Correctional Officer: Safeguard Security & Inmate Wellbeing

Department of Communities and Justice; Mannus; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a candidate for a role focused on security operations. You will perform daily accountability routines, muster, head checks and vigilant observation of offenders to maintain safety.

You will conduct searches to remove contraband and to monitor offenders, and you will handle inmates' service requests as needed. A current valid driver's licence is required. This is a hands-on role in a high-security environment with strict compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Current valid Drivers Licence.
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Responsibilities

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• Perform daily accountability routines including muster, head checks, ongoing observation of offenders.
• Conduct searches and other detection activities to find and remove contraband from the facility or court complex, and to monitor offenders, boosting security and safety for everyone.
• Manage inmates' requests for services or elevate them on if needed.

Job description

Department of Communities and Justice is seeking a candidate for a role focused on security operations. You will perform daily accountability routines, muster, head checks and vigilant observation of offenders to maintain safety.

You will conduct searches to remove contraband and to monitor offenders, and you will handle inmates' service requests as needed. A current valid driver's licence is required. This is a hands-on role in a high-security environment with strict compliance requirements.