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Government of Saskatchewan

Correctional Officer

Prince Albert, SK, Canada

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Apply by: Nov 23, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 13, 2026

Original job description

Do your Career Justice. Become a Correctional Officer.  

About Us  
The Ministry of Community Safety is responsible for overseeing Saskatchewan's correctional system and facilities, providing the safe and secure custody of adult and youth offenders and delivering programs that promote safety and reduce re-offending.  

As corrections professionals, our Vision is to provide correctional services that improve lives. Our Mission is to deliver programs and services to help ensure safe communities, safe facilities and a safe and engaged workforce. We believe our core Values provide the foundation for who we are and what we do. We value modelling respect and integrity, serving citizens, practicing excellence and innovation, while acting as one team.  

Why a Career as a Correctional Officer is Rewarding  

Directly contribute to creating safer communities in Saskatchewan;

Aid in positive and meaningful change for adult offenders;

Collaborate with a supportive interdisciplinary team of professionals to deliver needs-based services that facilitate rehabilitation;

Engage in meaningful relationships that improve the ability of adult offenders to successfully reintegrate into their community and reduce re-offending.

The Opportunity
Pine Grove Correctional Centre is hiring and invites you to join our team!  

Correctional Officers are professionals who work directly with adult offenders, holding them accountable and supporting positive change in their lives, while maintaining the safe and secure operation of the facility. 

Be responsible for the safety and security of facility through monitoring, supervising, and interacting with offenders in various correctional settings;

Work collaboratively in the creation and implementation of case plans for reintegration into the community;

Lead offenders in daily programming and promote personal development in decision making and problem-solving skills;

Work closely with adults who may have intergenerational trauma, special needs, gender differences and various cultural and spiritual beliefs;

Accurately interpret and apply legislation, policy, and procedures;

Apply a collaborative approach that promotes interdisciplinary teamwork;

Continuously assess situational factors, and evaluate the level of risk, to make sound and appropriate decisions;

Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents, using the safest and most reasonable intervention strategies.

Job Capabilities

For this role in Community Safety, we are seeking someone who:

Is accountable, takes ownership of their work by contributing to organizational outcomes and demonstrates the corporate values in our Commitment to Excellence.

Is innovative and seeks out ways for improvement by thinking creatively, identifying new ideas and taking responsible risks.

Works collaboratively with others to understand, engage and have meaningful dialogue to achieve work outcomes.

Is inclusive, identifies and is aware of personal bias, and readily seeks out and appreciates diverse perspectives.

Is adaptable, continuously learns from experience and applies those learnings to new situations.

Focuses on achieving public service excellence.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system;

Knowledge of human behaviour to support positive change;

Knowledge of Indigenous culture, history and related social impacts in Canada;

A valid Saskatchewan issued Class 5 Driver’s License or equivalent;

A valid First Aid and CPR/AED certificate with no less than 12 months remaining before expiration is required prior to the ITP start date.

Typically, the capabilities and skills required for this position would be obtained through a university degree in Social Sciences or closely related discipline, a diploma in Law Enforcement and/or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Physical Requirements
The COPAT requirement for employment has been temporarily replaced by a comprehensive medical evaluation completed by a licensed medical practitioner.

Should you receive a successful offer of employment, you will be enrolled into a paid, 11-week Induction Training Program (ITP). The next ITP will start on February 8, 2027.

To learn more about this employment opportunity and the Induction Training Program, please attend our In-Person Public Information Session on November 17, 2026, at 6:30 PM. Details can be found here.

Job Skills

Communication (Level C)

Critical Thinking (Level C)

Digital Skills (Level B)

Interacting with Others (Level C)

Navigating Ambiguity (Level B)

Managing Self (Level C)

Health, Safety and Wellness (Level A)

Data Literacy (Level C)

Influence (Level C)

Political and Organizational Awareness (Level B)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan's Capability and Skills Framework here.

 
What We Offer

Dynamic and challenging work

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package including pension

Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave

Inclusive work environments

Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

 
Our Commitment to Excellence

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.

The Ministry of Corrections, Policing and Public Safety provides supervision and rehabilitation services for adult and young offenders; promotes appropriate and effective policing; and supports community and public safety services throughout Saskatchewan. The Government of Saskatchewan provides the services, programs and supports the people of Saskatchewan need. We deliver on the Saskatchewan Plan for Growth to build a strong economy, strong communities and strong families, ultimately building a stronger Saskatchewan. Dedicated to service excellence, we demonstrate innovation, collaboration and transparency, practice effective and accountable use of resources and promote engagement and leadership at all levels.

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Responsibilities

The Correctional Officer at the Government of Saskatchewan will keep the facility safe by monitoring and supervising adult offenders. They will also help build reintegration plans, lead daily programming, and step in to resolve incidents safely.

Requirements

Candidates need knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system, human behaviour and Indigenous culture, plus a valid Class 5 driver's licence and a First Aid and CPR/AED certificate. A university degree in social sciences or a law enforcement diploma, or an equivalent mix of education and experience, is typically expected.

Skills

Offender supervision
Facility security
Risk assessment
Incident de-escalation
Case plan development
Group programming facilitation
Conflict resolution
Decision making
Problem-solving
Interdisciplinary teamwork
Knowledge of Canadian criminal justice system
Knowledge of human behaviour
Knowledge of Indigenous culture and history
Interpreting legislation and policy
First Aid
CPR/AED
Communication
Critical thinking
Digital skills
Data literacy
Health and safety
Navigating ambiguity
Cultural awareness

Benefits

Pension plan
Vacation and scheduled days off
Other leave types
Paid induction training
Career growth and advancement
Flexible work arrangements

Keywords

Correctional Officer
corrections
correctional centre
offender supervision
rehabilitation
case management
criminal justice
public safety
community safety
incident response
risk assessment
reintegration
Indigenous culture
First Aid
CPR/AED
Class 5 driver's licence
Saskatchewan government
jail officer
inmate supervision
probation

Seniority

Entry level

Perks

Generous paid time off
Flexible hours
Retirement plan
Paid training

Licences and certifications

First Aid
CPR/AED

Fields of study

Social Sciences
Law Enforcement

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