Prison Officer

1 week ago

Ararat Victoria, Australia Prison Officers, Corrections Victoria Full time $63,469 - $91,602 per year
  • Competitive salary and $8,000 sign-on bonus*
  • Full-time and casual positions available
  • Regional relocation assistance of up to $10,000 available
  • Fully paid on-the-job training
  • Start your secure career in the public sector

Do you have a passion for making a difference in your community and want to work with a diverse range of people? This could be the job for you.

If you're a good communicator and enjoy achieving positive outcomes, then you have the qualities needed to become a prison officer.

There are no specific qualifications needed, it's your life experience that counts in this role.

$8,000 sign-on bonus

New prison officers are now eligible for a sign-on bonus of up to $8,000. Six months after commencing, you will receive a payment of $4,000. Then, after one year's full-time employment, you will receive an additional payment of $4,000. Conditions apply, see website for details.

About the role

Prison officers support the rehabilitation of people in custody and help maintain the safety and security of the facility.

Most people in custody return to the community, and the focus of a prison officer is to create opportunities for them to make better decisions.

It's a challenging yet rewarding role and is considered one of the best kept secrets in all of Victoria.

What's in it for you

Earn up to $91,202 with a base salary of $63,469 plus penalty rates and overtime

Annual salary increases, 5 weeks annual leave, 3 weeks personal leave and provisions for study leave

41 days comprehensive paid training (full time)

Complete a Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Adult Custodial)

Regional relocation assistance of up to $10,000 if you are moving to regional Victoria

Information session

Join a free online information session to learn about the role from our panel of experts. Learn about daily life and have your questions answered by real-life prison officers.

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