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Correctional Officer Training Program

OC1 Correctional Officer Training Program
Term/part-time

Manitoba Justice
Custody Corrections, Correctional Services Division, Brandon Correctional Centre
Brandon MB
Advertisement Number: 43283
Salary(s): OC1 $31.62 - $40.65 per hour plus Remoteness Allowance, if applicable
Closing Date: October 1, 2024
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 women, 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.



CLICK HERE TO ACCESS THE APPLICATION SCREENING FORM
Correctional Officer positions can be both physically and emotionally challenging and include a variety of shifts with hours of work that may include short notice call-ins. You must be able to adapt and handle stress. Verbal and written communication, interpersonal and conflict management skills are necessary. Case management and group programs will involve direct contact with male, female or youth inmates/residents and their rehabilitation process. A Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child and Adult Abuse Registry Checks, and Enhanced Security Screening are mandatory. Standard First Aid and CPR Level C and AED certificate (2 day course), and a medical fitness report are required prior to starting training. A Manitoba Class 5 Driver’s Licence (5F) is also a requirement.

The Manitoba government has a comprehensive compensation and benefits package which includes extended health care, health spending account, dental care, vision care, long-term disability insurance, group life insurance, maternity/paternity leave, family-related leave and a defined pension plan (some pension plans allow for portability between the Civil Service Superannuation Board and employers). Training and career development opportunities are also available for employees.

Locations include: Brandon Correctional Centre

Information Sessions:
To learn more about a career as a Correctional Officer or Juvenile Counsellor, as well as the recruitment process, register for one of the following information sessions by contacting:

Brandon Correctional Centre: September 18 and 19 at 1:00pm both days. Please contact Derek.Shewchuk@gov.mb.ca to register.

Tours:
Correctional Centres tours will be held November 5 - 14, 2024. Following the initial selection screening process, candidates will be advised how to contact centre(s) of their choice to arrange for a tour. A photocopy of your valid driver’s license is a required to register for a tour.

Interviews:
Interviews will be held November 19 - December 3, 2024. Please note that only those candidates who participate in the Correctional Centre tours will be eligible for an interview.

Training:
For selected candidates, a mandatory unpaid training program of approximately eight weeks (full days Monday to Friday) is required. Following successful completion of the training program, you will be hired as a part-time term Correctional Officer. Permanent, full-time positions are subsequently filled with part-time term employees. Minimum of Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED (intermediate level) certificate and a medical fitness report are required prior to the start of training.

We are currently recruiting to fill our April 2025 training class to be held in Brandon, MB. To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form along with a cover letter and resume (please click on the Application Form link above the Introduction Section to submit your interest for this position).
Conditions of Employment:

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada

• Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening, Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check
• Satisfactory Medical Fitness Report
• Full class 5 (5F) Manitoba Driver's Licence
• Minimum of Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED Certificate (2 day course)
• The ability to work extended and flexible hours including shift work and short notice call-ins is required

Qualifications:
Essential:

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Experience working in a team environment
• Ability to manage stress
• Effective problem solving, decision making and sound judgement skills
• Ability to adapt to change
• Ability to interact with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds
• Excellent verbal communication skills
• Excellent written communication skills

Desired:

• Post secondary education with directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Commitment to continuous learning
• Experience working with Indigenous people and understanding of Indigenous culture/spirituality

Duties:
Please visit the following link below for additional details regarding duties and the recruitment process:

https://www.gov.mb.ca/justice/corrserv/index.html

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Applicants may request reasonable accommodation related to the materials or activities used throughout the selection process. When applying to this position, please indicate the advertisement number and position title in the subject line and/or body of your email. Your cover letter, resumé and/or application must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications.
Please be advised that job competitions for represented positions may be grieved by internal represented applicants. Should a selection grievance be filed, information from the competition file will be provided to the grievor's representative. Personal information irrelevant to the grievance and other information protected under legislation will be redacted.
We thank all who apply and advise that only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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