About the Role
The Department of Basic Education is seeking a dedicated Screening Officer to join their team in Pretoria, Gauteng. This essential role focuses on ensuring the integrity and security of the hiring process within the public service. As a Screening Officer, you will play a vital part in safeguarding the community by conducting thorough background checks on potential employees, contributing to a trustworthy and effective education system. Your work will directly impact the safety and quality of education provided to South Africans, making this position both rewarding and significant.
In the heart of Pretoria, you will engage with various branches and stakeholders, including the State Security Agency and local police, to perform crucial security screenings. The responsibilities you undertake will not only enhance the hiring process but also foster a safer environment for all involved in the education sector. This role is an excellent opportunity for individuals who are passionate about public service and keen to contribute positively to their community.
About the Department
The Department of Basic Education is committed to providing quality education to all South Africans. It focuses on developing a skilled workforce equipped to meet the demands of a dynamic society. The department’s mission is to ensure that every learner has access to quality education, which is foundational for the growth and development of the nation. Working within this department means you will be part of a larger vision that aims to uplift communities and empower individuals through education.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct security screenings for new employees, ensuring all necessary checks are completed.
- Register and manage screening requests from various branches in the department.
- Take fingerprints and retrieve security screening information from both internal and external databases.
- Perform credit checks, criminal checks, qualification checks, identity verification, and employment verification.
- Liaise with the State Security Agency and police to address screening matters.
- Administer and maintain security and background screening processes, including compiling reports and letters for relevant authorities.
What You’ll Need
- A Grade 12 certificate and a Degree or National Diploma in Security Risk Management, Policing, or Police Science.
- At least one year of experience in a relevant environment.
- Strong knowledge of security administration and systems.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
Applicants must be in possession of grade 12 certificate and Degree / National Diploma in Security Risk Management / Policing / Police Science.Minimum of (one) 1 year experience in relevant environment.
Job Related Knowledge: Knowledge on security administration.
Extensive knowledge of security systems.
Job Duties
Render security screening of new employees: Receive request from Human Resource Administration.Register in screening databases.
Receive screening request from various branches.
Conduct security screening for special events.
Take fingerprints of candidates.
Retrieve security screening information from internal and external databases: Conduct credit check verification.
Conduct criminal check verification.
Conduct qualification verification.
Identity verification.
Conduct employment check verification.
Liaise with State Security Agency and Police for screening matters: Conduct integrity checks.
Conduct administration of security and background processes: Open screening files.
Compile security screening request letter to SSA and SAPS.
Distribute security report to HRA.
