ABOUT THE JOB

As a Scale Officer, you will enforce transportation legislation, policies and agreements for commercial vehicles travelling on Saskatchewan’s provincial highway system. You will be responsible for checking commercial vehicle operators for licensing, certification and insurance and inspecting commercial vehicles for safety, weights, dimensions, permits and registration. You will be responsible for conducting inspections, laying charges, appearing in court, conducting investigations, and preparing reports.

Your exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, promotion of a cooperative work environment and innovative approach will be required in order to interact with team members, other enforcement and government agencies, as well as the commercial transportation industry.

Responsibilities

- The successful candidates will be required to work shift work, some travel with overnight stays away from your headquarters, hold a valid First Aid Certificate (including AED) and hold a valid Class 5 driver's license with a good rating.
- You will be required to successfully complete all training related to commercial vehicle enforcement, including the CVSA North American Standard Inspectors' course and complete use of force training to the standard of the Saskatchewan Police College.

Qualifications

Job Capabilities:

As a public servant, we are seeking someone who:

- Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.
- Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.
- Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.
- Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.
- Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.
- Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

To qualify for this position,



you will:

- Be required to complete physical/medical assessments, which include passing the Sheriff Officers’ Physical Abilities Test (SOPAT)(Will accept POPAT/PARE times);
- Possess a valid Canadian driver's license (Required to provide a copy of driver's license with application), and if selected for medical/physical testing, you will be required to provide a copy of a Certified Driver's Abstract on your scheduled testing date;
- Possess a valid First Aid Certificate including AED that must be valid to May 2027 or beyond;
- (Required to provide a valid certificate with the application); and,
- Be required to pass a psychological personality assessment (MMPI) to determine suitability for law enforcement.

SOPAT Testing will be completed at the University of Saskatchewan on September 15, 2026 and September 29, 2026. Applicants MUST book their SOPAT if they do not have a valid, successful SOPAT/PARE/POPAT within the last 6 months.

You can register at: SOPAT/PARE/POPAT Testing - College of Kinesiology - University of Saskatchewan

Failing to attach a successful SOPAT/PARE/POPAT to your application will result in not advancing to the next stage in the application process.

Job Skills:

- Communication (Level C)
- Critical Thinking (Level C)
- Digital Skills (Level B)
- Interacting with Others (Level C)
- Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)
- Managing Self (Level C)
- Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)
- Data Literacy (Level C)
- Influence (Level C)
- Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer:

- Dynamic and challenging work
- Competitive salary
- Comprehensive advantages package including pension
- Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave
- Inclusive work environments
- Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities
- Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence:

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

Apply Before 09/30/2026, 11:59 PM

📌 Scale Officer (Saskatchewan)
🏢 Government of Saskatchewan
📍 Saskatchewan