Case Review Officer

Update: We would like to inform you that the process is extended until March 31, 2022.

Important messages

We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the Contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

Assessment accommodation

Duties

We are currently looking for dynamic and motivated individuals to fill the position of Case Review Officer (AS-02) in the Ontario/Nunavut Region office in Kingston, Ontario. This position plays a key role in ensuring that all available, relevant information is on file for decision-makers and that timeframes and other requirements set out in law and policy are met with respect to Parole Board decisions. This position requires strong oral and communication skills to prepare correspondence, respond to telephone inquiries and provide advice and guidance to decision-makers. Case Review Officers spend the majority of their time reading offender files to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Work environment

The Parole Board of Canada (PBC) contributes to public safety with its core responsibility for the controlled, timed and gradual release of offenders back into society. The skills and talents of our staff are central to this work. Our staff prides themselves in their work and accomplishments making the PBC an employer of choice as we strive to support the Government of Canada's goal of a safe and secure Canada.

Intent of the process

This is an anticipatory process to established a pool of qualified candidates to staff positions of various tenures and locations within the Parole Board of Canada.

Positions to be filled: Number to be determined

Information you must provide

Your résumé.

In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications)

EDUCATION
A secondary school diploma.

Degree equivalency

EXPERIENCE
E1: Experience in providing advice and guidance to management or clients on the interpretation and analysis of a legislation, regulation or a policy framework.

E2: Experience in gathering and analyzing information.

E3: Experience in the quality control of documents, ensuring correctness and completeness as per policies and other formal requirements.

The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job)

English essential

Information on language requirements

ABILITIES
A1: Ability to communicate effectively verbally.
A2: Ability to communicate effectively in writing.
A3: Ability to identify and analyze information to formulate advice or recommendations.
A4: Ability to establish priorities and meet deadlines.

PERSONAL SUITABILITIES
PS1: Thinking things through
PS2: Attention to detail
PS3: Working effectively with others
PS4: Showing initiative and being actionoriented

The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job)

Assets Qualifications

Education (asset)
AE1: Diploma or degree from a recognized postsecondary institution with an acceptable specialization in criminology, psychology or in a field relevant to the position.

Degree equivalency

Experience (asset)
AEX1: Experience using the Offender Management System or the Integrated Decision System.

AEX2: Experience working in the criminal justice system.

ORGANIZATIONAL NEEDS
Employment Equity may be used to address demonstrated under-representation of designated groups (Women, Visible Minorities, Persons with disabilities and persons of Indigenous descent).

OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
This position requires daily exposure to disturbing and offensive information; consequently, the appointed person must be capable of performing the duties in an objective manner when exposed to such information.

Conditions of employment

Reliability Status security clearance - Vaccination: All employees of the core public administration are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and attest to their vaccination status unless accommodated based on a medical contraindication, religion, or another prohibited ground for discrimination as defined under the Canadian Human Rights Act.

Other information

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the Canadians we serve. We promote employment equity and encourage you to indicate if you belong to one of the designated groups when you apply.

Information on employment equity

Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language(s) of their choice.

All information obtained throughout the selection process, from the time of application to close of process, may be used to evaluate the candidates.

Preference

Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Information on the preference to veterans

We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.