Lead Prison Officer – Corrections & Security

Department of Justice and Community Safety; Australia; On-site; AUD 86,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Job summary

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria seeks a Senior Prison Officer to lead custodial teams at Barwon Prison, mentoring officers and managing day-to-day operations and offender case management.

The role requires demonstrated leadership in a correctional environment, collaboration with staff and service providers, knowledge of relevant legislation, and computer literacy with MS Office. Pre-employment checks apply.

Qualifications

• Leadership in a correctional environment and team coaching.
• Commitment to staff, prisoners and service providers in a whole-of-Justice approach.
• Experience in Correctional Delivery or statutory environment and offender case management.
• Knowledge of legislation, policy and procedures for Corrections Victoria.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Windows and MS Office software.

Responsibilities

• Lead and sustain a positive workforce culture built on values and professional development.
• Lead by example and uphold DJCS values in daily interactions.
• Maintain a safe workplace and act on any bullying or harassment concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Communication

Correctional delivery experience

Policy knowledge

MS Office

Education

Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial)

Certificate IV Training and Assessment

Victorian Driver’s Licence

Tools

MS Office

Job description

The Department of Justice and Community Safety in Victoria seeks a Senior Prison Officer to lead custodial teams at Barwon Prison, mentoring officers and managing day-to-day operations and offender case management.

The role requires demonstrated leadership in a correctional environment, collaboration with staff and service providers, knowledge of relevant legislation, and computer literacy with MS Office. Pre-employment checks apply.