Experienced Officers

Bring Your Experience to Woodstock Police Service

Are you an active or former police officer with experience in a federal, provincial, or municipal police agency?

The Woodstock Police Service (WPS) welcomes experienced officers who are looking to continue their careers in a community-focused, team-driven environment where professionalism, integrity, and accountability are at the core of everything we do.

Joining WPS means becoming part of a progressive organization committed to innovation, training, and public service excellence.

Recommended Documentation

If selected for an interview, candidates are encouraged to bring the following supporting materials:

• Records of policing achievements and commendations

• Two or more letters of reference related to employment or community service

• Certificates or letters from community involvement or volunteer organizations

• Certificates of achievement or specialized training

• Copies of valid policing certifications

• Recent performance evaluations

Providing these documents helps demonstrate your experience, professionalism, and readiness to transition to WPS.

Hiring Process for Experienced Officers

The selection process for experienced officers is designed to ensure operational readiness, professionalism, and alignment with WPS standards.

The process may include, but is not limited to, the following steps:

• Interview with Senior Officers
  A formal interview with members of WPS Command or the recruiting panel.

• Psychological Testing and Interview
  Conducted by a qualified psychologist to assess mental fitness for duty.

• In-House Fitness Test
  Assessment of physical readiness and ability to meet operational demands.

• Third-Party Medical Examination
  A comprehensive medical assessment to ensure fitness for service.

• Background Investigation
  A detailed review including, but not limited to:

  • Employment and service record verification

  • Educational credential verification

  • Reference checks (professional and personal)

  • Credit history review

  • Home visit and security clearance

  • Equitable Hiring

The Woodstock Police Service hires on the basis of merit, integrity, and professionalism, and is committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the Woodstock community and of Canada.

All qualified applicants will be considered, and accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process upon request.

For More Information

For additional details about the Experienced Officer hiring process or to discuss transferring your experience to WPS, please contact recruiting@woodstockpolice.ca.