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BC Corrections
Job Title: BC Correctional Officer
Requisition #: 114796
Ministry/Organization: Adult Custody Division, BC Corrections Branch, BC Ministry of Public Safety & Solicitor General.
Closing Date: Applications will be accepted until 11:00 p.m. on the closing date of the competition.
Multiple Locations:
'Work Where you Live!' - Multiple full-time positions available at Correctional Centres located in Chilliwack, Kamloops, Maple Ridge, Okanagan (Oliver), Port Coquitlam, Price George, Surrey, Nanaimo, and Victoria.
Job Type: Regular Full Time
Salary Range: Earn up to $89,000 plus up to $20,000 benefits package.
Job Summary
Be a Role Model, Be a Peace Officer - Join BC Corrections and Create Change in Your Community
As a Correctional Officer, you are responsible for maintaining the security and safety of those in custody through fair and equitable programming, guidance, and direction. In this position, you will take an active role in creating a supportive environment by providing opportunities for positive attitude and behavioural change through community service work. Interested in what our Correctional Officers have to say about the role? View this video!
For important information about BC Corrections, our correctional centres and the application and recruitment process and requirements, review our BC Corrections Career Opportunity Page.
You may also contact a Recruitment Officer to set up a personal information session.
Why Work for us!
- A career to be proud of! Join a team that makes a difference in people's lives
- Job stability, career growth and developmental opportunities with on-going training,
- Earn up to $89,000 plus benefits worth up to $20,000 annually and a pension plan that ranks among the best!
- Fully paid comprehensive training to all new recruits
- A variety of work schedules and health & wellness initiatives supporting work-life balance
If you would like assistance navigating the Correctional Officer application and recruitment process, we encourage you to set up a telephone Pre-Application/Interview Consultation directly with a recruiter near you.
Please contact a Recruitment Officer as follows:
For more information, please contact: [email protected]
PLEASE DO NOT APPLY TO THESE EMAIL ADDRESSES.
The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service can help Indigenous applicants (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis or Inuit) interested in BC Public Service job positions.
Job 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 licence (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 further detailed information on Grade 12 and Grade 12 English equivalencies, please visit our website or contact a recruiter.
Note: Current BC Correctional Officers are exempt from providing documentation already submitted, or undergoing assessments completed, when hired into the position.
ASSESSMENT PROCESS
Applicants that meet the minimum requirements and submit the required documentation for Grade 12 graduation and Grade 12 English will be invited to complete further assessments in the hiring process as noted below.
- Security Screening Questionnaire (SSQ)
- Correctional Officer Physical Abilities Test (COPAT)
- Interview
- Reference/Past Work Performance Checks
- Valid Occupational 1st Aid (OFA 1)
or a Worksafe BC approved equivalent
- Enhanced Security Screening
- Medical Assessments
To apply: Visit BC Public Service job portal: https://bcpublicservice.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/Posting/view/114796
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