Corrections Officer Trainee

Government of Yukon; Whitehorse; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Government of Yukon is seeking an Auxiliary On-Call Corrections Officer I at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre. You will contribute to safety, security, and order while guiding inmates and supporting daily operations.

The role requires resilience, strong communication, and the ability to respond to diverse situations. Training leads to permanent opportunities, with a pay scale starting at $29.57/hour and rising after training.

Qualifications

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experience applying and enforcing rules and regulations.
• Experience giving direction, coaching, mentoring, and providing feedback to individuals and/or groups.
• Post-secondary coursework and/or training in criminology, justice, corrections, social services, or another related field would be an asset.
• Experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Supervisory or Customer Services roles may be considered as an asset.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safety, security, and good order at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre.
• Provide guidance and support to adult inmates.
• Respond effectively in a variety of situations.
• Work as part of a team in a shift-based environment.

Skills

Teamwork

De-escalation

Problem solving

Empathy

Integrity

Client-oriented service

Education

Grade 12 or equivalent

Job description

Government of Yukon -> Justice - Whitehorse Corrections Centre

Location

Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2C6 CA (Primary)

Job Type

Casual

End Date

Full/Part Time

Full-time

Standard Hours Bi-weekly

80

Classification

IS06

$29.57 - $34.17

Union

OTH

Days Off

Saturday/Sunday

Travel

10%

Admissibility

Open to all Candidates, Preference - Canadian Indigenous Ancestry, Preference - Yukon First Nations ancestry, Preference - Gender

This competition is open to all candidates who meet the above noted Admissibility. A hiring preference will apply for qualified candidates of Canadian Indigenous ancestry, with a priority for qualified Yukon First Nation candidates. This initiative is in support of Yukon government’s goal for a representative public service. For more information on the hiring preference visit www.yukon.ca/hiring-preference .

Job Summary and Requirements

This competition has a preference to female candidates.

Department of Justice

The Department of Justice is working to ensure Yukon remains a safe, secure, and healthy place to live and work. We build strong and healthy relationships with others to support good governance and to foster safe communities. The Department of Justice provides supportive and dynamic work environments comprised of teams of professionals who are committed to making a difference in the lives of Yukoners.

The principles that guide us are:

Reconciliation with Yukon First Nations:

Together as Department of Justice (DOJ) representatives we commit to embracing the spirit of the Final Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada entitled Honouring the Truth, Reconciling the Future, by conducting ourselves in our day-to-day business in a manner that embodies the purpose of reconciliation with our First Nations members in the Yukon. We recognize the importance of employee education on First Nations history and the encouragement of innovative thinking by all DOJ personnel on our ability to effect meaningful change towards true reconciliation.

Working as a Team:

As DOJ employees we value working together as a team within branches and within the department, while respecting our respective roles in the administration of justice, to work as one entity to meet our collective objective to serve the public. We are mindful of the impact of our actions on the people around us both in proximity and in the larger department and strive to ensure that we maintain the best interests of the department in our approach to our work.

Identify and Meet our Clients' Needs:

DOJ personnel have a wide variety of responsibilities and an equally diverse clientele, internal and external to government, and we are committed to ensuring that they know we work for them and that we treat them with empathy, inclusion, integrity, respect, and professionalism.

Initiative and Innovation:

Management will encourage DOJ staff at all levels to think innovatively and to take initiative that will improve the work we do and services that we provide to allow for positive change and creativity in the workplace. Management will encourage DOJ personnel to reconsider our approach to the services we provide and adapt to the changing environment.

Communications:

We are committed to improving the way we communicate internally with one another and externally to the public.

Under the direction of the Manager, Correctional Services, you will work as part of a team to carry out the day-to-day operations and programs of the Whitehorse Correctional Centre. This includes maintaining safety, security, and good order, while providing guidance, direction, and support to adult inmates. Through your work, you will model positive, pro-social behaviour and help create an environment that supports accountability, respect, and opportunities for change.

This is a dynamic, shift-based role that requires strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to respond effectively in a variety of situations. Correctional Officers are designated as Peace Officers under the Criminal Code of Canada.

If you are resilient, adaptable, and committed to making a positive impact, we encourage you to apply and start your career with us.

Upon successful completion of the initial training & assessment, you will be hired as an Auxiliary On-Call Corrections Officer I and eligible for future Permanent Correctional Officer I opportunities.

Rate of pay for training (including shadow shifts) will be $29.57 per hour (IS06) and after successful completion of training it will increase to $37.19 per hour (IS12).

Essential Qualifications

Please submit your resume clearly demonstrating how you meet the following qualifications. Please note selection for further consideration will be based solely on the information you provide in your resume; ensure you use a month/year to month/year format and include the duties you performed in each of your positions.

• Grade 12 or equivalent.
• Experience applying and enforcing rules and regulations.
• Experience giving direction, coaching, mentoring, and providing feedback to individuals and/or groups.
• Post-secondary coursework and/or training in criminology, justice, corrections, social services, or another related field would be an asset.
• Experience in Security, Law Enforcement, Supervisory or Customer Services roles may be considered as an asset.

Candidates who have education and experience equivalent to the essential qualifications listed above may be equally considered.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Suitability

Candidates should have and may be assessed on the following:

• Expressing a genuine commitment to working with inmates and fellow corrections workers to create a positive change
• Experience positively motivating others, including vulnerable populations
• Demonstration of teamwork, problem-solving, and de-escalation through verbal communication
• Ability to model safe, ethical, legal and fair behaviors
• Good judgment and strong work ethic
• Demonstrating personal integrity
• Familiarity with demonstrating client-oriented services
• Ability to manage conflicts

Conditions of Employment

Have and maintain:

• Valid security and vulnerable sector clearance
• Successful completion of the Corrections Officer Physical Abilities Test (COPAT), FITCO, or PARE. We will accept test results obtained within the 1-year period prior to the start date.
• Valid medical clearance (required prior to first day of work)
• Valid Class 5 driver’s licence (required prior to first day of work)
• Valid First Aid and CPR certification (must be obtained within 6 months of hire)

Job Requirements:

• Rotating shift work including weekends and statutory holidays
• Occasional travel within and outside the Territory
• Heavy lifting
• Wearing a uniform

Hiring Timeline:

• Written Assessment: Week of Oct 5 - 9
• Interviews: October 13 - 16
• COPAT: October 22
• Start Date: November 2, 2026
• Six weeks of classroom training - Corrections Officer Basic Training (COBT)
• A minimum of 8 successful shadowing shifts, under the guidance of the Manager of Correctional Services and an assigned experienced Correctional Officer Mentor, which may include day, evening, weekend, and statutory holiday shifts.

Further details on timelines will be communicated as they are confirmed.