Queensland Corrective Services is looking for Custodial Correctional Officers (CCOs) who are committed to making a difference in other people's lives. To thrive in this role, we are looking for people who have energy, empathy, resilience, communication skills and the ability to find common ground with anyone. This is a continuous applicant pool, and we are hiring for CCOs in two of our centres located at Spring Creek near Gatton. For more information see About Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre (men’s) and Southern Queensland Correctional Centre (women’s) see below.

Job details

Salary per fortnight:  $3,379.43 - $4,122.69 (includes shift allowances and superannuation)

Salary per annum: $88,166.02 - $107,556.89 (includes shift allowances and superannuation)

How do I apply?

We have a two-step process to apply for this role. You will need to complete our CCO Candidate Questionnaire (Step 1) and a Smartjobs application (Step 2).  Please refer to the “Application Process- 2 Step Instructions” attachment for detailed instructions.

NOTE: If you don't complete Step 1 and Step 2, we will be unable to progress your application.

If you are interested in other locations and/or centres across Queensland, please refer to the QCS CCO general advertisement.

If you are a current CCO working for us (QCS) and seeking a transfer to the Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre (LVCC), please refer to the Project's internal EOI for transfer at level process outlined on our internal microsite.

What skills and experience do I need?

You don't need any prior experience or qualifications to be a CCO.

Our staff come from all walks of life.  CCO's are part of a multi-disciplinary team that provides safe and secure services.

We are an inclusive organisation. We value and respect differences and the diversity of thought, and experiences. We encourage applicants representing all genders, cultural backgrounds, ages, languages, sexual orientations, family responsibilities and people with disability to apply. We respect, protect and promote human rights in our decision-making and our actions.

We invite and welcome applicants who identify with one or more Diversity Target Groups as defined in Section 25 of the Public Sector Act 2022 and meet the eligibility and suitability requirements.

What type of work will I do in the CCO role?

Below are some of the role's responsibilities. If you are successful, these are some of the activities you would do:

• Induct prisoners into the centre.
• Staff prisoner accommodation units.
• Support and oversee prisoner attendance at vocational training, education & employment.
• Support engagement in cultural programs.
• Create file notes and reports for case management.
• Operate control rooms.
• Undertake perimeter surveillance and searches.
• External escorts.

About Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre (men's) and Southern Queensland Correctional Centre (women's)

• The Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre is currently under construction.
• When complete in 2024, it will be a men's facility that will focus on rehabilitation to reduce offending. 

• Southern Queensland Correctional Centre is a women's facility that provides high security placement accommodation for sentenced and remand women that are classified as high or low security.

More information about QCS and roles at Lockyer Valley Correctional Centre:

Visit: Unlock Your Potential | Queensland Corrective Services (corrections.qld.gov.au)

Phone: 07 3565 7696

Email: SQCPS2Recruitment@corrections.qld.gov.au

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job ad reference: QLD/520233/23

Continuous Applicant Pool

Further information

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

**Multiple positions**

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.

• Application Process 2 Step Instructions (FINAL) (PDF, 153KB)
  
  
  520233 23 Role Description (PDF, 559KB)
  
  
  520233 23 CCO - Application Booklet (PDF, 2.14MB)
  
  
  520233 23 Applicant Information Guide QCS September 2023 (PDF, 494KB)