NOC 40030: Managers in social, community and correctional services
Managers in social, community and correctional services plan, organize, direct, control and evaluate the programs and activities of social service and community agencies, correctional institutions, counselling departments, labour organizations, professional associations, political parties and non-governmental organizations.
Official Main Duties for NOC 40030
Select the duties you perform in your actual job. Under IRCC guidelines, you must perform at least 60% of these duties for a successful work permit or PR reference letter.
Your employer reference letter must confirm you performed the main actions described in the duties above. Avoid copying words directly from the NOC description — officers expect natural job descriptions with specific company context.
Canadian Labour Market & PR Pathways for NOC 40030
Under Canada's National Occupational Classification (NOC 2021 Version 1.0), Managers in social, community and correctional services is categorized under TEER 0. Occupations in this tier typically require a university degree (bachelor’s, master’s, or doctorate) or substantial managerial tenure.
Express Entry Alignment
Qualifies directly for the Federal Skilled Worker (FSW) and Canadian Experience Class (CEC) under Express Entry. Work experience must be full-time (or equivalent part-time) and continuous for at least one year.
Target Category Status
Currently evaluated under standard General and CEC invitation rounds, or targeted through provincial in-demand lists such as Ontario (OINP), British Columbia (BC PNP), or Alberta (AAIP).
NOC 2016 to NOC 2021 Transition & Equivalency
Under Canada's previous NOC 2016 classification, this occupation was mapped under the following 4-digit code(s). When preparing your Express Entry profile or work reference letters, you must use the new 5-digit code NOC 40030.
Regional Wages Across Canada
Under Canadian immigration law, an employer hiring you under an LMIA must pay you at least the median wage listed below for your province.
| Province / Territory | Low Wage | Median Wage | High Wage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canada (National Average) | $27 | $43.96/hr | $71.43 |
| Newfoundland and Labrador → | $28/hr | $45.67/hr | $74.52/hr |
| Prince Edward Island → | $23.08/hr | $34.1/hr | $55.71/hr |
| Nova Scotia → | $23.08/hr | $36.54/hr | $53.85/hr |
| New Brunswick → | $21.95/hr | $30/hr | $48.29/hr |
| Quebec → | $27/hr | $40/hr | $72.12/hr |
| Ontario → | $30/hr | $48.08/hr | $75.38/hr |
| Manitoba → | $26/hr | $36.54/hr | $64.1/hr |
| Saskatchewan → | $24/hr | $38.46/hr | $58.17/hr |
| Alberta → | $25/hr | $46.67/hr | $72.58/hr |
| British Columbia → | $26.92/hr | $45.67/hr | $65.93/hr |
| Yukon → | $40/hr | $50.41/hr | $66.59/hr |
| Northwest Territories → | $38.52/hr | $62.7/hr | $79.65/hr |
| Nunavut → | $46.15/hr | $57.69/hr | $91.28/hr |
Employment Requirements
These are the education, training, and certification standards usually required by Canadian employers for this occupation:
- Managers in social, community and correctional services usually require a master's degree in a social science or administrative discipline and Several years of experience in a related occupation, such as a community and social service worker, social or health policy researcher, consultant or program officer, probation or parole officer, or social worker.
- Managers of associations and membership organizations require extensive experience in a related occupation, trade or industry.
Official Job Titles for NOC 40030
81 Titles ListedIf your current job title matches any of these official examples, this NOC code is likely the right choice for your Express Entry reference letter:
Exclusions (Similar Jobs with Different Codes)
Check this list to make sure your actual job is not classified under one of these related codes:
- Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration (See 40010 Government managers - health and social policy development and program administration)View NOC 40010→
- Senior managers - health, education, social and community services and membership organizations (See 00013 Senior managers - health, education, social and community services and membership organizations)View NOC 00013→
Frequently Asked Questions for NOC 40030 (Managers in social, community and correctional services)
Essential answers regarding Express Entry eligibility, LMIA prevailing wage compliance, and official reference letter rules.
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