Talent Pool

7 days ago

Goulburn, New South Wales, Australia Department of Communities and Justice Full time $64,000 - $96,000 per year

Company description:

Casual Correctional Officer - Goulburn Correctional Centre

Job description:

About the role

Correctional Officers contribute to community safety and assist offenders in finding paths for improvement in their lives. They supervise inmates in correctional facilities, including prisons and court cells throughout New South Wales.

To support a broad range of people in custody, our workforce needs to be equally diverse. We encourage applications from women and Aboriginal Peoples who would like to join our inclusive organisation.

What will you do?

Correctional Officers work within a supportive team environment where no two shifts are the same.

They are required to interact with inmates and ensure the safety and security of the facility by undertaking searches, monitoring behaviours, and communicating effectively.

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

We are taking application for the following centres.

  • Goulburn Correctional Centre

What's in it for you?

  • A comprehensive 12-week paid training course.
  • Work Life Balance and Flexibility - Choose the hours and days that work best for you, and easily fit your job around your other commitments
  • 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.

Requirements of the role:

  • Minimum age of 18 years old
  • Current driver's license
  • 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 modification that is on the face, scalp, ears, neck, or hands is of an offensive nature is 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.

What do you need to apply?

  • A cover letter (max. 1 page)
  • An up-to-date resume (max. 2 pages)
  • Answer all questions on the online application form accurately and honestly.

It is important to note, that you can only apply for a Correctional Officer role with Corrective Services NSW ONCE in every 12 months and we will withdraw your application if you:

  • Have applied for a Correctional Officer (Casual or Ongoing) or Overseer role within Corrective Services NSW within the last 12 months.
  • You are currently going through the recruitment process for another location or Correctional Officer role within a Correctional Centre.

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

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 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 Paramatta office. If you are successful through shortlist, one of our team members will contact you with further instructions.

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.

Need help with your application?

For more information regarding the role, recruitment process or recruitment adjustments, please contact Rebecca Chippindale 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.

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