Qualifications, professional registration, conditions and other requirements:
There are no mandatory qualifications for this position however formal qualifications in business (or a related discipline) would be highly regarded.
In this role you will:
* Manage the workload and work practices of staff consistent with the Agency's diversity and EEO policies.
* Supervise, motivate, encourage and coach staff, appraise performance and provide feedback for staff.
* Ensure staff are equipped with skills and resources to effectively undertake their duties and development and implementation of a skilled and responsive workforce.
* Ensure that training and development opportunities are provided to staff.
* Maintain knowledge of legislation, policies and procedures relevant to managing staff.
* Contribute to the knowledge base of the team.
* Participate as an effective member of the Centre's Management Team in the development, promotion, and implementation of Queensland Corrections' strategic direction and the centre's operational plan.
* Participate as an effective member of the Centre's Management Team in the management of on-call situations.
* Develop and maintain operating procedures in respect of static and electronic security systems and functions.
* Develop and regularly review procedures, contingency plans, search matrices and maintain a range of authorised weapons and emergency response equipment, including training in the use of such equipment.
* Ensure the operation and evaluation of all surveillance equipment and facilities and ensure maintenance is conducted in accordance with operational standards and prescribed manufacturer's instructions.
* Liaise with corrections staff, security services in other institutions, relevant Government and other external authorities and community groups in relation to the maintenance of security for the centre.
* Promote and support human resources and industrial relations processes and policies.
* Ensure rostering practices are effective and compliant with relevant awards and policies.
* Contribute to the preparation and implementation of the centre's workforce plan.
* Implement systems to ensure compliance with Agency procedures and processes for human resource management.
* Ensure workloads and work practices of staff contribute to effectiveness of the centre.
* Maintain knowledge of contemporary management practices.
* Monitor and coordinate functions including visits, offender escorts, special escorts, industry security, reception store, dog squad, perimeter security and the centre's armoury.
* Facilitate the allocation of equipment and resources to deliver services.
* Ensure the effective delivery of training to develop staff competence in all aspects of centre services.
* Ensure resources and work environments are properly maintained and meet operational and WH&S requirements.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.