At the Department of Justice and Community Safety, we’re looking for people who want to make a difference. People who take pride in their work. People who get things done. People who are committed to making Victoria a safer place.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the community we serve. We’re all about recruiting the best people, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or cultural background. If you think you can do the job and would be a good fit for our department, we’d love to hear from you.
The department is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and recognises that children’s rights need to be respected, their views welcomed and valued, and their concerns taken seriously and acted upon.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit justice.vic.gov.au/careers
We’re proud of the important work we do across Victoria. Want to be part of it?
- Lead a team that helps keep Victorian prisons safe and secure.
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Support prison officers while helping people build better futures.
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Take on real leadership in a fast-paced maximum-security prison.
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Grow your skills through varied work and meaningful responsibility.
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Ongoing, full-time role earning $85,787 - $98,651 per year, plus super.
What you will do
As senior prison officer, you will lead prison officers in a busy custodial setting.
You will help create a safe prison while supporting your team and the people in your care.
You will:
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lead prison officers through daily custodial, security and case management duties
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coordinate prison operations, respond to incidents and maintain prison security
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support people in prison through complex case management and guidance
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coach staff, monitor performance and help build a safe and respectful workplace
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maintain accurate records, prepare reports and act as officer in charge when required.
About you
You must hold a full Victorian driver's licence or at least a P2 driver's licence. You must have completed, or be willing to complete, the Prison Officer Pre-Service Training. A Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) and a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are desirable.
You should also have:
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demonstrated leadership experience in a correctional environment
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strong knowledge of prison operations, legislation, policies and security practices
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sound computer skills, including Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems
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excellent communication, coaching and problem-solving skills with a commitment to safe and inclusive workplaces.
To learn even more about this role, please read the position description.
If you have any further questions, feel free to email Jill Buckley at
[email protected].
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (Aboriginal) people are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
How to apply
Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Child safe statement of commitment
The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work.
