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Parole Supervisor, Probation Supervisor
In Canada, the federal government groups and organizes occupations based on a National Occupational Classification (NOC) system. This alis occupation may not reflect the entire NOC group it is part of. Data for the NOC group can apply across multiple occupations.
The NOC system is updated every 5 years to reflect changes in the labour market. Government forms and labour market data may group and refer to an occupation differently, depending on the system used.
Here is how this occupation has been classified over time.
2006 NOC
2006 NOC-S
2011 NOC
2016 NOC
2021 NOC
2023 OaSIS
Duties vary from one position to another.
Parole officers work for the Government of Canada to manage the conditional release of federal offenders.
They make recommendations about placing individuals in the appropriate federal penitentiary. They work with any individual who receives a sentence of 2 years or more, or a suspension of an original federal sentence. Parole officers:
Parole supervisors work in the private sector. They are contracted to supervise parolees who live in communities and rural areas without Correctional Service of Canada offices.
Probation officers work for the Government of Alberta to supervise a broad range of community correctional programs and services for adults and youth.
They administer Court orders and collaborate with justice partners and community stakeholders. Working through the framework of case management, probation officers support client behavioural change by:
Probation officers facilitate and foster positive behaviours with clients. They:
Parole and probation officers work in offices, courthouses, correctional centres, and police stations. They can also visit clients’ homes and workplaces. They may need to travel to satellite offices.
Parole and probation officers sometimes may work long hours to interview clients and their associates. This might include evenings and weekends.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2006 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Interest in mentoring in order to plan rehabilitation programs with offenders by establishing rules of conduct, goals and objectives; and in referring offenders to community and social service programs
Interest in co-ordinating information to compile case records and in submitting information and recommendations to parole boards; may perform administrative duties
Interest in supervising the terms of probation orders, and in recommending remedial action or initiating court action when probationers or parolees violate the terms of rehabilitation programs; may supervise support staff
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The interest code helps you figure out if you’d like to work in a particular occupation.
It’s based on the Canadian Work Preference Inventory (CWPI), which measures 5 occupational interests: Directive, Innovative, Methodical, Objective, and Social.
Each set of 3 interest codes for this NOC group is listed in order of importance.
A code in capital letters means it’s a strong fit for the occupation.
A code in all lowercase letters means the fit is weaker.
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A Quick Guide
You are born with abilities that help you process certain types of information and turn it into action. These abilities influence which skills you can learn more easily.
The abilities or aptitudes shown for this NOC group come from the General Aptitude Test Battery (GATB). The GATB measures 9 aptitudes. It groups them into 3 categories: mental, visual, and physical.
The abilities scores range from 1 to 5, with 5 being stronger.
Parole and probation officers need:
They should enjoy:
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
This chart shows which job skills are currently in highest demand for this occupational group. It was created using this occupation's 21 most recent Alberta job postings, collected between Mar 03, 2022 and Jul 09, 2025.
Review these skills to learn:
| Construction Specialization: Excellent oral communication | 17 |
|---|---|
| Construction Specialization: Accurate | 17 |
| Security and Safety: Criminal record check | 17 |
| Work Setting: Urban area | 17 |
| Construction Specialization: Judgement | 17 |
| Construction Specialization: Interpersonal awareness | 16 |
| Construction Specialization: Effective interpersonal skills | 16 |
| Construction Specialization: Values and ethics | 16 |
| Attention to detail | 15 |
| Work under pressure | 13 |
Parole officers who work for the Government of Canada must have 1 of the following:
Some parole officers have a master’s degree or equivalent. A 2-year college diploma in a related field plus extensive related work experience may be considered.
Parole supervisors who work in the private sector must have at least a 2-year college diploma in a related field.
Probation officers who work for the Government of Alberta must have 1 of the following:
The following schools offer programs or courses that are related to this occupation but are not required to enter the field.
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Completing a program does not guarantee entrance into an occupation. Before enrolling in an education program, prospective students should look into various sources for education options and employment possibilities. For example, contact associations and employers in this field.
There is currently no provincial legislation regulating this occupation in Alberta.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Parole officers who work directly for the Correctional Service of Canada must complete a 1-year probation. Advancement to section supervisor and area manager positions is based on merit and experience.
Probation officers employed by the Government of Alberta work in community attendance centres. They may advance to senior probation officers who are responsible for administering the province’s Community Corrections Offices. Senior probation officers supervise probation officers and administrative support staff.
The skills and competencies of a probation officer are transferable to other government jobs and opportunities within related fields.
This section shows the industries where the majority of people in this occupation work. The data is based on the 2016 Census.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Probation and parole officers and related occupations
2016 NOC: 4155
96.2% of people in this occupational group work in:
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
This section shows the short-term demand forecasted for this occupation in Alberta over a 3-year period. It also shows the number of people employed in the occupation.
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2024-2026 Alberta Short-Term Employment Forecast
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
To see data for all occupations, visit Occupations in Demand.
This section shows the employment outlook for this occupation in Alberta over a 5-year period.
Employment outlook is influenced by a wide variety of factors including:
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2016 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups.
Source: 2021-2025 Alberta Regional Occupational Demand Outlook
Annual growth is from 2021 to 2025. New positions created each year are in addition to job openings created by employment turnover.
NOC groups often include several related occupations. Although there is labour market data for the larger NOC group, this occupation makes up only a part of that group. It means data for this occupation may be different than the data shown. For examples, see Note.
Employment turnover is expected to increase as members of the baby boom generation retire over the next few years.
Probation officer salaries in the Government of Alberta range from $59,744 to $84,097 (Source: Government of Alberta, 2023 estimates).
In Alberta, this occupation is part of 1 or more 2021 National Occupational Classification (NOC) groups. If there are multiple related NOC groups, select a NOC heading to learn about each one.
Unless otherwise noted, the data shown here is for all industries and all regions in Alberta.
All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production), and other forms of compensation.
To see the full survey data for this NOC group, visit the wage profile.
Other wage sources
To make an informed wage and salary decision, research other wage sources [pdf] to supplement this data.
High Reliability, represents a CV of less than or equal to 6.00% and 30 survey observations and/or represents 50% or more of all estimated employment for the occupation.
| Wages* | Low (5th percentile) | High (95th percentile) | Average | Median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting | $31.69 | $37.80 | $35.25 | $34.50 |
| Overall | $35.54 | $48.91 | $43.53 | $44.61 |
| Top | $40.97 | $50.04 | $45.89 | $44.61 |
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* All wage estimates are hourly except where otherwise indicated. Wages and salaries do not include overtime hours, tips, benefits, profit shares, bonuses (unrelated to production) and other forms of compensation.
Pay brackets for hourly wages
| ALL INDUSTRIES | $82,283 |
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| Public Administration | $82,283 |
Correctional Service of Canada website: www.csc-scc.gc.ca
Government of Alberta, Public Safety and Emergency Services website: www.alberta.ca/public-safety-and-emergency-services.aspx
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Updated Mar 23, 2023. The information contained in this profile is current as of the dates shown. Salary, employment outlook, and educational program information may change without notice. It is advised that you confirm this information before making any career decisions.
