kandidatu Canada

Correctional Peace Officer (CPO 1 & 2)

Government of Alberta · Public Safety and Emergency Services

This job in plain words

Correctional Peace Officers keep custodial centres and youth attendance centres safe and secure across Alberta. They supervise adult inmates or youth, and the posting says placement depends on the locations candidates choose and on where vacancies exist.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the requirements can apply. Candidates must be at least 18 years old and legally entitled to work in Canada.

Education
High school diploma · High school diploma. Equivalencies may be considered: one year of education can count for one year of experience, and the reverse.
Experience
At least two years of related experience. Experience in conflict management and de-escalation is required. Experience in client work, security or policing is an asset.
Job type
Full time or casual. Permanent or wage positions. 38.75 hours per week. Permanent jobs are usually full time and include days, afternoons, nights, weekends and holidays. Wage jobs have no guaranteed shifts.

What they ask for:

  • High school diploma plus two years of related experience
  • Experience in conflict management and de-escalation
  • At least 18 years old and physically capable of the duties
  • Valid unrestricted Class 5 driver's licence
  • Criminal record check with fingerprinting within the last six months
  • Standard First Aid and CPR Level-C with AED

What you would do

  • Monitor inmate movement within the centre
  • Conduct patrols and counts
  • Manage inmate behaviour
  • Complete searches
  • Write reports and enter data
  • Support and guide inmates as a positive role model

How to apply

Apply online using your legal name. Upload your resume, cover letter, Personal Disclosure Questionnaire, five-year commercial driver's abstract and criminal record check, each as a separate PDF or Word file. Missing documents can delay or invalidate your application.

Good to know:

  • Successful candidates join a talent pool for current and future openings, and placement depends on preferred locations and vacancies.
  • A personal vehicle is usually needed because public transit to many centres is limited.
  • New hires must complete a paid two-week orientation before getting shifts.
  • Candidates pay their own costs for checks, documents and interview travel.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

Similar jobs

  • Event Services Project Lead

    Government of Alberta · Arts, Culture and Status of Women and Public Service Commission
    $2,935.39 to $3,850.29 bi-weekly ($76,613 to $100,492 per year) Bachelor's degree
    Open to the public Closes in 14 days

  • Justice of the Peace

    Government of Alberta · Justice
    Full-time: $175,588 per year (effective December 2024). Part-time and ad hoc: per diem of $1,109 (effective December 2024), plus shift differential rates.
    Open to the public No closing date stated

  • Manager, Pension and Pool Reporting

    Government of Alberta · Treasury Board & Finance
    $3,920.66 to $5,276.07 bi-weekly ($102,329 to $137,705 per year). Bachelor's degree
    Open to the public Closes in 13 days

  • Assessing Specialist

    Government of Alberta · Advanced Education
    $32.64 to $42.48 per hour, plus 11.6% in lieu of paid holidays and vacation. College diploma
    Open to the public Closes in 6 days

  • Environmental Educator

    Government of Alberta · Environment and Protected Areas
    $21.91 to $27.73 per hour High school diploma
    Open to the public Closes in 6 days