At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead security operations across correctional centres and manage high-pressure environments.
- Company: Department of Communities and Justice NSW, focused on making a real difference.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible work environment, and health & wellbeing programs.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds and experiences.
- Why this job: Join a team that values integrity and collaboration while making a positive impact.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience and commitment to safety in complex settings.
Department: Security Operations Group – New South Wales
Location: Statewide Talent Pool creation to fill future ongoing and temporary roles statewide
Salary: $201,606.00 pa + Incidental Allowance + Leave Loading + Superannuation
We are seeking proactive and dedicated Managers of Security to lead security operations across a range of correctional centres and operational locations throughout metropolitan and regional NSW.
Your Role
The Manager of Security provides high level operational leadership and direction for management in small, medium and large correctional centres. This includes the coordination of the purposeful day, effective provision of security, inmate related services and ensuring the maintenance of staff discipline. Manager of Security roles also lead and direct special projects or specialised services within Corrective Services NSW.
What we’re looking for
- Resilient and accountable leaders who demonstrate strong integrity, sound judgement and the ability to perform in complex and high-pressure environments.
- Proven leadership experience, a commitment to safety and security, and the ability to build high-performing teams while delivering operational excellence across a diverse correctional setting.
- Experience which demonstrates the ability to meet the key accountabilities and focus capabilities as detailed in the role description.
- Current and valid driving licence and willingness to travel within NSW.
- Comply with National Heavy Vehicle Law and Regulations and Chain of Responsibility Policy and Procedures (CESU roles only).
What We Offer
- A challenging and rewarding career.
- Flexible, autonomous work environment.
- Competitive pay and conditions.
- Training and development opportunities to build and maintain capabilities.
- Health & Wellbeing and Employee Assistance Programs.
We do work that really matters
Working for the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) provides lots of opportunities to make a real difference. We collaborate with other agencies and community partners to improve lives and realise the potential of children, adults, families and communities. We're focused on breaking, rather than managing, disadvantage. It’s work that really matters.
We focus on hiring people who share our commitment and goals of inclusion, collaboration, adaptability, courage and integrity. Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit. We continue to hire great people with a wide variety of skills, experience and backgrounds. This includes people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people identifying as LGBTIQ+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers and other diversity groups.
To find out what DCJ are doing to build an inclusive and diverse workforce, visit Inclusion and diversity on the DCJ website.
Other Information
For more information visit Applying for DCJ jobs on the DCJ website. Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.
Manager of Security Corrective Services employer: Department: Security Operations Group
The Department of Security Operations Group offers a flexible and autonomous work environment, providing opportunities for professional development across various correctional centres in New South Wales. Employees can expect challenging roles that contribute to maintaining safety and compliance within the correctional system. The department values proactive leadership and dedication, making it an attractive employer for those seeking to make a significant impact in security operations.
Contact Details:
Department: Security Operations Group Recruitment Team
