Requirements of the Position

Role Overview

The Special Constable plays a key role in maintaining a safe, respectful, and inclusive transit environment. This includes supporting full and equitable access to the TTC for customers and employees, in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code.

As a sworn Special Constable/Peace Officer and Provincial Offences Officer, the role enforces federal, provincial, and municipal legislation, and acts as an agent/occupier of TTC properties. Duties are carried out in alignment with established contracts, policies, and procedures.

Requirements

Work Schedule

• Minimum 80 hours bi‑weekly
• Ability to work rotating shifts in a 24/7 operational environment

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must meet the following at the time of hire:

• Canadian Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Legally eligible to work in Canada
• Minimum 18 years of age
• No criminal convictions for which a pardon has not been granted

Language Requirements

• Proficiency in English (oral, reading, and writing)

Police Record Check

• Completion of a Level 3 Vulnerable Sector Check through your local Police Service Note: Third party background checks are not accepted.

Driver’s License Requirements

• Valid Ontario Class G driver’s license (or provincial equivalent) in good standing
• 3 -year drivers abstract (opens a new window). The status must show no more than 3 demerit points.
• You can request your driver’s record online (opens in a new window) or in person at any Service Ontario Centre. Please Note: You don’t need to submit it as part of your application.

Education Requirements

• Completion of secondary school or equivalent (see Educational requirements here)

Certificates & Testing

Candidates must meet the following certification and testing requirements:

• Standard First Aid and CPR – Level C (valid and current)
• Physical Readiness:
  • Completion of the TTC Special Constable Physical Assessment (PIN Test)
• Ability to learn, meet, and maintain TTC standards in:
  • Use of Force continuum
  • Legislative authorities

Other Assessments: Candidates may be required to complete additional screening, which can include:

• Fingerprinting
• Driver’s licence history review
• Reference checks
• MMPI written psychological assessment
• Psychological interview

Asset Qualifications

Experience working equitably with diverse communities – including Indigenous, Black and other racialized groups; people with disabilities; newcomer communities; low-income populations; multilingual groups; and 2SLGBTQ+ communities – is considered an asset.