Security and Use of Force Coordinator

Overview

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The role provides support to the Assistant Superintendent Security, and involves evaluating, monitoring and reporting on security technology, and making recommendations on security issues to support the security team in achieving Departmental goals related to procedural, physical and dynamic security responsibilities.

In line with the Use of Force Custodial Operations Policy and Procedures (COPP), this position coordinates the Centre's internal Use of Force review process, ensures reviews are conducted within allocated timeframes, and that recommendations are identified and implemented accordingly.

Location: Banksia Hill Detention Centre. Salary: Level 6, $120,457 – $132,753 p.a. plus 12% Super PSCSAA 2024. Work type: Fixed Term - Full Time. Closing date: 2025-09-08 4:30 PM. Attachments: Applicant Information Pack.pdf. Pool Ref: 232045.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Centre's internal Use of Force review process and ensure reviews are conducted within allocated timeframes with recommendations identified and implemented.
• Provide support to the Assistant Superintendent Security and evaluate, monitor, and report on security technology; make recommendations on security issues to support Departmental goals regarding procedural, physical and dynamic security.

Eligibility

WWC positions – In accordance with the National Child Safety Principles, people who work directly with children and young people must have a current Working with Children Check or be able to successfully apply for one to be eligible for appointment to this position.

Benefits and Opportunities

• Flexible working arrangements
• Career pathway opportunities
• Learning and development opportunity programs
• Health and wellbeing programs including Fitness passport providing a wide range of gym, pool, and fitness centre discounts available for employees and their families.
• Check out the attached Applicant Information Pack to find out other benefits of working for Justice.

How to apply

Please review the attached Job Description Form (JDF) for further information about the requirements of the position. This information will assist you with the preparation of your application.

• Provide a comprehensive Resume / Curriculum Vitae that clearly outlines your transferable skills, experience and highlights your key achievements.
• A statement no more than 2 pages addressing all the job-related requirements and/or role-specific criteria. Please provide examples to support your claims.

Minimum of 3 years experience related to Security Management in a complex environment. Achieve Results; Exemplifies Personal Integrity and Self-Awareness; Communicates and Influences Effectively. Please provide the contact details of two work-related referees.

All remaining Job-Related Requirements will be assessed at a later stage in the recruitment process.

Pool Recruitment

This pool will be open for a period of 12 months from the day after the breach of standard claim period closes. Fixed term, full time appointments may be offered as vacancies arise; however, an appointment is not guaranteed.

The Department of Justice uses recruitment pools to build a bank of talent for future opportunities. Applicants found suitable in this pool may be considered for subsequent, similar vacancies for the duration of the pool.

For further job-related information

If you would like further information regarding the vacancy please contact Carl Douglas, Assistant Superintendent Operational Practice on (08) 9222 2290 for a confidential discussion.

Equity and Diversity

The Department of Justice is committed to building a workplace culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively promote the employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, youth, people of diverse sexualities and genders, women, culturally and linguistically diverse people, and other diversity groups. Aboriginal job seekers may contact the Aboriginal Workforce Development Team on aboriginalworkforcedevelopment@justice.wa.gov.au or call (08) 9264 1700 for culturally appropriate application advice. Applicants with disability requiring adjustments or accessibility support at any stage of the selection process can contact the Hiring Manager or the Diversity and Inclusion team on WorkforceDiversity@justice.wa.gov.au or (08) 9264 1700 for a confidential discussion.

Submitting your application

Applicants are required to apply online. To submit your application, click the "Apply for Job" button at the bottom of this advertisement. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted. If you are having difficulty submitting your online application, please contact RAMS Helpdesk at ramshelpdesk@bigredsky.com or call 1300 733 056 for assistance.

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