Probation Officer
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Probation Officer supervises offenders who are subject to community based court sanctions/interventions, promotes the principles of restorative justice, public safety and reintegration of offenders. The Probation Officer will work in support of community government and justice partners. As part of the division team, this position will ensure the ongoing provision of services in keeping with the Corrections Mission, Vision and Value statement.
- Demonstrated ability to develop programs and procedures and control their implementation.
- Proven theoretical understanding of human behaviour and offender issues.
- Proven knowledge of community corrections techniques with the ability to exercise sound judgment in response to situations and problems.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, policy and court documents (i.e. probation orders, prosecutor information sheet, etc.).
- Proven leadership and team building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse environment.
- Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of community and special interest groups.
- Proven ability to assess and evaluate human behaviour.
- Demonstrated ability to develop community members (volunteers and agencies), in both experiential and formal learning approaches.
- Proven ability to solve complex problems.
- Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Proven understanding of corrections policies and procedures and security operations.
- Knowledge of MS Operating Systems, MS Office, Internet, and Email applications.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A Degree in a Social Science related field.
A Diploma in a Social Science related field combined with two (2) years current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field.
A class 5 driver's license is required to perform the duties of the position. Awareness of cultural diversity, specifically, northern Aboriginal traditions and values would be an asset.
Various combinations of education and experience may be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.
Probation Officer
About the role
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
The Probation Officer supervises offenders who are subject to community based court sanctions/interventions, promotes the principles of restorative justice, public safety and reintegration of offenders. The Probation Officer will work in support of community government and justice partners. As part of the division team, this position will ensure the ongoing provision of services in keeping with the Corrections Mission, Vision and Value statement.
- Demonstrated ability to develop programs and procedures and control their implementation.
- Proven theoretical understanding of human behaviour and offender issues.
- Proven knowledge of community corrections techniques with the ability to exercise sound judgment in response to situations and problems.
- Demonstrated ability to interpret legislation, policy and court documents (i.e. probation orders, prosecutor information sheet, etc.).
- Proven leadership and team building skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work in a diverse environment.
- Proven conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work with a wide range of community and special interest groups.
- Proven ability to assess and evaluate human behaviour.
- Demonstrated ability to develop community members (volunteers and agencies), in both experiential and formal learning approaches.
- Proven ability to solve complex problems.
- Proven interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
- Proven understanding of corrections policies and procedures and security operations.
- Knowledge of MS Operating Systems, MS Office, Internet, and Email applications.
Typically, the above qualifications would be attained by:
A Degree in a Social Science related field.
A Diploma in a Social Science related field combined with two (2) years current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field.
A class 5 driver's license is required to perform the duties of the position. Awareness of cultural diversity, specifically, northern Aboriginal traditions and values would be an asset.
Various combinations of education and experience may be considered.
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Inuvik HR Client Service Centre
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDING
BOX 1869
INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0
Tel (867) 678-8071 Ext 15644
Fax (867) 678-6620
jobsinuvik@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
About Government of the Northwest Territories
About the GNWT
The GNWT employs approximately 4,800 employees who provide programs and services for close to 44,000 residents. The size of our workforce allows our employees to champion projects that are acted upon to make a difference in communities. The ability to make a difference empowers our employees and allows them the freedom to work on projects that are meaningful. Our 33 communities are welcoming and friendly; it is not surprising that many of your colleagues may become lifelong friends.