Overview
Correctional Officer Jobs in Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada at First Nations University of Canada
Correctional Officer Opportunities
Ministry of Community Safety
Permanent Full-Time – Various Locations
100288– Yorkton: Whitespruce Provincial Training Centre is hiring and
invites you to join our team!
100278 – Saskatoon: Saskatoon Correctional Center is hiring and invites
you to join our team!
100315 – Regina: Regina Correctional Centre is hiring and invites you to join our team!
100305 – Prince Albert: Pine Grove Correctional Centre is hiring and invites you to join
our team!
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.
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.
As a Correctional Officer, You Will
- Be responsible for the safety and security of the 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 decisionmaking 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; and
- Prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents, using the safest and most reasonable
intervention strategies.
Technical Knowledge And Skills
- Knowledge of the Canadian criminal justice system;
- Knowledge of human behaviour to support positive change;
- 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 skills and knowledge required for this position would be obtained through a
university degree in the Social Sciences or a 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 October 5, 2026.
To learn more about this employment opportunity and the Induction Training Program, please
attend our Virtual Public Information Session on July 29, 2026, at 12:00 PM. Details can be
found here.
- For a more detailed job description and to apply, please go to https://careers.saskatchewan.ca. Or you can use following link for direct access:
CLICK HERE
Closing Date: July 19, 2026 Competition Number: Shown Above.
The Government of Saskatchewan offers a wide range of careers with purpose and passion. Our people enjoy an
enviable work/life balance in an environment that supports creativity, innovation and diversity while providing
learning and career development opportunities. We are helping make Saskatchewan the best place to live, work and
raise our families, by building the best public service in Canada. Join the team!
Title: Correctional Officer
Company: First Nations University of Canada
Location: Prince Albert, Saskatchewan, Canada