Spo 24r

Posting Title- SPO 24R - Probation Officer (Growth)- Position Classification- Social Program Officer R24- Union- GEU- Work Options- Hybrid- Location- Courtenay, BC V9N 8H5 CA (Primary)- Salary Range- Level 1: $71,771.66 annually Level 2: $73,886.72 annually Full working level: $78,328.69 - $ 89,268.45 annually which includes a 1 Grid Temporary Market Adjustment*- Close Date- 7/4/2024- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General- Ministry Branch / Division- Community Corrections- Job SummaryCommunity Corrections staff report a high degree of job satisfaction and value community safety, teamwork and working in collaboration with their peers, supervisors and community and justice partners.

Probation Officer positions are in all community corrections locations. For more information about opportunities in a specific location, please contact the local manager. Please see the job description below for a comprehensive list of accountabilities, requirements, and competencies for the probation officer position.

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Adult Probation Officer who is looking to be a part of a diverse team.

**Job Requirements**:

- A bachelor’s degree (120 credits) from a Canadian designated educational institution; OR,
- Completion of a two-year diploma and three (3) years of full-time related experience (or equivalent) working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs; OR,
- Sixty (60) credits of post-secondary education towards a diploma and three (3) years of full-time related experience (or equivalent) working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs.
**Notes**: If post-secondary education was obtained outside of Canada, you need to confirm it has been assessed for equivalency through the International Credential Evaluation Services. You must provide a for a Comprehensive Report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.
If post-secondary education was instructed in a language other than English, applicants are required to provide proof of English language proficiency. More details on this can be found in the attached Job Profile.
- Successful completion of the Adult Probation Officer pre-requisite course (CORR1000). Exemptions can be found in the attached Job Profile.
- A valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license without restrictions or an equivalent Canadian driver’s license is required. A valid BC Class 7 may be considered.

Proviso / Willingness Statements:

- Willing to work with adult clients who may have multiple legal, health, social, and/or mental health challenges and/or clients who have committed or alleged to have committed criminal acts including intimate partner violence or sexually motivated offences.
- Successful applicants will be required to submit to a driver’s abstract review for the last five-year period.
- Successful applicants will be required to participate in and successfully complete the position’s training requirements.
- Part-time employees may require adjustments to hours of work while on basic training.
- Overnight travel to remote locations and working outside typical work hours may be required.

**About this Position**:
Please refer to MyHR for more information on Temporary Market Adjustments.
This posting is to establish an eligibility list to fill both current and/or future permanent and/or temporary vacancies.
This position is based out of the location listed above.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.

**Working for the BC Public Service**:
The BC Public Service is committed to creating a diverse workplace to represent the population we serve and to better meet the needs of our citizens. Consider joining our team and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.

The BC Public Service is an award-winning employer and offers employees competitive benefits, amazing learning opportunities and a chance to engage in rewarding work with exciting career development opportunities. For more information, please see What We Offer.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO -** Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Questionnaire: YES - **You will need to complete a comprehensive questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements. Include all relevant information about your educational accomplishments and employment history including job titles, start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and how you obtained your relevant experience. The questionnaire will take approximately 60 minutes to complete.
- A copy of post secondary degree or diploma.
- An official transcript may also be required
- A Comprehensive Report from the International Credential Evaluation Services if required.
- Verification of English language proficiency test if required.
- A scanned copy of your valid B.C./Canadian driver’s license indicating class.
- Confirma