Details: A challenging and genuinely rewarding career opportunity has emerged within ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) for a highly motivated and values-driven professional to fill the role of Bail Officer (ASO6), within Community Operations.

Under the direction of the Team Leader, the successful applicant will be responsible for monitoring the compliance of individuals subject to supervised bail orders, in accordance with Court ordered bail conditions. The successful applicant will manage appropriate breach action in response to non-compliance and provide written advice to Courts and stakeholders as required.

In addition to this, you will and maintain accurate administrative records including case notes and official files. You will provide written and verbal reports and advice to the Courts and other statutory bodies.

To be successful in this role you will be able to display high level communication skills and demonstrate a capacity to work as part of a team. You will also possess excellent time management skills and a demonstrated ability to manage personal work priorities, in addition to displaying integrity and ethical behaviour.

Eligibility/Other Requirements:

Compliance Requirements/Qualifications

1. Experience working in the criminal justice system is desirable but not essential.

2. Background police checks will be conducted.

3. Driver’s licence (Class C) is essential.

4. This position requires Working with Vulnerable People registration.

5. To be eligible for permanent or temporary employment within the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident or hold a valid work visa.

6. If an officer no longer holds a visa that permits them to work in Australia, their employment with the ACT Public Service (ACTPS) will be terminated.

Note: We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people with diverse thoughts, lived experience, and perspectives can thrive and contribute their unique talents to the ACTPS and ACT community. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, veterans, younger and older workers, and people with diverse genders, sexes and sexualities to apply.

A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: Applicants are required to submit three items: (1) A one to three page written response addressing the Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge and Behavioural Capabilities, having regard for the job requirements; (2) a current curriculum vitae with the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager); and (3) a copy of your current driver’s licence. Please ensure you submit all required items.

Applications should be submitted here