Prison Intelligence Officer

Job Description

Job Function: Prison and Corrective Services Work Type: Ongoing - full time About this role Utilise your corrective services expertise to provide support and advice to the Corrections Victoria branch Ongoing, Full-Time opportunity to work with a high-performing and passionate team in the Victorian Public Service About Us: Corrections Victoria Intelligence Service (CVIS) is the overarching intelligence service for Corrections Victoria and its stakeholders, and forms part of the Security and Emergency Services Group, which is located at the Metropolitan Remand Centre at Middle Road, Ravenhall. Presently, the CVIS comprises the primary intelligence unit known as the Corrections Victoria Intelligence Unit (CVIU) and intelligence officers located at the twelve public and two private prison facilities in Victoria. About the Role: The role of a Prison Intelligence Officer involves assisting prison management in maintaining the security, good order and management of prison facilities by gathering, recording, analysing and disseminating information in order to prevent prisoner escapes, prevent the introduction and usage of contraband within prisons, and to identify possible prisoner incidents/unrest. Some of your duties will include: Working with all members of the prison towards ensuring the safety and security of prisoners, staff and visitors. Assisting in maintaining an effective liaison with external agencies including Victoria Police, Australian Federal Police, and the Commonwealth Attorney Generals Department. Utilising techniques and processes as outlined within the Corrections Victoria Intelligence Manual to provide accurate and timely intelligence products to the relevant stakeholders. About You: As an ideal candidate, you will possess: Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to use, computer software such as Microsoft Office and internal CV computer systems, including Centurion and e-mail. Demonstrated knowledge and experience with the operation of the prisoner telephone system, prisoner mail, and prisoner visit lists. Demonstrated knowledge of, and the ability to apply relevant legislation, policy and procedure relating to CV and the management of its prison facilities. Qualifications: Successful completion of the Corrections Victoria Intelligence Course or equivalent. Victorian Prison Officer Pre Service training or completed training in an equivalent jurisdiction. How to Apply: Please click the Apply button on this advertisement. Applications should include a resume and covering letter. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include national police checks and misconduct screening. If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: CHILD SAFE STATEMENT OF COMMITMENT: The Department of Justice and Community Safety is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and young people. We seek to prevent harm of any kind impacting children and young people and have zero tolerance for racism, child abuse and inequality. Children and young people's rights, relationships, identity, and culture must be recognised and respected, their voices heard, and their concerns acted upon. We aim to foster a culturally safe, child safe and child friendly environment for all children and young people we have contact with, deliver services to, or are impacted by our work. #J-18808-Ljbffr