Department of Correctional Services
Relevant Degree / National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. Successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training. At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post (CB3).
Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme management. Transformation, change and stakeholder management.
Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended.
Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy. Understanding the Public Service Policies and Legislative Framework. service delivery and client orientation, assertiveness and ability to network, influence and impact, ability to apply strategic thinking, willingness to travel.
Procure and allocate training resources. Manage sub-inventory registers. Ensure availability of stationery and training material.
Manage the resource centre. Manage training-related administration and training facilities. Ensure availability of keys and registers.
Ensure hygienic condition of training facilities in compliance with OHS-standards. Registration of learners with SASSETA. Check learner qualification and identification.
Coordinate and manage the submission of Portfolio of Evidence (POE) files after moderation. Assist with preparation and finalisation of related administration for internal and external verification. Manage record-keeping of training related activities.
Ensure confidentiality of records. Registration of Assessors and Moderators with SASSETA. Provide support, guidance and advice on a continuous basis.
Render learner support. Duplicating of assessment tools. Supervise custodial duties.
Ensure signing for and receiving of security equipment. Conduct counting and confirming of offender totals. Record, report incidents and facilitate rehabilitation programmes.
Register, handle/refer inmates’complaints and requests. Ensure conducting of internal and external custodial duties in a humane and secure correctional/remand detention environment. Ensure conducting of administrative duties when performing internal and external custodial duties.
Handle and deal with various emergency situations when performing custodial duties. Attend OHS-meetings. Compile monthly progress reports.
Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finance and assets.
should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/. Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.
National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.
Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.
Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered. Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted candidates.
If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is unsuccessful. Please do not call the department to enquire about the progress of your application. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification and criminal records verification.
Appointment will be provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/possibly terminated. Fingerprints may be taken on the day of the interview.
All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One shall be a practical exercise, and the other shall be an Integrity (Ethical Conduct) Assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional criterion in the interview process.
Applications: Applications must be submitted on the Z83 form (Public Service application form) obtainable from any Public Service department and must be completed in full. Only a detailed CV should be attached to your application form. Only shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies not older than 6 months of qualifications and other related documents on or before the day of the interview.
Please send a complete application for the post you apply for on a pdf format, stating the correct reference for the position you are interested in. Requirement for valid driver’s licence is not applicable to applicants with a disability.
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