Assistant Deputy Director, Programs

The Opportunity

The Ministry of Community Safety is seeking a confident and positive role model to manage the overall operations of a unit within the Saskatoon Correctional Center. As one of the key members of the Correction Division’s management team, the Assistant Deputy Director of Programs provides leadership and direction in program development and delivery; security management; and human resources.

The successful candidate will directly supervise 15 to 20 employees, and manage a work unit through the application of Community Safety Planning and Core Correctional Practices

To be considered for this position, you will have knowledge of The Correctional Services Act and Regulations, correctional policies, procedures and programs, criminogenic factors and offender case management principles, and human behavior, interpersonal communication and counselling methodologies within an institutional corrections environment.

Typically, the knowledge and experience required for this position would be obtained through a degree in the social sciences or equivalent and supervisory experience in an institutional corrections environment. As the Assistant Deputy Director of Programs, you will have the demonstrated ability to be honest and reliable; treat everyone with dignity and respect; be committed to the pursuit of excellence; exhibit leadership and professionalism; embrace diversity and equality; and be responsible and accountable

Ensures delivery and evaluation of correctional programs in a multi-level correctional facility.

Provides strategic leadership and direct supervision to supervisors, youth workers and program specialists.

Liaises with other ministries, civic and federal agencies and community groups to establish coordination of program delivery and application of justice activities.

Provides support in the daily management of the centre.

Job Capabilities

In this leadership and supervisory role, we are seeking someone who:

Holds themselves and others accountable for delivering on work expectations.

Demonstrates innovation and supports their team to identify, iterate, and implement new solutions.

Brings people together in a collaborative manner and builds relationships that deliver desired outcomes.

Is inclusive, promotes, supports, and enables belonging, encourages diversity, and values all contributions.

Is adaptable, anticipates the impact of change, models agility, and supports their team through ambiguity.

Is outcomes-focused, enables their team to meet or exceed established goals, and balances longer term objectives with tactical execution.

Technical Knowledge and Skills

Knowledge of the principals, standards, practices, jurisprudence and trends in the criminal justice system, corrections and institutional operations;

Knowledge of correctional theories, practices and interventions for addressing the criminogenic and special needs of offenders;

Knowledge of financial management principles and practices;

Experience with human resource management practices including supervision, coaching, performance management, labour relations and recruitment strategies to support and sustain a diverse workforce; and

Knowledge of multi-cultural beliefs, values and perspectives particularly for Métis and First Nations people

Job Skills

Communication (Level C)

Critical Thinking (Level C)

Digital Skills (Level C)

Interacting with Others (Level C)

Navigating Ambiguity (Level C)

Managing Self (Level C)

Health, Safety and Wellness (Level C)

Data Literacy (Level C)

Influence (Level C)

Political and Organizational Awareness (Level C)

Managing Organizational Resources (Level C)

Managing Talent (Level C)

Learn more about the Government of Saskatchewan’s Capabilities and Skills Framework here.

What We Offer

Dynamic and challenging work

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package including pension

Vacation, scheduled days off, and other types of leave

Inclusive work environments

Career growth, development, and advancement opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Our Commitment to Excellence

The Government of Saskatchewan upholds deep-rooted values of Respect and Integrity, Serving Citizens, Excellence and Innovation, and Acting as One Team.