COR SRV 18R - Correctional Officer - Closing date extended

The Team

Welcome to the Adult Custody Division team. As an employee at one of ten correctional centres, you will work alongside a team of correctional officers towards the common goal of maintaining the safety and security of the individuals in our custody. Correctional officers have the opportunity to rotate through designated posts in several departments, each of which is overseen by a correctional supervisor and the broader management team to provide direction and guidance. This position is responsible for case management and program facilitation to support our organizational efforts to reduce recidivism and create positive change. Through this process, correctional officers collaborate with numerous professionals committed to the same purpose, including educators, health professionals, chaplains, Indigenous Cultural Liaisons, volunteers, and community partners.

The Role

The Adult Custody correctional officer is responsible for maintaining the security and safety of individuals in custody through pro-social modelling, program delivery, and offering positive guidance and clear direction. This position offers a rewarding opportunity to take an active role in creating a supportive environment and behavioural change for individuals in custody. This role offers an opportunity to work in multiple departments within the correctional centre alongside a team of dedicated professionals. As a correctional officer, you will have the opportunity to utilize and strengthen your skills in communication, conflict resolution, and leadership.

Adult Custody Division, part of BC Corrections, is responsible for the care and custody of approximately 2,800 individuals and plays a leading role in the criminal justice system.

Qualifications :

Education and Experience Requirements

• 19 years of age or older
• Grade 12 or equivalent
• Grade 12 English with a final grade of 70% or equivalent
• Valid BC Driver's license (minimum class 5), or equivalent from another province.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada (you must be legally permitted to work in Canada at the time you apply for a position either through citizenship or permanent residency)
• For detailed information on Grade 12 and Grade 12 English equivalencies, view the “Applicant Process” attachment at the bottom of this posting.

Note : Current BC Correctional Officers with Adult Custody Division are deemed to meet the initial requirements for the role and will be exempt from the screening / assessment stages preceding the interview.

About this Position :

There are multiple regular full-time positions available, based out of the location listed above. This position has full-time on-site requirements. Correctional centres are 24-hour operations. Successful applicants will be required to work evenings / weekends / holidays and a variety of shift patterns. An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and / or future permanent vacancies. Enhanced Security Screening will be required. Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

For details about BC Corrections, correctional centres, and the hiring process, view the attachments in the Additional Information section.

How to Apply :

NOTE : Have all Step 3 documentation ready before applying as incomplete applications will not be assessed. Correctional Officer positions are open year-round, offering ongoing opportunities to apply.

Assessment Process

Applicants that meet the minimum requirements and submit the required documentation for Grade 12 graduation, English language proficiency, Driver’s License and legal entitlement to work permanently in Canada will be invited to complete further assessments in the hiring process below, according to the tentative assessment schedule.

In-person attendance is required for the majority of the above assessments, namely : Written Assessment, Interview, Enhanced Security Screening, Medical.

Additional Information :

Correspondence about this competition will be sent to you from @gov.bc.ca email addresses. Please add @gov.bc.ca to your safe senders list to avoid missing out on these emails. Applications will be accepted until 11 : 00 pm Pacific Standard Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.

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