Captain, Correctional Facility in Burnside

Competition #: 50246

Department: Justice

Location: BURNSIDE

Type of Employment: Term

Union Status: Exclusion - Non Union - NSPG

Closing Date: 04-Nov-26 (Applications are accepted until 11:59 PM Atlantic Time)

Restricted Competition: Due to the nature of the duties associated with this position, including responsibilities involving female persons in custody, being female is a bona fide occupational requirement of the position. Therefore, only applicants who meet this requirement will be considered.

About Us: The Correctional Services division of the Department of Justice is responsible for the administration and operation of community and custody-based programs and services for adults and young persons. Within the Correctional Services core business area there are two programs: community corrections & correctional facilities.

As the Captain, you are responsible for supervising Correctional Workers/Officer and ensuring the custody, care and control of individuals in custody. Your responsibilities include:

• Regular security and maintenance inspections of the facility to ensure that proper cleanliness and security standards are being maintained.
• Development and evaluation of subordinate staff, including implementing necessary correction and developmental action, attendance management, shift scheduling, participation in the recruitment process and correctional programming.
• Conducting special projects, investigations and fine calculations, working regularly with Correctional Services policies and procedures, standing orders, and directives.

Primary Accountabilities:

• Maintain the administration and operation of a provincial correctional facility including the safety of individuals in custody, staff and the public.
• Maintain the daily facility schedule and ensure these are delivered consistent with schedules (i.e. cleaning, group program activities, etc.).
• Manage the admission and discharge of individuals in custody ensuring the validity of warrants produced.
• Ensure the effective management of human and financial resources.
• Assign and delegate work assignments, workloads and directives as well as participate in the recruitment, selection, placement and retention of staff.
• Chair of the Unit Review Boards for transfers of individuals in custody in accordance with the Corrections Act and Policy and Procedures.
• Investigate and gather information linked to disciplinary levels for the Provincial Adjudicator.
• Participate in the Institutional Review Board for participation of individuals in custody in programs and Temporary Leaves of Absence in the community.
• Supervise the operation of mechanical and electrical systems.

Qualifications and Experience:

You will have a High school diploma, completion of a Correctional Officer certificate program and several years of experience as a Correctional Officer or Corrections Youth Worker. You will have previous supervisory experience and a university degree from a recognized institution. An acceptable equivalent combination of education, training and experience in other areas of Corrections, Criminal Justice, Policing, or Court Services may be considered.

During the interview, you as the successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge and understanding of currently accepted correctional strategies and philosophies all in the aspects of correctional facility operations. You understand custody management, crisis management and prevention, safety and security, administrative routines and allocation of human and material resources. You will also have effective communication and interpersonal skills with strong leadership abilities to support the development of rapport with institutional staff and individuals in custody. Sound decision-making and problem-solving abilities are also a requirement.

The Government of Nova Scotia has adopted the LEADS Leadership Framework. During the interview, candidates will be expected to express how they have demonstrated the key behaviours and capabilities required to effectively lead in a caring and inclusive environment.

Working Conditions:

• This is a 24-hour operation and a tobacco/drug free environment, must be available to work any and all shifts in a 24/7 operation.
• Approximately 95% of your time is spent inside the facility consisting of physical rounds, interviewing, conducting meetings, planning, or overseeing operations including team interventions.
• Responsible for considerable contact with individuals in custody and there is a need to be constantly alert during those interactions.
• Under constant pressure to meet deadlines, make decisions, frequently must deal with members of the public, staff and individuals in custody.

Additional Information:

This is a term employment opportunity with anticipated end date of October 31, 2027.

What We Offer:

• Career Development where you have access to career guidance, tools, resources, and ongoing training for every stage of your career.
• Engaging workplace. Our Employees feel valued, respected, connected, and tuned in.
• A dynamic, client-focused office environment where service excellence and teamwork are our focus.

Pay Grade: EC 10

Salary Range: $3,247.28- $4,059.12 Bi-Weekly

Employment Equity Statement: Our goal is to be a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the citizens we serve. The Government of Nova Scotia has an Employment Equity Policy, and we welcome applications from Indigenous People, African Nova Scotians, Persons of African Descent, Racialized Persons, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQIA+ Persons and Women in occupations or positions where they are under-represented.

Accommodation Statement: We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Candidates may request accommodations based on any grounds protected by the Human Rights Act.