BC Public Service - Internal Job Opportunities

The Team
The Fraser Metro Centralized Bail Team, based at Surrey South Community Corrections, is comprised of PO14s from across the region and supported by a Local Manager and a Senior Probation Officer. We work diligently to deliver a high level of client service and collaborate with various community partners to support clients in making lasting pro-social change. We have the unique opportunity to work with and learn from several Indigenous communities. The team is supportive and focused on personal and professional growth. We value continuous learning and ensure team members have ample opportunities to develop competencies and build new skill sets.

The Role
As a Probation Officer 14, you will play a vital role in supervising adults placed on probation, conditional sentences, bail, and other legal orders, ensuring that clients understand and comply with the conditions set by the court. You will monitor client behavior and progress, documenting and reporting any violations to appropriate authorities while also developing personalized case management plans based on assessments of client needs. This includes referrals to critical community resources such as mental health support, addiction counseling, and Indigenous justice services. Additionally, you will assist probation officers with risk assessments, provide specialized bail supervision, and facilitate alternative measures such as community work service or restorative justice initiatives. This role offers the chance to build meaningful connections with the community, participate in diverse and unique initiatives, and provide vital support to individuals at pivotal moments in their lives, making it deeply rewarding.

Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements

• Completion of a two-year diploma or 60 credits of post-secondary education towards a diploma or degree from a Canadian designated educational institution.
• Successful completion of the Adult Probation Officer pre-requisite course (CORR1000). Exemptions may apply.
• Valid Class 5 B.C. driver’s license or Canadian equivalent with no restrictions.
• Keyboard speed minimum 30 WPM.

Preference may be given to applicants with the following:

• A minimum of 3 months experience as a Probation Officer/Probation Officer 14 in a Community Corrections office.
• A minimum of 6 months experience working with people with complex social, health, or legal needs.

Note: 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 Comprehensive Report by the closing date of this posting to be considered.

Provisos / 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.

Note: Candidates who are currently employed as a Probation Officer 14 or Adult Probation Officer (auxiliary or regular) with the BC Corrections Branch are deemed to meet the education, experience, pre-requisite course, and language proficiency index qualifications and are not required to provide proof with their application.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Tarnjeet.Jhinger@gov.bc.ca.

About this Position:
This is a temporary opportunity until February 1, 2028. This temporary appointment may become permanent.
An eligibility list may be established to fill future temporary and permanent vacancies.
Flexible work options are available; this position may be able to work up to one (1) day at home per week subject to an approved telework agreement.
A Criminal Record Review Act Check (CRRA) and Enhanced Security Screening will be required.
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.

We are committed to ensuring that reasonable accommodations are available throughout the hiring process, including the assessment and selection stages. Please email the individual or contact listed on the posting if you require an accommodation to fully participate in the hiring process.

The Indigenous Applicant Advisory Service is available to Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Inuit or Métis) applicants originating from the land now known as Canada, seeking work or already employed in the BC Public Service. Indigenous applicants can contact this service for personalized guidance on the BC Public Service hiring process including job applications and interviews.

How to Apply:
Your resume and/or cover letter must clearly show that you meet the education and experience requirements. Highlight the required qualifications and support them with specific examples, such as your responsibilities, projects you've worked on, or accomplishments. Find more information on the recruitment process, including helpful tips and videos about the application process, visit the Your Job Application page of MyHR.

Cover Letter: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process.  Also include any other relevant information that demonstrates how you meet the job requirements and preferences for the position.

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.

Applicants who are selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on their knowledge, skills, abilities, competencies and other position related requirements as outlined in the Job Profile at the bottom of the posting. Applications will be accepted until 11:00 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. If you are experiencing technical difficulty applying, visit the Technical Assistance page of MyHR.