Reporting to the Regional Probation Manager or Senior Probation Officer, the Probation Officer supervises adult and youth offenders in the community, promotes public safety and restorative justice, and supports offender rehabilitation and reintegration.

The role works closely with justice and community partners to provide case management, monitor compliance with court-ordered conditions, and ensure services are delivered in accordance with applicable legislation, policies, and correctional standards.

Critical Knowledge, Skills and Abilities; Ability to develop programs and procedures and control their implementation.

Theoretical understanding of human behaviour and offender issues.

Ability to interpret legislation, policy and court documents (i.e. probation orders, prosecutor information sheet, etc.).

Ability to develop community members (volunteers and agencies), in both experiential and formal learning approaches.

Understanding of corrections policies and procedures and security operations.

Typically attained by; A Diploma in a Social Science related field combined with two (2) years¿ current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field. A class 5 drivers license Equivalencies may include A degree in a Social Science related field combined with one (1) years¿ current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field. A class 5 drivers license A certificate in a Social Science related field or CNRTP combined with three (3) years¿ current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field.



A class 5 drivers license GNWT Inquiries More Information Indigenous Employment Policy Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.

Criminal Records Check Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check.

Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.

Driver's License Requirement A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 5 Driver's License Diversity and Inclusion The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace.

If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.

Eligibility Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.

Equivalencies Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience.

However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis.

For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.

Job Opening Information Job Opening ID # 28384 Closing Date: Thursday October 15, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time Salary Information The salary range for this position is from $54.44 per hour to $65.03 per hour (approximately $106,158 - $126,809.) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $4,538 Application Assistance For more information on preparing and submitting your application, please visit:

📌 Probation Officer (Fort Providence)
🏢 Government of Northwest Territories
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