Correctional Officer

Looking for a change?

At Corrective Services NSW (CSNSW), we're looking for people who are ready for 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 application for the following centres.

• Wellington Correctional Centre
• Macquarie Correctional Centre

What's in it for you?

• A comprehensive 12-week paid training course.
• Competitive base salary rate of $72,962 pa plus superannuation and applicable penalties.
• Take advantage of 6 weeks of annual leave.
• Earn a nationally recognized Certificate III in Correctional Practice.
• Explore exciting career development opportunities into specialized roles.
• Stay active and healthy with our Fitness Passport.
• Benefit from a tax break through a Novated car lease.
• Plus, we offer additional study leave to support your continued growth and development.

Requirements of the role:

• Minimum age of 18 years old
• Current drivers licence - P1 or above
• Australia or New Zealand Citizen or Permanent Resident
• Willing to complete Certificate III in Correctional Practise.
• Meet the medical standards to be a correctional officer and have reasonable level of fitness.
• Body art or modifications on the face, scalp, ears, neck, or hands 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 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) tell 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 the following 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

Need help with your application?

For more information regarding the role, recruitment process or recruitment adjustments, please contact Amanda Richardson via  or

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

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 Peoples, women, people identifying as LGBTQIA+, culturally and linguistically diverse people, carers, and other diversity groups.

Visit our careers site for more information about Inclusion & Diversity.

Closing date:

 3/9/ :59 PM