Probation Officer - Jobs in Tuktoyaktuk, NT

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Department InformationThe 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 InformationThis position reports to the Regional Probation Manager or the Senior Probation Officer as directed by the Regional Probation Manager.Acts as agent for Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) for community supervision and assessments.Caseload and location will vary dependent upon the community to which the worker is assigned - up to 55 offenders per caseload.A significant portion of the offender supervision will occur at the community level and may include, school and facility visits.Supervision of male and female adult and young offenders who are under the authority of Territorial and Federal conditional releases or judicial sanctions.Flexibility in respect to work hours.Travel to provide supervision and court coverage in outlying communities.Is a peace officer while working as a Parole Officer under the auspices of the Correctional Service of Canada.When on duty, is an Officer of the Court.Liaises with other agencies, i.e. Facilities, Crown, RCMP, Social Services, counseling resources, in order to effect proper supervision of offenders.Work is directed by legislation (Corrections and Conditional Release Act, Prison and Reformatories Act, Criminal Code of Canada, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Youth Justice Act, Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, NWT Corrections Act, Public Service Act, Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act; and specific policies (Corrections Service Directives and Standing Orders, NWT Safety Act, Human Resource manual).KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESDemonstrated 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 or;A Diploma in a Social Science related field combined with two (2) years current case management experience in the Corrections/Social Services field and;A class 5 drivers 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 InquiriesInquiries Only:Inuvik HR Client Service CentreDepartment of FinanceGovernment of the Northwest Territories1st FLOOR ALEX MOSES GREENLAND BUILDINGBOX 1869INUVIK, NT X0E 0T0Tel (867) 678-6600Fax (867) 678-6620jobsinuvik@gov.nt.caNote: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.Quick Apply

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