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Surveillance Officer
Northern Region; Community Corrections; Community Corrections & Specialist Operations; Aitkenvale
Community Corrections is responsible for the supervision of adults who have been sentenced to a community-based order by the courts or released to parole by Parole Board Queensland. We aim to protect the community & reduce re-offending by supervising clients & supporting them to achieve meaningful change.
We are seeking a permanent part-time Surveillance Officer to join our Townsville team.
In this role you will undertake Surveillance activities of offenders, including offenders subject to supervision and community-based orders.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Part-time |
| Occupational group | Community Care |
| Classification | OO4 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/705674/26 |
| Closing date | 19-Nov-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Timothy Stone |
| Contact details | Phone: 0744305100 Access the National Relay Service |
Experience & Skills:
• Experience in, and understanding of, supervision and surveillance practices
• Experience in a criminal justice environment or similar human services/regulatory agency would be desirable
• Ability to engage with community groups and/or external service providers
• Ability to work collaboratively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds
• Interpersonal and relationship management skills
• Sound judgement, initiative and maturity in conflict resolution
• Confidence, flexibility and resilience
• Negotiation skills
• Risk management
• Computer and keyboard skills
Other conditions and requirements
• Possession of C Class driver's license
• This position may shift work if used to support the monitoring of offenders in the community. Shift penalties may apply.
• There may be instances where the incumbent will be required to work hours outside the normal work hours, undertake travel to other locations, or temporarily work from an alternate location.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/705674/26
Closing Date: Thursday, 19th November 2026
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.
Part-time position (0.3 FTE) - 21.75 hours per fortnight.
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