Correctional Peace Officer 1 (CPO) - Wage

Job Information Job Title: Correctional Peace Officer 1 (CPO) - Wage

Job Requisition ID: 86610

Ministry: Public Safety and Emergency Services

Location: Edmonton

Full or Part-Time: Wage (On-Call/Casual)

Hours of Work: Varying hours per week (No guarantee of hours, as shifts will be assigned based on operational needs)

Permanent/Temporary/Wage: Wage

Scope: Open Competition

Closing Date: August 12, 2026

Classification: Correctional Peace Officer 1

Salary: $30.47 per hour to $37.65 per hour The Public Safety and Emergency Services is responsible for all provincial correctional and remand centers, young offender programs and community corrections across the province. To learn more about what our ministry is all about, follow the link at .

In Alberta, the Correctional Services division oversees youth who are serving a sentence in a youth custody facility and sentenced to community sentences.

The division also works with other areas of government to provide programs to support youths’ personal development including:

  • education
  • mental and physical health
  • addictions treatment
  • housing
Youth in corrections are between the ages of 12 and 17 who have been accused or found guilty of breaking the law. While a youth is serving their sentence, they are provided with programs and support to help promote positive behavior change and reintegration into the community. For more information on Youth in Corrections please visit: Role Responsibilities Do you believe in creating an environment of respect and integrity, being accountable for your actions, and contributing to the excellence of the public service? Then look no further!

The Edmonton Youth Attendance Centre is seeking motivated, community-minded Correctional Peace Officers who are passionate about working directly with youth in a dynamic, supportive, and fast-paced environment.

Unlike traditional correctional settings, this unique role provides the opportunity to build positive relationships with young people while promoting accountability, skill development, and community safety.

As a Correctional Peace Officer at the Edmonton Youth Attendance Centre, you will:

  • Supervise and support youth participating in court-ordered community programs.
  • Conduct curfew compliance checks in the community.
  • Supervise youth completing community work service placements.
  • Support educational and recreational programming designed to promote positive change.
  • Work collaboratively with probation officers and community partners.
  • Encourage accountability, healthy decision-making, and pro-social behaviour while maintaining a safe environment.
What makes this role unique?
  • Community-based work with youth rather than a traditional custodial environment.
  • A team-oriented workplace where no two days are the same.
  • Meaningful opportunities to mentor and positively influence young people.
  • A fast-paced, engaging role that combines community supervision, programming, and relationship building.
  • The opportunity to be part of a multidisciplinary team committed to helping youth succeed.
If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a collaborative environment, and are looking for a rewarding career where you can make a real difference in your community, we encourage you to apply. Interested candidates must be available for a variety of shifts, including days and afternoons (ending at midnight), as well as weekends and holidays.

To learn more about what a career as a Correctional Peace Officer entail, please visit:

Please click on this LINK to view the job description for this position.

APS Competencies Competencies are behaviors that are essential to reach our goals in serving Albertans. We encourage you to have an in depth understanding of the competencies that are required for this opportunity and to be prepared to demonstrate them during the recruitment process.

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