Admissions/Discharge and Escort Officer
Job Summary
Department Information
The mandate of the Department of Justice is to administer justice, including policing, community justice, victims services and corrections in the Northwest Territories. This mandate will be carried out in a manner which respects community and indigenous values and encourages communities to assume increasing responsibilities.
Job Information
Reporting to the Territorial Sentence Administrator, as the Admissions/Discharge & Escort Officer, you will work on a rotating schedule and play a key role in the safe and secure operation of the facility. You will manage the admission and discharge of people in custody, complete internal and external escorts, supervise incarcerated individuals, and ensure the secure handling of personal effects.
As part of the facility operations team, you maintain custody and supervision practices in accordance with NWT Corrections Division standards, supporting safe custody, rehabilitation, and reintegration. You will also help orient, train, and mentor new employees and may act as the Territorial Sentence Administrator when required.
This position functions under legislation including the Criminal Code, Charter of Rights and Freedoms, Youth Criminal Justice Act, Prisons and Reformatories Act, Corrections Act, and all relevant regulations and policies. While on duty, you are designated as a Peace Officer.
Key Responsibilities:
- Complete the admission and discharge process for 40-50 individuals per week.
- Conduct internal and external escorts for persons in custody, contractors, and visitors.
- Supervise up to 48 individuals in custody as required.
- Maintain health, safety, and security throughout the complex.
- Provide secure and accurate storage of personal effects.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant policies, procedures, and legislative requirements.
- Support a safe, respectful environment for staff, the public, and persons in custody.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Ability to remain calm and act appropriately in crisis or high-stress situations.
- Understanding of human behaviour, mental health, and challenges faced by persons in custody.
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of corrections policies, procedures, and practical correctional techniques.
- Ability to interpret court documents (e.g., warrants, remand orders, fine defaults).
- Commitment to diversity, inclusion, cultural awareness, and trauma-informed practice.
- Knowledge of admissions and discharge processes in a correctional environment.
Key Qualifications:
- Grade 12 Diploma (or CAEC) and successful completion of the NWT Corrections Northern Recruitment Training Program.
- Class 4 Driver's Licence (required at verbal offer).
- First Aid Certification (required at verbal offer).
GNWT Inquiries
Inquiries Only:
Department of Finance
Government of the Northwest Territories
YELLOWKNIFE CENTRE 5TH FLOOR
BOX 1320 YELLOWKNIFE NT X1A 2L9
Tel (867) 767-9154 Extension 14106
Fax (867) 873-0445
jobsyk@gov.nt.ca
Note: If you do not receive electronic notification confirming receipt of your application, please follow up via telephone.
More Information
Indigenous Employment Policy
Candidates must clearly identify their eligibility in order to receive priority consideration under the Indigenous Employment Policy.
Criminal Records Check
Candidates must provide a satisfactory vulnerable sector check. Failure to provide a satisfactory check may deem you disqualified from the competition.
Driver's License Requirement
A mandatory requirement for this position is a valid Class 4 Driver's License.
Diversity and Inclusion
The Government of the Northwest Territories is an inclusive workplace. If you have a disability and you require support during the hiring process, you are encouraged to identify your needs if you are contacted for an assignment or interview so that you may be accommodated during the hiring process.
Eligibility
Eligibility lists may be created from this competition to fill future term and indeterminate positions.
Equivalencies
Equivalencies may be considered based on a one-year of directly related experience equivalent to one year of education or one year of education for one year of experience. However, combinations of education and experience must often be considered on a case-by-case basis. For a full list of equivalencies that will be considered for this role, please contact human resources.
Job Opening Information
Job Opening ID # 27486
Closing Date: February 13, 2026 - 23:59, Mountain Time
Salary Information
The salary range for this position is from $45.34 per hour to $54.15 per hour (approximately $88,413 - $105,593) plus an annual Northern Allowance of $3,700.
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