Department of Justice
Community Corrections
Northern Region
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 2
$66,766.00 to $71,857.00 per annum
Employment type:Fixed-term, part-time
Region:North
Contribute to the safe and effective delivery of the Community Service Scheme by providing transport, direction and observation of offenders in the community setting.
We encourage applications from Indigenous Australians, people living with disability, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, mature age workers and LGBTIQA+ people.
The Department of Justice supports reasonable adjustment requests in any stage of the assessment process to remove barriers and facilitate full participation in all aspects of employment for applicants with disability. If you have individual requirements that need to be accommodated in order to participate in an interview or recruitment activity, please inform the contact listed at the end of this vacancy.
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace and understand the importance of flexible working arrangements. Talk to us about how this could work for you.
Period of Appointment3 Years
Hours per fortnight14 hours and 42 minutes - flexible options available.
DutiesProvide clear practical demonstrations in the type of work required for an offender to complete the requirements of their orders.Initiate, liaise and maintain contact with stakeholders including pensioners, community groups, organisations and government agencies such as Councils receiving assistance from the Community Service Scheme, advise the appropriate Probation Officer of any change in their circumstances or needs and where appropriate conduct re-assessments of stakeholder project sites.Transport people undertaking Community Service and equipment to work sites as required and ensure that equipment supplied is used safely, in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety Standards.Complete, in a timely and efficient manner, all reports and documents in relation to management of people undertaking Community Service Orders and the fulfilment of their orders.Monitor the Workplace Health and Safety of people undertaking Community Service including:Ensure offenders are complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements in accordance with Workplace Health and Safety standards;Demonstrate the safe use of equipment such as lawn mowers, line trimmers and other general gardening equipment;Apply basic first aid in emergency situations as appropriate and maintain the required First Aid qualification;Monitor the work performance of offenders on project sites, respond to problematic behaviour if required, and report any issues regarding near miss incidents or accidents.Regularly inspect equipment used and report any required maintenance to the appropriate Probation Officer, identify and obtain parts and resources, perform basic maintenance on the equipment, and ensure it is in safe and reliable working order.Work autonomously with a diverse range of offenders, monitor attendance, and demonstrate pro-social attitudes and behaviours.Current Drivers Licence.Pre-employment ChecksThe Head of State Service has determined that the person nominated for this vacancy is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, promotion or transfer.
The following checks are to be conducted:
Arson and fire settingViolent crimes and crimes against the personSex-related offencesDrug and alcohol related offencesCrimes involving dishonestyCrimes involving deceptionMaking false declarationsMalicious damage and destruction to propertySerious traffic offencesCrimes against public order or relating to the Administration of Law and JusticeCrimes against Executive or the Legislative PowerCrimes involving ConspiracyDisciplinary action in previous employment.
Current First Aid Certificate.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsTo apply, please provide a Short Form Application which is a 1-2 page covering letter outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and a copy of your current Resumé/CV. We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Please note if you submit the details of your referees with your application the Selection Panel may contact them without notifying you.
Please apply online by clicking the 'Apply Now' button.
Refer to the 'Information for Applicants (DOJ)' document for further information. Please note, attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
If you are unable to submit your application online, please contact the Department of Justice Recruitment Team on (03) 6165 3652.
For more informationReview the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr