Department for Correctional Services SA – Port Lincoln SA About the Department for Correctional ServicesThe Department employs approximately 2,000 staff and has responsibility for nine prisons and fifteen Community Correctional offices across the state. Our vision is for a safer community by protecting the public and reducing re-offending. We work towards this through the contribution of staff who are employed in a wide variety of fields, from correctional officers and teachers to social workers, psychologists, and supervisors of court orders. Their commitment ensures we deliver quality services to prisoners, offenders, and victims of crime. We strongly promote diversity and equity in our workforce, which directly contributes to greater effectiveness and better outcomes. In a supportive and collaborative environment, you will encounter interesting professional challenges and work alongside dedicated and passionate people who help to turnaround the lives of offenders and rebuild lives affected by crime. DutiesThe Correctional Industry Officer is responsible to the Manager, Industries for the security, safety, and control of prisoners in their care; the assessment, training, and advising of prisoners in all aspects of production of specified products or relevant industry requirements. The supervision and direction of the prisoner work group and the provision of assistance to other Correctional Industry Officers and Correctional Officers are required. The Correctional Industry Officer will be trained to be multifunctional in all aspects of the prison industries and work in a team environment, setting work priorities under general direction. Special Conditions Hours of duty are 38 per week, over five days (or rostered over 7 days in some institutions); some out of hours work may be required. Required to successfully complete Certificate III in Correctional Practice within 12 months (if not already completed). Section 47 of the Public Sector Act 2009 applies in conjunction with other provisions of the act and other applicable industrial entitlements. The incumbent is required to satisfactorily complete a National Criminal History Check. A current South Australian Driver's Licence is essential. A flexible approach to working hours is required. Some interstate and intrastate travel will be required, which may necessitate overnight absences. The appointee works within a secure environment. Certificate III in Correctional Practice (refer Special Conditions). Possession of a relevant Trade qualification, or a relevant industry recognised qualification, or a minimum of 3 years comparative relevant industry experience. Senior First Aid Certificate. Certificate IV in Correctional Practice. Certificate IV in Training & Assessment. RemunerationCO3 ($68,413 - $74,445 pa) Application InstructionsAll applications must be submitted online via I Work for SA. Applicants are required to submit a cover letter of no more than two pages quoting the vacancy number and outlining their knowledge, skills, and experience relevant to the role. Any existing DCS employees currently engaged in the CO stream will only be required to complete a two-page cover letter outlining their suitability for the role and attach a current resume and qualifications. If you do not hold a current Certificate III in Correctional Practice, you will need to complete the Correctional Industry Officer application pack. Additionally, if you are not currently employed by the Department for Correctional Services, you will also need to complete and sign the Employment Declaration form. Refer to the Advice to Applicants for information on how to apply. Additional InformationPlease contact the enquiries person for confirmation relating to a relevant Trade qualification, industry recognised qualifications/experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr