Band 4 - Deputy Warden

Posting Title- BAND 4 - Deputy Warden- Position Classification- Band 4- Union- N/A- Work Options- On-Site- Location- Chilliwack, BC V4Z 1A7 CA
- Maple Ridge, BC V4R 2S1 CA
- Multiple Locations, BC CA (Primary)
- Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 4W6 CA
- Surrey, BC V4P 1M5 CA- Salary Range- $102,900.00 - $136,700.11 annually- Close Date- 11/15/2023- Job Type- Regular Full Time- Temporary End Date- Ministry/Organization- BC Public Service -> Public Safety & Sol General- Ministry Branch / Division- Adult custody Division
- BC Corrections- Job Summary**Bring your vision, leadership, and strategic planning skills to this important role**

BC Corrections plays a leading role in the criminal justice system by protecting the community through offender management and control. BC Corrections manages community work service and supports offenders to make positive changes in their behaviour and attitudes.

Adult Custody is one of four divisions of BC Corrections and is responsible for the care of approximately 2,800 male and female inmates. Adult Custody provides custodial supervision for adults sentenced to incarceration and those remanded to custody. It provides core programs and additional services which balance risks and needs; ensures linkage with Community Corrections based on common core programming and integrated case management; communicates with stakeholders and participates as a pro-active partner in the criminal justice system.

The Leadership team of a correctional centre works within unique operational imperatives: risk-based supervision, proven rehabilitation programs, fiscal efficiency achieved primarily through well planned staff and shift management, compliance with legislation, policy, security and safety standards, 24 x 7 operation, and positive interactions with government, local agencies and interest groups.

The Deputy Warden (DW) carries out the vision of Adult Custody division. The DW leads and participates in a variety of areas, including initiating and overseeing partnerships with justice partners, non-profit organizations, advocacy groups and other external agencies to impact public safety and maintain confidence in BC Corrections.

**Job Requirements**:

- Four (4) years’ experience leading people in a large, complex, safety sensitive and dynamic work environment; OR
- Five (5) years related experience, or an equivalent combination of experience education and/or training may be considered.

The following may be considered as an equivalent combination of education, training, and related experience, but may not be limited to:

- Five (5) years’ experience gained working in a leadership position within a government environment with two (2) years of related experience; OR,
- Five (5) years of other related experience with a related post-secondary education degree/diploma.

Related experience, but may not be limited to;
- Experience with large operational environments, development and/or implementation of strategic plans, projects and/or large initiatives, and program analysis.
- Experience in leading large teams and committees involving other senior leaders and external stakeholders.
- Experience/leadership with human resources management and labour relations in unionized work environment.
- Experience working with senior level government officials at the Director, Executive Director, and/or Assistant Deputy Minister levels or the equivalent.
- Working in a correctional environment with remanded and/or sentenced populations.
- Working for or cooperatively with corrections allied partners/agencies, including health, sheriffs, crown/legal counsel, police, indigenous organizations/leaders, and/or community correction

**About this Position**:
There are currently (3) positions available: Chilliwack, Maple Ridge and Port Coquitlam.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies which may also include Surrey location.
This position has full time on-site requirements.
Employees of the BC Public Service must be located in BC at the time of employment.
This position is excluded from union membership.

**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.

**How to Apply**:
**Cover Letter: NO**:

- Please do not submit a cover letter as it will not be reviewed.

**Resume: YES**:

- Ensure your resume includes your educational accomplishments, employment history including start and end dates (month and year) of your employment, and any relevant information that relates to the job to which you are applying.

**Questionnaire: YES**:

- You will need to complete a basic questionnaire to demonstrate how you meet the job requirements.

**Additional Information**:
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required