Discover a rewarding career in Mount Isa, one of North-West Queensland’s most vibrant regional centres. As a Probation Services Officer, you will play a key role in supporting community safety through supervision, case management, and stakeholder engagement.

Mount Isa offers strong community spirit, modern amenities, and a unique outback lifestyle. If you’re seeking meaningful work, professional growth, and a supportive regional community, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact while enjoying a balanced lifestyle.

Job details

Looking for a rewarding career in a location that offers more than just a job? Mount Isa, one of North- West Queensland's most vibrant regional centres, combines opportunity, community, and a unique outback lifestyle. With modern amenities, strong local networks, and a welcoming community spirit, Mount Isa offers the space and support to thrive both personally and professionally.

Whether you're seeking a lifestyle change, career development, or the chance to make a meaningful impact, Mount Isa provides a balanced and fulfilling environment. From weekend adventures in the outback to local events, sporting clubs, and family friendly amenities, this is a place where you can build a career with purpose while enjoying a relaxed and connected lifestyle.

What would living and working in Mount Isa look like?

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:

• The ability to manage tasks effectively, meet deadlines, and work both independently and as part of a team
• Proven experience engaging with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery
• A strong awareness of sensitive issues and a commitment to maintaining privacy and complying with relevant legislation
• Well developed communication skills, including the ability to conduct difficult conversations, resolve issues, and negotiate positive outcomes

Additional Information:

• Enjoy additional benefits including locality allowance, location benefit and employee accommodation benefit, recognising the unique contributions of staff working in regional communities
• Must hold a current C class driver's licence
• While formal qualifications are not mandatory, tertiary qualifications in human services disciplines are highly regarded
• Individuals employed on a permanent or temporary basis will be required to complete Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community).
• The successful applicant will be required to undertake training relevant to the operational demands of the role, which may include urinalysis testing, court related duties, and other training as identified by the relevant delegate to support effective service delivery within the district

How to Apply

Submit your application via Queensland Government SmartJobs including:

• A current resume
• A brief (1-2 pages) cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and how you meet the requirements of this role

Whether you're starting out or looking to grow your career in human services, this role offers meaningful work, professional development, and the chance to make a real impact across Queensland.

Further information

• We are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you have a health condition, disability, or cultural or linguistic background that requires adjustments, please let our Talent Acquisition team know. We will support you to participate equitably throughout the recruitment process.
• We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• 686158-26-Role Profile (PDF, 279KB)
  
  
  686158-26-Tips for writing your QCS application (PDF, 278KB)