100444 - Correctional Officer

Autism Services; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 56,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Saskatchewan's Ministry of Community Safety is recruiting a Permanent Full-Time Correctional Officer for Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert. The role emphasizes maintaining a safe, secure environment while supporting offender rehabilitation and reintegration through programming and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Successful candidates will bring knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system, strong judgment, integrity, and a commitment to public

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Canadian criminal justice system.
• Knowledge of human behaviour and risk assessment.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Satisfactory medical evaluation required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise offenders and maintain facility security.
• Support rehabilitation and reintegration efforts.
• Facilitate programming and assess risk.
• Respond to incidents and coordinate with interdisciplinary teams.

Skills

Criminal justice

Risk assessment

Public safety

Decision making

Teamwork

Education

Social sciences

Law enforcement

Job description

Application Information

Employer Name: Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Community Safety is seeking motivated individuals for a Permanent Full-Time Correctional Officer opportunity at Pine Grove Correctional Centre in Prince Albert. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to safer communities by supporting offender rehabilitation, promoting positive change, and maintaining a safe and secure correctional environment. Successful candidates will participate in a paid 11-week Induction Training Program.

The ministry is looking for accountable, adaptable, and collaborative professionals who demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, and a commitment to public service excellence. Candidates must be able to work effectively with diverse populations, build positive working relationships, and support offender reintegration while maintaining safety and security standards.

Required knowledge and skills include an understanding of the Canadian criminal justice system, human behaviour, risk assessment, decision-making, and the ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, and procedures. Candidates must possess a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence (or equivalent), valid First Aid and CPR/AED certification, and education in social sciences, law enforcement, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A satisfactory medical evaluation is required.

Responsibilities include supervising offenders, maintaining facility security, supporting rehabilitation and reintegration efforts, facilitating programming, assessing risk, responding to incidents, and working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes.