Description

The Ministry of Community Safety is seeking dedicated individuals to join Saskatoon Correctional Centre as Correctional Officers. This rewarding career offers the opportunity to contribute to safer communities by supporting offender rehabilitation, promoting positive change, and maintaining the secure and secure operation of a correctional facility. Employees work as part of an interdisciplinary team focused on reducing re-offending and supporting successful community reintegration.

The ideal candidate is accountable, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to public service excellence. They possess strong communication, interpersonal, and decision-making skills, and can work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural, social, and spiritual backgrounds. Candidates must be able to assess risk, respond appropriately to incidents, apply legislation and policies, and maintain professional relationships while supporting offender development and rehabilitation.





Typical qualifications include a university degree in Social Sciences or a related discipline, a diploma in Law Enforcement, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. A valid Saskatchewan Class 5 driver's licence or equivalent and a valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate with at least 12 months remaining before expiry are required. Successful candidates must also meet employment medical requirements and participate in a paid 11-week Induction Training Program.

Key knowledge and skills include the Canadian criminal justice system, human behaviour and behaviour change, Indigenous culture, history, and related social impacts in Canada. Strong communication, critical thinking, teamwork, conflict resolution, cultural awareness, risk assessment, and crisis management skills are essential.

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📌 101539 - Correctional Officer (Saskatoon)
🏢 Government of Saskatchewan
📍 Saskatoon