Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living in Yellowknife, NT and within a one hundred (100) kilometres radius.
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
Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program
Department of Justice Corrections Service
Classes from September 29, 2025 to November 21, 2025
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Are you interested in having a positive impact on people's lives? If the answer is YES, we want to hear from you!
The Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) recognizes the value of employment to support and invest in northern residents. Corrections Service is accepting expressions of interest from Northern Residents for the Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program (CNRTP) nine week training opportunity, in Yellowknife beginning September 29, 2025. This program is offered by the Department of Justice to provide Northerners with the skills required to work in NWT Correctional facilities. Successful graduates of the program (in-class and Mentorship) will qualify to apply on future Indeterminate, Term or Relief positions as they become available at our Yellowknife, Hay River or Fort Smith facilities.
The CNRTP program consists of seven weeks in-class and 14 mentorship shifts (approximately 3-4 weeks) that will be completed immediately following the in-class sessions (total time of program is approximately 11-12 weeks) - on the job training with mentors at the North Slave Correctional Complex (NSCC) at Yellowknife, NT. As a trainee, you learn to perform a variety of security functions to ensure the safe care, custody and control of inmates as well as the safety of staff and the public. You will develop your interpersonal skills and professionalism to establish and maintain positive relationships with inmates, staff and the public to assist and encourage inmate re-integration back to the community.
Interested applicants must have the ability to work with a team, have good written and verbal communication skills, exhibit good judgment, be computer literate and be independent self-starters who are able to work under minimal supervision. Cross-cultural experience is a definite asset. You must be of good physical condition as necessary for running, climbing, standing, squatting, to drag, carry and lift persons and objects and for sitting for prolonged periods of time and possess sufficient strength and dexterity to restrain persons safely and to hear and be heard in noisy group situations. You must demonstrate a sound aptitude and appropriate attitude for work in this challenging field. Before applying we encourage you to review the Corrections Officer job
description to ensure this is a line of work you are interested in.
To be eligible for this exciting program, you must be a current resident of the Northwest Territories and meet the following criteria. Please include with your application the following information:
-
Proof of High School Diploma or equivalent
-
Proof of Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license with ability to obtain a class 4 driver's license within 4 months of hire
-
Possession of valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification or able to qualify for certification before course completion date
-
Satisfactory medical assessment
-
Your Indigenous Employment Policy status, updated contact information including your email address, phone number, and your permanent NORTHERN residence address
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@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.
Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program
About the role
Limited Competition
This job opening is limited to residents living in Yellowknife, NT and within a one hundred (100) kilometres radius.
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
Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program
Department of Justice Corrections Service
Classes from September 29, 2025 to November 21, 2025
Are you looking for a challenging and rewarding career? Are you interested in having a positive impact on people's lives? If the answer is YES, we want to hear from you!
The Government of Northwest Territories (GNWT) recognizes the value of employment to support and invest in northern residents. Corrections Service is accepting expressions of interest from Northern Residents for the Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program (CNRTP) nine week training opportunity, in Yellowknife beginning September 29, 2025. This program is offered by the Department of Justice to provide Northerners with the skills required to work in NWT Correctional facilities. Successful graduates of the program (in-class and Mentorship) will qualify to apply on future Indeterminate, Term or Relief positions as they become available at our Yellowknife, Hay River or Fort Smith facilities.
The CNRTP program consists of seven weeks in-class and 14 mentorship shifts (approximately 3-4 weeks) that will be completed immediately following the in-class sessions (total time of program is approximately 11-12 weeks) - on the job training with mentors at the North Slave Correctional Complex (NSCC) at Yellowknife, NT. As a trainee, you learn to perform a variety of security functions to ensure the safe care, custody and control of inmates as well as the safety of staff and the public. You will develop your interpersonal skills and professionalism to establish and maintain positive relationships with inmates, staff and the public to assist and encourage inmate re-integration back to the community.
Interested applicants must have the ability to work with a team, have good written and verbal communication skills, exhibit good judgment, be computer literate and be independent self-starters who are able to work under minimal supervision. Cross-cultural experience is a definite asset. You must be of good physical condition as necessary for running, climbing, standing, squatting, to drag, carry and lift persons and objects and for sitting for prolonged periods of time and possess sufficient strength and dexterity to restrain persons safely and to hear and be heard in noisy group situations. You must demonstrate a sound aptitude and appropriate attitude for work in this challenging field. Before applying we encourage you to review the Corrections Officer job
description to ensure this is a line of work you are interested in.
To be eligible for this exciting program, you must be a current resident of the Northwest Territories and meet the following criteria. Please include with your application the following information:
-
Proof of High School Diploma or equivalent
-
Proof of Possession of a valid class 5 driver's license with ability to obtain a class 4 driver's license within 4 months of hire
-
Possession of valid Standard First Aid and CPR certification or able to qualify for certification before course completion date
-
Satisfactory medical assessment
-
Your Indigenous Employment Policy status, updated contact information including your email address, phone number, and your permanent NORTHERN residence address
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@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.