100445 - Correctional Officer

Autism Services; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Saskatchewan is seeking dedicated individuals for a Permanent Full-Time Correctional Officer position at Prince Albert Correctional Centre. The role supports offender rehabilitation and maintains a secure environment, including a paid 11-week Induction Training Program.

Ideal candidates will understand the Canadian criminal justice system and apply policies, with a valid Saskatchewan driver’s licence and First Aid/CPR.

Qualifications

• Understanding of the Canadian criminal justice system.
• Ability to interpret and apply legislation, policies, and procedures.
• Valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver's Licence (or equivalent), First Aid and CPR/AED certification.

Responsibilities

• Supervising offenders
• Maintaining facility security
• Supporting case planning and reintegration activities
• Facilitating offender programming
• Assessing risk
• Responding to incidents
• Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes and public safety

Skills

Criminal justice knowledge

Risk assessment

Decision-making

Policy interpretation

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Social sciences education

Law enforcement background

Job description

Application Information

Employer Name:
Government of Saskatchewan

The Ministry of Community Safety is seeking dedicated individuals for a Permanent Full-Time Correctional Officer opportunity at Prince Albert Correctional Centre. 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.

• Supervising offenders
• Maintaining facility security
• Supporting case planning and reintegration activities
• Facilitating offender programming
• Assessing risk
• Responding to incidents
• Working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to promote positive outcomes and public safety