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43200.00 – Sheriffs and bailiffs

Sheriffs execute and enforce court orders, warrants and writs, participate in seizure and sale of property and perform courtroom and other related duties. Bailiffs serve legal orders and documents, seize or repossess properties, evict tenants and perform other related activities. Sheriffs and bailiffs must usually complete a training program offered by the province to work in the provincial courts.

Overview

Example job titles

  • Bailiff
  • Deputy sheriff
  • Sheriff
  • Sheriff's bailiff
  • Sheriff's officer

Core competencies

  • Critical Thinking, Decision Making and Problem Solving to make informed decisions and solve problems as they arise, such as assessing the legality of actions during property seizures or determining the best course of action during an eviction
  • Social Perceptiveness to adequately manage conflicts, de-escalate tense situations and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds
  • Explosive Strength to handle physically demanding situations, such as evicting tenants or securing property during seizures
  • Reaction Time to quickly respond during the enforcement of court orders or in scenarios where immediate action is necessary
  • Stress Tolerance to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations, such as confrontations, disputes or complex legal scenarios
  • Knowledge in Law to understand the actions necessary to be compliant with laws and protects stations from legal challenges, including execution of court orders, property seizures or evictions

Main duties

This group performs some or all of the following duties:

  • Serve statements of claims, summonses, warrants, jury summonses, orders to pay spousal support, and other court orders
  • Serve writs of execution by seizing and selling property and distributing the proceeds according to court decisions
  • Locate property and make seizures and removals under various acts of Parliament
  • Provide courthouse security for judges and perimeter security for the courthouse
  • Escort prisoners to and from courts and correctional institutions
  • Prepare comprehensive reports and affidavits and maintain records
  • Attend court, escort witnesses and assist in maintaining order
  • Ensure security support services for sequestered juries
  • Issue warrants for imprisonment, arrest or apprehension.

Additional information

  • Sheriffs and bailiffs may also serve as court officers (14103), depending on the location and size of the courthouse.
  • Progression to supervisory positions is possible with additional experience and in-house training.

Similar occupations classified elsewhere

Exclusions:

  • Correctional service officers (43201)
  • Court clerks and related court services occupations (14103)
  • Probation and parole officers (41311)

NOC hierarchy breakdown

NOC version

NOC 2021 Version 1.0

Broad occupational category

4 – Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services

TEER

3 – Occupations usually require a college diploma or apprenticeship training of less than two years; or more than six months of on-the-job training

Major group

43 – Assisting occupations in education and in legal and public protection

Sub-major group

432 – Assisting occupations in legal and public protection

Minor group

4320 – Assisting occupations in legal and public protection

Unit group

43200 – Sheriffs and bailiffs

Occupational profile

43200.00 – Sheriffs and bailiffs

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