellness team
- Full gym on site and reimbursement for eligible fitness related gear and activities
Central Saanich Police Service also offers the following to members:
- Training and professional development for those looking to enhance their skills or advance their career.
- In addition to Patrol, we have internal secondments to our General Investigation Section, Community Engagement and Traffic Safety. Our Service also contributes members to various external seconded units, comprised of members from police organizations within the CRD. These specialized task forces are designed to focus on specific areas of policing such as gangs, guns, Child Exploitation and traffic safety.

Central Saanich Police Service is an equal opportunity employer committed to establishing an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for opportunities without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status or any other basis protected by applicable law.