National Occupational Classification, TEER 1
NOC 41311: Probation and parole officers
Probation officers monitor the conduct and behaviour of criminal offenders serving probation terms and serving sentences of two years less a day. Below are the main duties, all 6 job titles it covers, what it means for Express Entry and what it pays in each province.
Updated
- Official NOC 2021 data
- Job Bank wages
What is NOC 41311?
NOC 41311 is the code for probation and parole officers in the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021. Job titles in this group include parole officer and probation officer. It is a TEER 1 occupation (usually a university degree), so it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. The Job Bank median wage across Canada is $40.35 an hour.
- NOC code
- 41311
- TEER
- 1: University degree
- Broad category
- Occupations in education, law and social, community and government services
- Express Entry
- Skilled (TEER 0 to 3)
- Category draws
- None
- Median wage
- $40.35 an hour
Job titles under NOC 41311
Probation officers monitor the conduct and behaviour of criminal offenders serving probation terms and serving sentences of two years less a day. They are employed by provincial governments. Parole officers monitor the reintegration of criminal offenders serving the remainder of sentences on conditional release and individuals that are subject to a long-term supervision order. They also assess inmates and develop rehabilitation programs for criminal offenders who are incarcerated in correctional facilities. They are employed by federal and provincial governments. Both probation and parole officers work in the community and in correctional facilities including young offender's correctional facilities.
Main job titles
- parole officer
- probation officer
All 6 job titles in the NOC index
classification counsellor - corrections, clemency officer - corrections, parole officer, parole supervisor, probation and parole officer, probation officer.
Main duties of NOC 41311
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
- Interview inmates to assess adjustment problems and develop suitable rehabilitation programs
- Prepare reports for the recommendation of security level, penitentiary placement, type of incarceration and types of interventions considered most beneficial for the rehabilitation of the inmates
- Interview offenders, police, family, friends, school authorities and employers to prepare pre-sentence reports and assess offenders' prospects for successful reintegration into the community
- Plan rehabilitation programs with inmates, establishing rules of conduct, goals and objectives
- Refer inmates and offenders to community and social service programs, as required
- Supervise the terms of a probation order and attend court
- Interview probationers and parolees regularly to evaluate their progress in accomplishing goals and maintaining the terms specified in their probation contracts and rehabilitation plans
- Recommend remedial action or initiate court action when terms of probation or parole are violated
- Attend court proceedings to provide expert testimony on an inmate's case as well as detention and dangerous offenders status court rulings
- May perform administrative duties and supervise support staff
- May participate in policy development.
Employment requirements
- A bachelor's degree in social work, criminology, psychology, sociology or other related social science discipline is required.
- A master's degree in social work, criminology, psychology or other related social science discipline may be required.
Additional information
- Progression to correctional service management positions is possible with additional training or experience.
Is NOC 41311 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes for the programs that need skilled work: TEER 1 is in the TEER 0 to 3 range IRCC accepts.
| Program or draw | NOC 41311 |
|---|---|
| Federal Skilled Worker Program | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Canadian Experience Class | Counts as skilled work (TEER 0 to 3) |
| Federal Skilled Trades Program | Not a listed trade |
| Occupation category draws (2026) | Not on any occupation list |
| French-language proficiency (category draw) | Open to any occupation with NCLC 7 in French |
Read how TEER categories work and the full list of NOC codes in each 2026 category draw. Category draws also need at least 12 months of full-time work (or the same amount part-time) in one listed occupation within the past 3 years.
How much does NOC 41311 pay?
Job Bank wages for this occupation, per hour. Low and high are, in most cases, the 10th and 90th percentiles, so 8 in 10 workers earn somewhere between them.
| Area | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada | $30.39 | $40.35 | $56.25 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador | $28.67 | $40.84 | $49.38 |
| Nova Scotia | $28.67 | $40.84 | $49.38 |
| New Brunswick | $28.67 | $40.00 | $49.38 |
| Quebec | $32.11 | $45.28 | $57.81 |
| Ontario | $31.25 | $38.97 | $48.39 |
| Manitoba | $31.24 | $42.03 | $53.94 |
| Saskatchewan | $29.31 | $39.64 | $51.86 |
| Alberta | $32.59 | $43.62 | $52.46 |
| British Columbia | $36.05 | $43.41 | $49.65 |
| Northwest Territories | $37.64 | $53.51 | $75.90 |
Source: Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025), data from 2023-2024 (Labour Force Survey). Wages for job offers in LMIA and provincial programs are compared with these figures, so check the current numbers on Job Bank before you rely on them.
Using NOC 41311 duties on your resume
Canadian resumes do not list NOC codes. Employers read your job titles, what you did and what came of it. The NOC duties are still a useful checklist: if you did these tasks, say so in your own words and add the numbers that prove it.
For Express Entry, the reference letter from your employer should describe the duties you really performed, in line with this lead statement and most of the main duties, without copying the NOC text word for word. The free reference letter generator checks your duties against NOC 41311 as you write.
- Start each bullet with a strong verb and end it with a result: how many, how often, how fast.
- Use the job title your employer used, even if the NOC title is different.
- Keep immigration details such as your NOC code and permit type off the resume.
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Where this information comes from
Occupation codes, titles and descriptions are adapted from Statistics Canada, National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 Version 1.0. This does not constitute an endorsement by Statistics Canada of this product.
Wages come from Job Bank, Employment and Social Development Canada (Job Bank 2025 wages, revised November 19, 2025). Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada.
Express Entry rules come from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC): the program pages for the Federal Skilled Worker Program, the Canadian Experience Class and the Federal Skilled Trades Program, and the category-based selection page as modified on June 22, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What is the NOC code for a parole officer?
NOC 41311, Probation and parole officers, a TEER 1 occupation in NOC 2021.
What TEER is NOC 41311?
TEER 1. Usually a university degree. The TEER is the second digit of the code. See all TEER categories.
Is NOC 41311 eligible for Express Entry?
Yes. As a TEER 1 occupation it counts as skilled work for the Federal Skilled Worker Program and the Canadian Experience Class. You still have to meet every other requirement, and your duties must match the NOC description.
Is NOC 41311 in an Express Entry category-based draw?
No. It is not on any 2026 occupation list. The French-language proficiency category is open to any occupation if you reach NCLC 7 in French. See every category.
How much does NOC 41311 pay in Canada?
The Job Bank median across Canada is $40.35 an hour, with most wages between $30.39 and $56.25. Pay varies by province: see the table above.
Where is the official description?
On the Statistics Canada and ESDC NOC site: search 41311 in NOC 2021 Version 1.0. This page shows the same text, from the open data Statistics Canada publishes.
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