Selection Criteria

Education

• A degree from a recognized university in one of the disciplines comprising the human sciences (law, criminology, social work, psychology, sociology, etc.) or an acceptable combination of relevant education, job-related training and/or experience.

Experience

• A minimum of 5 years experience in a decision-making environment and/or in the interpretation or application of legislation, government policies or directives.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
• Knowledge of the Corrections and Conditional Release Act and the Criminal Records Act and their interpretation and application related to conditional release; and
• Knowledge of the societal issues impacting on the criminal justice environment including gender, Aboriginal and visible minority issues.

Abilities / Skills

• Excellent analytical skills;
• Ability to interpret Court decisions;
• Ability to quickly synthesize relevant case information;
• Clear, concise and comprehensive writing and spoken communications skills;
• Effective interviewing and decision-making skills;
• Efficiency in managing time and setting priorities;
• Ability to perform in an environment with a heavy workload and tight time constraints and to perform in a stressful environment; and
• Computer skills specifically for word processing purposes would be an asset.

Personal Suitability

• Sound judgement
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Effective and independent work habits as well as an ability to work as a team member
• Discretion in managing highly sensitive information
• Sensitivity to Aboriginal, multiculturalism and gender issues

Language Requirements

• Proficiency in both official languages would be an asset and is desirable in a number of positions.

Working Conditions

• Preference will be given to applicants who reside in the region for which they have applied.
• The chosen candidates will be required to travel extensively outside the immediate area of the regional office to which they have been appointed and be away from home overnight frequently to conduct hearings in federal and provincial institutions.
• A valid driver’s licence is required, or a personal means of transportation to penitentiaries throughout the region, some of which are in rural and remote locations.
• The successful full-time candidates must be willing to relocate to the area of employment or to a location within reasonable commuting distance.
• The successful part-time candidates must be available to work a minimum of 5 to 10 days per month.