Probation Services Officer — Drive Rehabilitation & Safer Communities

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AO4 salary + 12.75% employer superannu

Flexible leave options

Annual leave loading

Remote Area Incentive Scheme benefits

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Probation Services Officer to support community corrections across rural, regional and metropolitan areas. You will promote rehabilitation, manage sensitive information, and engage stakeholders to deliver community-based orders.

The role requires strong communication, privacy compliance, and the ability to work independently or in teams. Training for Certificate IV in Correctional Practice will be provided where needed.

Qualifications

• Formal qualifications aren’t mandatory, but related studies are valued.
• Certificate IV in Correctional Practice must be completed (12 months initial activities, 18 months total).
• A current C class driver’s licence is required.

Responsibilities

• Support rehabilitation and community safety across Queensland communities.
• Engage diverse stakeholders to enable service delivery and orders.
• Promote pro-social behaviours and coach offenders toward positive outcomes.

Skills

Task management

Stakeholder engagement

Privacy & legislative compliance

Communication & difficult discussions

Negotiation & conflict resolution

Education

Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community)

Tertiary qualifications in human services

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking a Probation Services Officer to support community corrections across rural, regional and metropolitan areas. You will promote rehabilitation, manage sensitive information, and engage stakeholders to deliver community-based orders.

The role requires strong communication, privacy compliance, and the ability to work independently or in teams. Training for Certificate IV in Correctional Practice will be provided where needed.