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Sydney, New South Wales, Australia NSW Department of Communities and Justice Full time
Talent Pool - Ongoing Correctional Officer - Sydney Metropolitan

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Talent Pool - Ongoing Correctional Officer - Sydney Metropolitan

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Looking for a change?

At Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW), we're looking for people ready to make a meaningful career change. If you've worked in trades, security, health, retail, farming, hospitality or care work, you may already have what it takes to get started.

We'll support you with paid training, including a nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice, so you can gain the skills and confidence you need to thrive in the role.

What's the job about?

Correctional Officers help keep our communities safe. They supervise and manage inmates in correctional facilities, including prisons and court cells throughout NSW.

This is a stable, hands-on career that values common sense, teamwork, and strong communication skills.

Your Role Might Include

  • Keeping inmates accounted for during daily routines like meals, headcounts, and movements
  • Watching for safety or security risks and reporting concerns
  • Searching cells or common areas to help keep the environment secure
  • Supervising activities like work programs or visits
  • Treating people fairly and consistently while enforcing rules

To find out more, watch our 'Day in the Life of a Correctional Officer' video.

We Are Taking Applications For The Following Centres
  • Francis Greenway Correctional Complex (There are three correctional centres within the complex: John Morony Correctional Centre, Geoffrey Pearce Correctional Centre, Dillwynia Correctional Centre)
  • Silverwater Correctional Complex (There are two centres within the complex:: Silverwater Women's Correctional Centre and Metropolitan Remand & Reception Centre)
  • Long Bay Correctional Complex (There are two centres within the complex: Long Bay Hospital and Metropolitan Special Programs Centre)
  • Emu Plains Correctional Centre

What's in it for you?
  • A comprehensive 12-week paid training course
  • Competitive base salary of $72,962 p.a. plus superannuation and penalty rates
  • Six weeks of annual leave
  • Earn a nationally recognised Certificate III in Correctional Practice
  • Exciting career development opportunities into specialised roles
  • Access to our Fitness Passport program
  • Benefit from a tax break through a novated car lease
  • Additional study leave to support your continued growth and development

Requirements Of The Role
  • Minimum age of 18 years
  • Current driver's licence
  • Australian or New Zealand Citizen, or Permanent Resident
  • Willing to complete the Certificate III in Correctional Practice
  • Meet the medical standards to be a Correctional Officer and maintain a reasonable level of fitness
  • Body art or modifications that are on the face, scalp, ears, neck or hands, as well as tattoos or modifications of an offensive nature, are prohibited. For this policy, the prohibited areas of the neck and hands are anything visible beyond the fastened collar or buttoned cuff of a long-sleeve shirt. Please refer to the dress manual below for further information.

Interested in applying?

Our Application Guide provides clear and practical advice on navigating the recruitment process; from preparing your resume and cover letter to responding to targeted questions and interview preparation. Check it out here.

What do you need to apply?
  • A cover letter (max. 1 page) telling us why you're interested in becoming a Correctional Officer and what skills or experience you have that would make you a good fit for the role
  • An up-to-date resume (max. 2 pages)
  • Answer all questions on the online application form accurately and honestly

For More Information, Visit These Helpful Links
  • Role requirements, pre-employment checks and videos
  • Dress Manual
  • Recruitment process, recruitment adjustments and talent pools
  • Download the role description
  • Eligibility for higher commencing salary Fact Sheet

What do I need to know about Talent Pools?

If your application is successful and you pass all pre-employment checks, your application will be placed into a talent pool. When a vacancy arises in your preferred location, the talent pool will be activated and offers of employment will be based on the date of application, location preference, capabilities, knowledge and experience. A talent pool may be created for future casual, temporary and ongoing roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.

Assessment centres are held in person at our Parramatta office. If you are shortlisted, one of our team members will contact you with further instructions.

Need help with your application?

For more information regarding the role, recruitment process or recruitment adjustments, please contact Amanda Richardson via amanda.richardson@dcj.nsw.gov.au or 02 8688 2869.

Alternatively, you can reach out to Talent Acquisition, or speak to one of our advisors on 1800 810 316 (option 1) and inform us of your preferred method of communication.

Please Note

You can only apply for a Correctional Officer role with CSNSW once every 12 months. We will withdraw your application if you:
  • Have applied for a Correctional Officer (casual or ongoing) role within Corrective Services NSW within the last 12 months
  • Are currently going through the recruitment process for another location or Correctional Officer role within a correctional centre

Closing Date

12/9//2025 - 11:59 PMSeniority level
  • Seniority levelEntry level
Employment type
  • Employment typeTemporary
Job function
  • Job functionOther, Information Technology, and Management
  • IndustriesGovernment Administration

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