Cornwall Police Service

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

Student Mentorship Position

SUMMER MENTORSHIP – 2026

The Cornwall Police Service strives to promote and demonstrate the values of Equity, Belonging and Culture. We are committed to reflecting the diversity of the community we serve and encourage qualified candidates of all background and abilities to apply. Cornwall Police Service is seeking a Student to work in the Records Department as part of our Student Mentorship Program.

This paid position is under the supervision of the Records Supervisor, overseen by the Inspector of Administrative Operations. The successful candidate will work in the Records Department, assisting its staff. The main duties of the position will include serving the public at the reception counter and directing phone calls. The successful candidate will also have an opportunity to assist with tasks using the police records management system and filing system. Further, the candidate will have the opportunity to learn about other areas of the organization, and how a municipal police service works.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be a student returning to full-time studies at the college or university level in September 2026
  • Ability to operate office equipment such as telephones, photocopier, cash register, and fax machine
  • Experience dealing with customers is considered an asset
  • Experience in administrative work is considered an asset
  • Be able to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality

The successful candidate will demonstrate skills and abilities regarding the following:

  • Strong communications skills
  • Exceptional customer service skills
  • Ability to multi-task in a busy environment
  • Ability to take initiative to address issues as they arise

The successful applicant will be expected to work Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Hourly rate for this position is $17.60. This is a summer position which will end on August 28, 2026.

All interested individuals are invited to submit their application and resume via the online application for this position outlining their skills, qualifications and experience relative to the position applied for. Applicants in consideration for hire shall be subject to a background investigation that includes but is not limited to: police checks; education credentials; and personal and work references.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. All contact will be via email, ensure you check your inbox as well as your junk folder.

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 Sunday, February 1st, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Location(s) of Position(s)
Cornwall, ON

Position Type
Contract

Posted
12 Jan 2026

Address
340 Pitt St.
Cornwall, ON

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