About the Role
The Department of Correctional Services is currently seeking a Security Manager for Basic Training based in Kroonstad Training College. This pivotal role encompasses supervising and delivering instructional and experiential learning within the correctional environment, ensuring that both staff and inmates benefit from high-quality training and assessment processes. As a Security Manager, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and secure detention environment while fostering rehabilitation and humane incarceration practices. Your contributions will directly impact the lives of individuals within the correctional system, promoting a culture of respect and responsibility within the community.
In this role, you will take charge of overseeing the performance of custodial duties and managing human resources, finance, and assets. By guiding the training and development of correctional personnel, you will be instrumental in shaping the future of public service in South Africa. Your leadership will not only enhance safety and security measures but also promote the effective rehabilitation of inmates, making a meaningful difference in the lives of many.
About the Department
The Department of Correctional Services is dedicated to ensuring the safety of South African society while providing opportunities for rehabilitation and reintegration for offenders. With a strong commitment to upholding human rights and dignity, the department focuses on creating a correctional environment that values education, training, and personal development. Working within this department means being part of an essential mission to improve public safety and support the reintegration of individuals back into society.
The department prioritizes the development of its staff as well, recognizing that skilled and well-trained personnel are fundamental to achieving its goals. By joining this department, you will contribute to a workforce that is motivated to make a positive impact on the lives of individuals and the broader community.
What You’ll Do
- Supervise the delivery of instructional and experiential learning in the correctional setting.
- Facilitate presentations and manage class administration effectively.
- Oversee the preparation and administration of assessments within the correctional environment.
- Ensure safe and secure detention procedures are followed.
- Manage performance information and report on outcomes.
- Supervise custodial duties and enhance the performance of staff.
- Administer human resources, finance, and asset management functions.
What You’ll Need
- Relevant Degree or National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences.
- Successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership or Basic Training.
- At least seven (7) years of relevant supervisory experience.
- Registration as an Assessor and Moderator is preferred but not essential.
- Strong computer literacy skills and a valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies in financial management, problem-solving, planning, and project management.
- Strong leadership attributes, including integrity, confidentiality, and the ability to work with diverse teams.
- Willingness to travel as required.
How to Apply
Applications can be submitted by hand delivery during office hours to 20 Steve Biko Street, Agriculture Place, Arcadia, Pretoria, 0002 or by email [email protected].
Requirements
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 Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage.
Computer literacy.
Valid driver’s licence.
Competencies And Attributes: Financial management.
Physical wellness.
Problem-solving and decision- making, facilitation and presentation, planning and organizing, project management, conflict management, report writing, coaching and mentoring and time management skills.
Change management.
Lead and control.
Ability to lead a team.
Confidentiality, integrity and honesty.
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.
Job Duties
Provide and supervise the delivery of instructional and experiential/workplace learning.Supervise the facilitation of presentations and the administration of classes in the correctional environment.
Prepare and supervise the preparation and administration of assessments within the correctional environment.
Provide safe and secure detention, rehabilitation process and humane incarceration in a correctional environment.
Supervise the performance of custodial duties within a correctional/remand detention environment.
Management of performance information.
Manage human resources, finance and assets.
