Job prospects Correctional Officer in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region

We were not able to determine labour market conditions for Correctional service officers in the Saint John–St. Stephen Region over the past few years (2021-2023) because of low employment levels in this occupation.

Source Labour Market Information | Recent Trends Methodology

The employment outlook will be moderate for Correctional service officers (NOC 43201) in the Saint John - St. Stephen region for the 2024-2026 period.

The following factors contributed to this outlook:

• Employment decline will lead to the loss of some positions.
• A moderate number of positions will become available due to retirements.
• There are a small number of unemployed workers with recent experience in this occupation.

• Correctional service officers are employed by various levels of government.
• Successful completion of post-secondary education relating to corrections, law enforcement, criminology, policing, or a related field may be required.
• In order to be employed by federal institutions, candidates must successfully complete the Correctional Service of Canada training course.
• Candidates are usually expected to meet certain physical requirements (agility, strength, fitness, etc.).
• Employers require candidates who are first aid certified and who have completed CPR training.
• A valid driver's license may be required.
• Opportunities will also be greater for those who are fluent in both official languages of New Brunswick.

Here are some key facts about Correctional service officers in the Saint John - St. Stephen region:

• Approximately 60 people worked in this occupation in May 2021.
• Correctional service officers mainly work in the following sectors:
  • Provincial and territorial public administration (NAICS 912): 86%
  • Federal government public administration (NAICS 911): 14%

Source Labour Market Information | Prospects Methodology