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Correctional Officer

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Employer Name: Ministry of the Solicitor General

Location/Address: Thunder Bay, Fort Frances, or Kenora, ON

Application Deadline: October 30th, 2026

Hours of Work: 0-40 hours per week, temporary position

Wage: $32.15 – $37.79 per hour* *Indicates the salary listed as per the OPSEU Collective Agreement.

Position(s) Language: Both English and bilingual

Job ID: 248726

Job Code: 50561 – Correctional Officer 1

 

Duties:

In this role, you will:

  • Perform a full range of duties, including the care, custody, control and supervision of inmates
  • Support the delivery of specialized programs, services and cultural activities for inmates
  • Interact with inmates to maintain security and safety in the facility
  • Provide community escort duties to ensure the safety of inmates, staff, visitors and the public
  • Maintain communications with a range of contacts, including inmates, co-workers, supervisors, Native Inmate Liaison/Elder and clinical and medical staff
  • Demonstrate the Correctional Services Officer core competencies of critical and strategic thinking, leadership, communication, emotional intelligence and integrity, and professionalism throughout all interactions.

Qualifications:

Mandatory requirements
You must meet the following pre-requirements to apply:

  • Be a minimum of 18 years of age
  • Possess oral French skills at the Advanced-Minus level (for bilingual positions)
  • Be currently certified and/or able to be certified by first day of employment in Emergency First Aid, Cardiopulmonary Heartsaver (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator(AED)
  • Must have original proof of Grade 12 completion or an equivalency (e.g. general equivalency diploma/certificate)
  • Must be able to work rotating shifts, including days, afternoons and nights, and on weekends and statutory holidays

 

How to Apply:

Apply online https://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca/Preview.aspx?Language=English&JobID=248726

Join Our Information Session
To learn more about the role, the Ontario Public Service and the recruitment process, we welcome you to attend our information session on October 8th, at 3:00pm Please register at http://www.gojobs.gov.on.ca found in the Correctional Officer job posting job ID: 248726. Attendance is optional and will have no influence on the screening and selection process.