Job Description / Duties

The Greater Sudbury Police Service is centrally located in Northeastern Ontario serving the City of Greater Sudbury (CGS). With a unique blend of urban, suburban, rural, and wilderness environments, Greater Sudbury is Ontario’s largest municipality by geographic area and the second largest in Canada. Greater Sudbury spans more than 3,350 square kilometres and includes 333 lakes, serving a population of over 179,000 residents. CGS was formed in 2001 through the amalgamation of seven municipalities, creating a diverse and expansive community.

With an annual budget of just under $100 million, the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) delivers a broad range of operational and administrative services. Community safety and well being are achieved through collaboration. GSPS works closely with community partners to address the root causes of crime and victimization, with a focus on vulnerable populations, including children, youth, and at-risk adults. Through a human-centred approach, the Service addresses complex social challenges such as mental health, addiction, homelessness, intimate partner violence, and impaired driving-working collectively toward a safer, healthier community for all.

Governed by the Greater Sudbury Police Service Board and led by Chief of Police Sara Cunningham, GSPS employs more than 500 sworn officers, police professionals and volunteers. GSPS is a people-centred organization that recognizes its members as its greatest asset. The Service is deeply committed to policing with excellence by delivering fair, equitable, and culturally responsive policing that respects the human rights and dignity of all individuals.

The Director of Corporate Services (Director) is a senior executive leadership position within the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS). As a member of the Executive Team, the Director provides strategic administrative leadership across key corporate functions that support effective policing and accountability. The Director plays a vital role in ensuring the GSPS operates with strong fiscal stewardship as a resilient and supported workplace with sound risk management. By aligning corporate services with operational priorities and strategic objectives, this role enables key policing functions to be delivered effectively while ensuring compliance, accountability, and long-term organizational sustainability.

Reporting directly to the Chief of Police, the Director oversees Finance including payroll, operating budgets and capital asset management, Fleet, Facilities, and Human Resources. Additional key areas of responsibility include Labour Relations, Strategic Planning, Policy and Procedure compliance, and liability and risk functions. These responsibilities are carried out pursuant to the Mission, Vision, and Values of GSPS and in accordance with relevant legislation, regulations, policies, and procedures.

The position offers a competitive executive salary ranging from $194,750 to $215,250, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including OMERS pension, health and wellness benefits, and paid leave entitlements. The position is governed by an individual contract of employment with the Greater Sudbury Police Service Board in accordance with Section 220 of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019. Meeting the statutory requirements for exclusion, the individual who occupies this role will not be covered by the collective agreement between the Board and the Association for any purpose. The position is under the authority and direction of the Chief of Police.

The Board uses a variety of tools to screen applications based on job-related criteria outlined in the posting. Candidate assessment may also include interviews, skills evaluations, assignments, testing, psychometric assessments, and reference checks. Final hiring decisions are made by the Chief of Police and the Police Service Board. The Board is an equal opportunity employer that aims to reflect equity, diversity, and inclusion with a commitment to fairness and equity in our recruiting and selection activities.

Applicants under consideration will be subject to a comprehensive background investigation, including criminal record checks, reference checks, and verification of education and employment history. The successful candidate must meet police security clearance requirements and maintain strict confidentiality.

Qualifications / Required Skills

Qualifications- Education, Knowledge and Experience:

- Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or a related field.

- A minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in administrative leadership, with at least 5 years in a senior executive role, ideally within a policing, public sector, or similarly regulated environment. Demonstrated expertise in strategic planning, technology, fiscal management, collective bargaining, human resources, risk oversight, and performance improvement.

- A high degree of integrity, adaptability, and commitment to transparency and accountability.

- Excellent knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Practices, accounting theories, financial reporting, monitoring, variance analysis and forecasting, and internal control systems.

- Demonstrated experience in managing capital and operating budgets, and financial controllership.

- Ability to interpret and present complex information & data.

- Knowledge, understanding and prior experience in human resource and collective agreement administration, including but not limited to, grievance resolution.

- Proven experience leading successful corporate change through leadership and engagement to meet organizational goals.

- A commitment to the principles of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

- Knowledge of and proven capacity to apply legislation such as the Community Safety and Policing Act (formerly Police Services Act), Employment Standards Act, Municipal Act, Occupational Health and Safety Act, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, and other applicable legislation, governing authorities, privacy laws, collective agreements, legal agreements, internal procedures, and relevant standards.

- Possess a solid understanding and experience in championing employee health, safety, and wellness with a focus on mental wellness.

- Class G Driver’s License with full driving privileges.

Additional Information

Further background information on GSPS may be found at www.gsps.ca.

A more detailed position description including key responsibilities, and qualifications is available here.

Cover letter and resume relating your knowledge, skills and experience to the qualifications listed in this posting is required.
The Greater Sudbury Police Service Board is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive work environment. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment and selection process in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Candidates requiring accommodation are encouraged to notify Human Resources in advance at gsps.hr@gsps.ca.

The Board thanks all applicants. Only those selected to advance through the recruitment process will be contacted.

Application Deadline: Tuesday, May 19th 2026 at 0800hrs

Apply Here: www.gsps.ca

Salary: $194,750 to $215,250

Contact Information

Email: gsps.hr@gsps.ca

Employer Profile

Under the leadership of Chief Sara Cunningham and governed by the Greater Sudbury Police Service Board, the Greater Sudbury Police Service is one of Ontario’s Big 12 police services. We serve a large and diverse area, policing more than 3,350 square kilometres of land and 333 lakes.

We employ over 440 dedicated members across a wide range of departments and specialized units, and we offer several volunteer opportunities through programs and advisory committees.

Through Our Shared Commitment to Community Safety and Well‑Being, we act as a human‑centred police service focused on safety, security, wellness, and meaningful partnerships. We work collaboratively to reduce situations of elevated risk and enforce the law while holding offenders accountable.