Casual Correctional Officer – Metro Courts | Flexible Hours

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Penrith; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice – Emu Plains NSW is seeking dedicated Correctional Officers. You will supervise inmates, conduct searches, and uphold safety across correctional facilities and court cells in New South Wales.

The role involves daily accountability routines, managing offender needs, and supervising activities with fairness and safe practice. Join a supportive team environment with varied shifts, contributing to community safety and offender rehabilitation while pursuing

Qualifications

• Age 18 or older.
• Current driver’s licence - P1 or above.
• Australian citizenship, NZ citizen or permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Carry out daily tasks and duties in line with legislation and departmental policies to ensure inmate safety, well-being, security and rehabilitation.
• Perform muster, head checks and ongoing observation of offenders.
• Conduct searches to detect contraband and monitor offenders to boost facility safety.
• Manage inmates’ requests for services and escalate when necessary.
• Supervise offender activities in work, living, or approved zones ensuring fairness and safe practices.

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practise

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice – Emu Plains NSW is seeking dedicated Correctional Officers. You will supervise inmates, conduct searches, and uphold safety across correctional facilities and court cells in New South Wales.

The role involves daily accountability routines, managing offender needs, and supervising activities with fairness and safe practice. Join a supportive team environment with varied shifts, contributing to community safety and offender rehabilitation while pursuing