Inspector of Custodial Services

3 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Department of Communities and Justice Full time $334,375 per year

Inspector of Custodial Services

  • Sydney CBD Location
  • Total Remuneration Payable $334,375
  • Statutory Term Appointment up to 5 years

About the role

The Inspector of Custodial Services is a statutory, independent role established under the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2012.

The role is responsible for reviewing the treatment, conditions, and outcomes for adults and young people in custody across NSW. Reporting directly to Parliament, the Inspector of Custodial Services plays a critical role in promoting transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in custodial environments, while overseeing the Official Visitor programs and leading a dedicated team within the Office of the Inspector.

As the Inspector of Custodial Services, you will:

  • Lead inspections and thematic reviews of adult and juvenile custodial centres, providing independent advice and recommendations directly to Parliament.
  • Oversee the Official Visitor programs across NSW, supporting approximately 100 Official Visitors through training, guidance, and strategic coordination.
  • Provide strategic leadership to the Office of the Inspector, ensuring sound governance, financial management, and compliance with statutory obligations.
  • Engage with Parliament, government agencies, and community stakeholders to promote transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement in custodial environments.
  • Identify and address systemic and cultural issues within custodial settings, advocating for reforms that enhance safety, equity, rehabilitation, and service efficiency.

To learn more about the role please click HERE

About You

We're seeking a highly experienced and principled leader with:

  • A deep understanding of custodial systems, public sector governance, and whole-of-government reform principles.
  • Proven success in executive leadership, strategic planning, and managing complex oversight functions with independence and integrity.
  • The ability to foster constructive relationships across government, advocate for systemic reform, and lead a team committed to improving custodial outcomes.
  • Proven experience managing competing priorities and delivering timely, well-considered recommendations, while setting clear and realistic expectations for Corrective Services NSW service standards.
  • Extensive experience navigating sensitive and politically complex environments, exercising sound judgment in assessing and escalating risk, and providing strategic advice on high-stake and delicate matters.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing and publishing sensitive information, with a strong focus on ensuring compliance with statutory and regulatory obligations, while maintaining transparency and fostering public trust.

Apply Now

Click apply, attach an up-to-date résumé (maximum 3 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet what we are looking for.


Applications Close: Sunday 9 November at 11:59pm (AEDT)

Got a question?

For more information about the role or if you've got a question about the recruitment process, please email Marijana Puric on   

Inclusion and Diversity lies at the heart of how we recruit

Committed to hiring 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.

 

Thank you for your interest in this role.

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