Position number: Pool Ref 231814Work type: Permanent - Full TimeLocation: Casuarina PrisonThis recruitment pool will run for a period of twelve months and may be used to fill ongoing permanent opportunities.
Unsuccessful applicants may be utilized as a development pool for acting opportunities in the future.Currently, there are 5 permanent positions available for immediate filling.About JusticeWhen you join the Department of Justice, you become part of a people-focused organisation, working hard to make our community a fairer and safer place to live.
We offer many different employment opportunities in locations around Western Australia.
You will have a chance to make a real difference to your local communities and to the lives of those you work with.About the roleThe Senior Officer leads teams in the safe, secure and efficient operation of:the prison and custody of offenders,duty of care (to prisoners and staff),reparation to the community, andreduction in re-offending.The Senior Officer manages staff and resources to achieve identified outcomes; demonstrates and models expertise in the skills of the Prison Officer role; is self-developing; and takes responsibility for the ongoing development and monitoring of staff performance.The Senior Officer models and ensures the implementation of the Department of Justice's policy as it relates to prisoners in custody.
They are part of the management team, act as role models, lead and facilitate strategies to motivate both staff and prisoners, and encourage prisoners to amend their behaviours in line with community expectations.
This can impact how successfully prisoners assimilate into the mainstream community after release.Senior Officers may be required to act in senior positions, manage projects and contribute to strategic planning when required.To be eligible for appointment to permanent positions in the West Australian Public Sector you must be an Australian citizen or have permanent resident status in Australia.To be eligible for this pool, you must be a current substantive Prison Officer in the WA prison service.Benefits and opportunitiesCareer pathway opportunitiesLearning and development opportunity programsHealth and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.Application processHow to applyPlease ensure you review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position.
This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.We require you to submit:A comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae, that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.A statement no more than three pages, addressing the three (3) following Work Related Requirements.Please provide examples to support your claims.Staff management, team building and maintaining relationshipsCommunication and Interpersonal SkillsKnowledgeContact details of two work-related referees.All remaining Work Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.Pool RecruitmentThis pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes.
Permanent, full-time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities.
Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies, with the Department of Justice for the duration of the pool.Equity and DiversityThe Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion.
We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal Australians, people with disability, youth, and other diversity groups.
People with disability will be provided with reasonable adjustments in our recruitment processes and in the workplace.Applicants with disability requiring adjustment or accessibility requirements at any stage of the selection process can contact the hiring manager as listed under the 'Further Information' section or contact ****** or call (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.For further job-related informationIf you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Scott Scarey on (08) 9411 5333 for a confidential discussion.Applicants are requested to apply online.
To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement.Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
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