Director, Custodial Corrections Operational Support Services
Lead the delivery of quality Custodial Corrections operational support services! Term contract up to 2 years - possibility of ongoing. Sydney CBD!
Summary about this job
Police & Corrections
Company: Department of Justice NSW
Location: Sydney
Work type: Contract/Temp
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Phone: +61-8-5143-9798
Fax: +61-3-6163-9441
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Detail information about job Director, Custodial Corrections Operational Support Services. Terms and conditions vacancy
- Lead the delivery of quality Custodial Corrections operational support services
- Temporary role up to 2 years (could lead to ongoing roles)
- Based in Sydney CBD
About us
The Department of Justice delivers legal, court and supervision services to the people of NSW by managing courts and justice services, implementing programs to reduce crime and re-offending, managing custodial and community-based correctional services, protecting rights and community standards and advising on law reform and legal matters.
Custodial Corrections is a large part of Corrective Services NSW and is responsible for the management of approximately 11600 inmates in 36 correctional centres across NSW. Custodial Corrections is entrusted with ensuring the safe and secure management of inmates with a focus on the facilitation of programs and services to reduce re-offending thus enhancing community safety and confidence in the broader Justice system.
About the role
Reporting to the Assistant Commissioner, the Director Custodial Corrections – Operational Support Services, is responsible for leading the delivery of quality Custodial Corrections operational support services, programs and initiatives ensuring effective and efficient utilisation of resources to meet expected operational outcomes. Additionally, this role will:
- Contribute significantly to the development of the Custodial Corrections’ state-wide action plan and manage the implementation of identified strategic initiatives
- Oversee the Operational Support Services group’s budget bids and financial performance
- Drive continuous improvement and culture development to ensure best practice within Custodial Corrections
- Oversee governance systems, including: ethical practice, operational performance review reports to ensure compliance with legislation, policy, procedures and delegations; business continuity planning; and legal compliance reporting
- Be responsible for the financial, operational and administrative management of operational support services such as staff rostering/scheduling, inmate transfers and medical escorts activities.
About you
The successful candidate will have an extensive knowledge of contemporary ‘best practices’ on provision of correctional operational support services and be able to act as a strong change agent for reforms and new initiatives. An advanced ability to drive a continuous improvement agenda, define high level objectives and translate these into practical implementation strategies is essential in this role. Click here to download the full role description.
Applying for the role
To apply for this role please submit an application online via www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au and attach an up to date resume along with a cover letter outlining how you meet the requirements and capabilities of this role.
Contact: Kevin Corcoran (Assistant Commissioner, Custodial Corrections) – [email protected]
Closing date: Sunday, 22 July 2018
A talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 12 months.