Experienced correctional officers operate as part of a team that is responsible for the safe, secure and humane management of prisoners and offenders. Experienced correctional officers must have completed a Certificate III in Correctional Practice, and possess integrity, maturity and life experience.
NT Correctional Services need people who:
- want to make a positive difference to the lives of some of the most vulnerable offenders
- respect cultural diversity and are culturally considerate
- contribute to keeping our community safe
- want a career with training and development opportunities
- can work on a 24/7 roster.
Your responsibilities
- Supervising, monitoring and managing prisoners.
- Employing appropriate security measures to ensure the safe custody of prisoners, including monitoring property and equipment, and conducting random searches for contraband.
- Advising prisoners of their rights and responsibilities while in custody.
- Ensuring prisoners maintain acceptable levels of hygiene and cleanliness by conducting regular cell inspections.
- Assisting in determining a prisoner’s rehabilitation plan and supporting their attendance.
- Providing reports on prisoner rehabilitation, security, welfare and behaviour.
- Undertaking escorts - transport and supervision of prisoners outside the correctional centre.
- Preparing formal reports about incidents.
- Responding to emergencies, including prisoner conflict, injuries and medical crises.
- Training to maintain currency of core qualifications.
The benefits
You will embark on a career that offers a variety of employment pathways and access to a host of benefits, including:
- flexible working conditions based on a roster system
- a generous salary (see remuneration scale below)
- work/life balance
- options to work across the Northern Territory
- employment security
- career progression opportunities
- subsidised gym membership (terms and conditions apply)
- subsidised uniforms
- up to 7 weeks’ annual leave each year (conditional)
- opportunities to be considered for overtime.
Career pathway
The requirements
- Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia.
- Demonstrate employment as a correctional officer within the past 2 years.
- Possess a minimum of 2 years’ experience as a correctional officer.
- Completion of Certificate III in Correctional Practice or equivalent is essential.
- Hold a First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011 Provide First Aid) with 6 months’ validity upon job commencement.
- Possess a current Australian C class driver licence with the ability to drive a manual vehicle.
- Comply with the Northern Territory Chief Health Officer’s Public and Environmental Health Act 2011 COVID-19 Directions.
- Ability to work in a cross-cultural environment with strong communication and organisation skills, and good character.
The training program
- Complete a paid 2-week practical induction to learn about the Northern Territory legislation and work practices.
Remuneration scale
| Requirement | Salary | Consolidated allowance | Superannuation | Total package |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certificate III in Correctional Practice | $67 062 - $73 577 | 40% | 11.5% | $104 684 - $114 854 |
| Certificate IV in Correctional Practice | $73 577 | 40% | 11.5% | $114 854 |
Opportunities to be considered for overtime.
Applicants may apply to negotiate commencement salary during the recruitment process.
Recruitment stages
Apply
Visit jobs.nt.gov.au
Referee check
Your application will be discussed and verified with your nominated referees
Online testing
Progress to abilities and psychometric test
Panel interview
Meet the NT Correctional Services panel
Medical assessment
Undertake a medical check
Final selection
Successful applicants notified about their application
Background checks
Proof of credentials, criminal history check and disclosure of criminal convictions
