Correctional Officer Class 1 ($76,998 - $90,833) | PN13281, Several

Job Description

AMC Trainee Correctional Officer (automatically converted to a Correctional Officer Grade 1 upon successful completion of training)Full-time Permanent Do you have what it takes to be a Correctional Officer? Do you have life experience and an interest in community safety? Do you like working in a team and have exceptional communication skills? Are you resilient when faced with challenging situations and environments? Do you have the maturity to be assertive whilst remaining level-headed, non-judgemental, fair and respectful? If so, this may be the role for you! ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) are seeking suitable applicants to fill several Correctional Officer positions within the Alexander Maconochie Centre (AMC). Successful applicants will be required to complete a 12-week (60 working day) Correctional Recruit Training (CRT) course in the first instance and will receive a training salary of $62,882 per annum (+ superannuation) for this period. The CRT will provide you with all the relevant training to be a competent and accomplished Correctional Officer. This includes everything from legislation and policies, to report writing and dealing with challenging behaviours. Following the successful completion of the CRT training, you will automatically become a Correctional Officer Grade 1 earning a salary range between $76,998 and $90,833 per annum, plus superannuation and the potential for allowances. You will also be supported to complete a fully funded, nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice. The AMC operates 24/7 and staff are required to work rostered shifts. Eligibility/Other Requirements: Relevant custodial experience or Certificate III in Correctional Practice are essential. If Certificate III in Correctional Practice is not held it must be attained within 12 months of completion of Custodial Recruit Training. Current unrestricted full Driver’s licence ‘Class C’ is essential. Senior First Aid Certificate is essential.(To be obtained during Custodial Recruit Training). This position requires the following pre-employment testing: - Psychological testing,- Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital testing,- Medical and Functional/Fitness testing This position requires Working with Vulnerable People registration. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a National Police Check. To be eligible for permanent or temporary employment within the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or hold a valid work visa. If an officer no longer holds a visa that permits them to work in Australia, their employment with the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) will be terminated. How to Apply: To apply for this exciting opportunity, tell us in a one-page pitch, why your life experience, skills and/or knowledge would make you perfect for this role. In addition, you must submit the following: Updated curriculum vitae with contact details of at least two referees, one of which should ideally be a current or immediate past supervisor. Candidates who are self-employed may use two customers to whom they have provided a service in the last 18 months. A copy of your current Driver’s Licence; and Applications that do not provide your pitchPLUS all three documents listed above may not be considered by ACTCS. Applications should be submitted via the Apply Now button below. #J-18808-Ljbffr