Job Description

Correctional Officer 1

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OC1 Correctional Officer 1


Term/part-time


Manitoba Justice


Brandon Correctional Centre, Custody Corrections


Brandon MB


Advertisement Number: 44539


Salary(s): OC1 $32.57 - $41.87 per hour


Closing Date: September 21, 2025


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 until exhausted.


Applications must include the completed applicant checklist and a scan of your drivers licence both front and back.

Click here to access the application 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 (two-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.

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 4, 2025 at 6:00pm.

Brandon Provincial Building 340-9th street Room B8: September 9, 2025 at 1:00pm. Please contact BCCrecruitment@gov.mb.ca to register.

Tours and Written Assessment:

Correctional Centres tours and written assessments will be held October 27-31, 2025. Following the initial selection screening process, candidates will be advised how to contact the Brandon Correctional Centre to arrange for a tour and written assessment. A photocopy of your valid driver's license is required to register for a tour.

Interviews:

Interviews will be held November 3-14, 2025. Please note that only those candidates who participate in the Correctional Centre tours and successfully pass the written assessment 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. During the mandatory training program, recruits are eligible to receive a stipend up to $2,800 for the duration of the eight-week program. Candidates who are selected for a training opportunity will be provided with additional information regarding the stipend application process.



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 January 2026 training class to be held in Brandon, MB. To be considered for this competition, you must submit an application form along with the completed applicant checklist and a scan of your driver's licence (front and back). Please note, that only those applications which include all required documents will be considered for further assessment. See below for further information.


Conditions of Employment:


Must be legally entitled to work in Canada Satisfactory Enhanced Security Screening Level 4 Satisfactory Criminal Record Check (including Vulnerable Sector Search), Child Abuse Registry Check and Adult Abuse Registry Check Satisfactory Medical Fitness Report Minimum valid Standard (or Intermediate) First Aid, CPR Level C with AED Certificate Valid Class 5F Manitoba Driver's Licence (minimum)

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 Experience working with Indigenous people and understanding of Indigenous culture/spirituality Commitment to continuous learning

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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Apply to:

Advertisement # 44539
Talent Acquisition - Corrections
Human Resource Services
600-259 Portage Avenue
Winnipeg MB , R3B 2A9
Phone: 204-945-7518
Fax: 204-945-0601
Email: correctionsrecruitment@gov.mb.ca
To be considered for this competition you must submit an application form along with the completed applicant checklist and a scan of your driver's licence (front and back). Complete the application form at the link below or contact Human Resource Services to request a copy of the application form. Note: You may be asked to submit references, or other documentation at a later point if invited for further consideration.

Click here to access the application form.

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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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