• Provide high level support to the Inspector of Custodial Services
• Clerk Grade 9/10, Salary ($105,409 to $116,157 pa), plus employer’s contribution to superannuation and annual leave loading
• 2x Temporary up to 12 months, Full-time roles located in Sydney CBD

About us

The Department of Justice supports the NSW community by providing access to justice services, through the protection of rights and public safety initiatives. The Inspector of Custodial Services is appointed to inspect adult correctional facilities and juvenile justice centres, and report to Parliament on the findings of these inspections.

The Inspector of Custodial Services is an independent oversight body. The purpose of the Inspector of Custodial Services is to provide scrutiny of the conditions, treatment and outcomes for adults and young people in custody in NSW. The Inspector is independent of Corrective Services NSW and Juvenile Justice NSW and reports directly to NSW Parliament.

Under the provisions of the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2012, the Inspector is required to inspect all correctional centres once every five years, and every Juvenile Justice Centre once every three years. The office has published reports on overcrowding in the prison system, life-sentenced inmates, the management and care of aged inmates, and connecting young people with family and community.

About the role

Reporting to the Inspector of Custodial Services, the Senior Inspection/Research Officer provides high level support to ensure that functions under the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2012 are carried out in a professional and timely manner. The role also provides expert advice and participates in inspections and reviews of custodial centres and services.

About you

The successful candidate must have tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience. The successful candidate will also demonstrate their ability to do the following:

• Providing leadership and direction in the inspection and review of custodial centres and services, and the preparation of associated reports
• Conducting and/or arranging for the conduct of announced and unannounced inspections of custodial centres
• Participating in the development, evaluation and communication of strategic direction and policy
• Maintaining effective working relationships with senior management and representative groups.

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