Correctional Officer: 12-Week Training + Cert III

NSW Department of Communities and Justice; Dubbo; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12-week training

Uniform allowance

Environment allowance

Employer superannuation 13%

Penalty rates for eligible shifts

Job summary

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is recruiting Correctional Officers for roles across correctional facilities. You will supervise inmates, perform headcounts, searches and monitor movements in secure environments, contributing to community safety.

The position requires 18+, a Provisional P1 licence, Australian or NZ citizenship or PR, and completion of Certificate III in Correctional Practice; medical fitness is required. Closing date 31/12/2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years old
• Hold a current Provisional P1 Drivers Licence
• Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Willing to complete Certificate III in Correctional Practice
• Meet medical standards and fitness
• Provide details of visible body art or modifications beyond collar

Responsibilities

• Supervise and manage inmates in secured environments
• Conduct headcounts and searches
• Monitor movements and security within facilities
• Assist in running work and other programs
• Respond to incidents with calm, clear decision making

Skills

Security

Healthcare

Retail

Mining

Farming

Hospitality

Trades

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practice

Job description

NSW Department of Communities and Justice is recruiting Correctional Officers for roles across correctional facilities. You will supervise inmates, perform headcounts, searches and monitor movements in secure environments, contributing to community safety.

The position requires 18+, a Provisional P1 licence, Australian or NZ citizenship or PR, and completion of Certificate III in Correctional Practice; medical fitness is required. Closing date 31/12/2026.