Summary
Description
The Team
The Corrections Branch plays a vital role in the criminal justice system, focusing on community protection through effective offender management and rehabilitation. We lead community work service programs and support offenders in making meaningful changes to their behavior and attitudes. As part of the Adult Custody division—one of four within the Corrections Branch—we are responsible for the care and supervision of approximately 2,800 male and female inmates across 10 correctional centers in British Columbia. Join our team in ensuring the safety, security, and rehabilitation of those in our care.
The Role
As an Assistant Deputy Warden, you’ll be at the forefront of executing the vision of the Adult Custody division. This leadership role offers the opportunity to shape impactful partnerships with justice partners, non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, and other external agencies. Your work will play a crucial role in enhancing public safety and upholding the community’s confidence in BC Corrections.
As a key member of the center’s leadership team, the Assistant Deputy Warden plays a pivotal role in maintaining the safety and security of the facility. You’ll have the authority to authorize the use of force when necessary and implement life-saving strategies during emergencies. Serving as the second in command in the absence of the Deputy Warden, you’ll be integral to the center’s operations and decision-making processes.
At present there are six (6) ADW roles which incumbents rotate through:
1) Adult Custody divisional headquarters;
2) Sentence Management;
3) Staffing;
4) Standards;
5) Regulations; and
6) Programs.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience Requirements
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Grade 12 or equivalent.
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Two (2) years’ experience leading people in a large, complex, safety sensitive and dynamic work environment; or four (4) 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 experience, but may not be limited to:
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Three (3) years’ experience gained working in a leadership position within a government environment with two (2) years of related experience; OR,
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Three (3) years of other related experience with a related post-secondary education degree/diploma.
Related experience is, but may not be limited to:
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Experience with operational environments, development and/or implementation of strategic plans, projects and/or initiatives, and program analysis.
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Experience in leading teams and committees involving other stakeholders.
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Experience with human resources supervision and knowledge of labour relations in unionized work environment.
Preference may be given to a candidate who has the following education/experience:
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Post-secondary related degree or diploma consisting of one or more subject matter areas of study: criminology, business, criminal justice/legal, behavioural science, or related discipline.
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Working in a correctional environment with both remanded and sentenced populations.
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Working for, or cooperatively with, corrections allied partners/agencies, including health, sheriffs, crown/legal counsel, police, indigenous organizations/leaders, and community corrections.
For questions regarding this position, please contact Bojan.Grbavac@gov.bc.ca.
About this Position:
This position has full time on-site requirements.
An eligibility list may be established to fill both current and/or future permanent vacancies.
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.
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.
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 Canadian Indigenous (First Nations [status or non-status], Métis, or Inuit) applicants. 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 application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the job requirements listed above. 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.
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 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.
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