Police Service

These non-civilians protect and serve the population. The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) is responsible for recruiting police service personnel.

The Police Service Commission is responsible for recruiting the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners of Police. There are an estimated 6,500 police officers in T&T.

It is to be noted that Municipal Police are not part of the TTPS but are part of Local Government.

  • The Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS) employs over 6,500 police officers committed to protecting and serving the public. Opportunities span from general police work to specialized units with the force.
  • The Police Service Commission hires the Commissioner and Deputy Commissioners.

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Defence Force

This military arm of the State comprises the Regiment, Coast Guard, Air Guard and Reserves. Some 5500 persons are employed to protect Trinidad and Tobago.

https://nationalsecurity.gov.tt/divisions/defence-force/ 

(Please note that the TTDF jobs are due to be loaded onto this portal.)

  • Around 5,500 personnel serve in the Trinidad and Tobago Defence Force (TTDF), covering the Regiment, Coast Guard, Air Guard, and Reserves.
  • TTDF personnel protect the nation's borders and assist in national emergencies.

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Fire Service

Fire prevention and firefighting are the core focus of the 2700 personnel in the Fire Service. The Public Service Commission is responsible for hiring fire officers.

  • Approximately 2,700 fire officers work in fire prevention and firefighting across Trinidad and Tobago.
  • The Public Service Commission is responsible for recruiting fire officers to protect lives and property.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE FIRE SERVICE →

 

Prisons Service

Over 2500 Prison Officers of various ranks are responsible for the operations of prisons, correctional and rehabilitations centres and other holding facilities of offenders. The Public Service Commissions is responsible for hiring persons in the Prisons Service.

  • Over 2,500 officers work within the Prisons Service, managing correctional facilities and rehabilitation centers.
  • Officers are hired by the Public Service Commission to ensure the safety and rehabilitation of inmates.

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