Probation Officer

Government of Manitoba; Selkirk; On-site; CAD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional government authority in Manitoba is seeking a Probation Officer to manage cases for adults and youth under probation. The ideal candidate will have a background in social sciences and experience with case management, along with strong interpersonal and communication skills. This full-time position offers a salary between $64,172.00 and $91,924.00 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience with case management, for either youth or adults.
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Write court ordered reports and complete risk assessments.
• Provide supervision for adults and youth under probation.
• Conduct interviews and oversee case management.

Skills

Case management

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Culturally sensitive manner

Education

Post-secondary education in social sciences

Job description

Overview

PB3 Probation Officer

Regular/full-time

Manitoba Justice

Probation Services and Restorative Justice, Correctional Services

Selkirk MB, Eastman Region MB

Advertisement Number: 44519

Salary(s): PB3 $64,172.00 - $91,924.00 per year

Closing Date: October 5, 2025

Employment Context

The Manitoba government recognizes the importance of building an exemplary public service reflective of the citizens it serves, where diverse abilities, backgrounds, cultures, identities, languages and perspectives drives a high standard of service and innovation. The Manitoba government supports equitable employment practices and promotes representation of designated groups (women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, visible minorities).

Employment Equity is a factor in selection for this competition. Consideration will be given to Indigenous people, visible minorities and persons with disabilities.

An eligibility list may be created for similar positions and will remain in effect for 12 months.

Duties

Correctional Services contributes to the protection of society by administering sentences imposed by the courts and working with community agencies, government departments and other levels of government to support interventions to reduce recidivism. Probation Officers write court ordered reports, complete risk assessments and provide appropriate programs, services and encouragement to help individuals deal with the issues that bring them into conflict with the law. Probation Officers prepare court reports, provide supervision and support for adults and youth under probation, conditional sentences, community service orders and a variety of youth orders. Probation Officers conduct interviews, oversee case management, and deliver programs as well as being involved with alternatives to court, restorative justice and assistance with reintegration from custody.

Eligibility and Application

To be considered for this competition, candidates must submit an Application Screening Form, along with their resume, to the Public Service Commission by email [e-mail]), quoting 44519 and position title in the subject line.

Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada
• Satisfactory Enhanced Internal Security Screening Level IV
• Satisfactory Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Security Search
• Satisfactory Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Possess and maintain a valid Class 5F Manitoba driver\'s license with access to a vehicle for business purposes
• Ability to work flexible hours
• Ability to travel

Qualifications

Essential:

• Post-secondary education in social sciences with directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered
• Experience with case management, for either youth or adults
• Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history
• Effective interpersonal skills, including conflict resolution
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Effective written communication skills
• Ability to work in a culturally sensitive manner
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a team environment

Desired:

• Experience in community networking
• Assessment skills and effective intervention planning in a social services setting

Apply to

Advertisement # 44519

Talent Acquisition
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg, MB , R3B 2A9

Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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