Safety and Security Officer - Custodial Youth Justice - 979886
Department for Education, Children and Young People
Child Safety & Youth Justice Operations
Care Custodial & Support Services
Applications must be submitted by Sunday 22 March, 2026 11:55 PM
Sunday 22 March, 2026 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services Tasmanian State Service Award - General Stream Band 3
$73,811 to $79,779 per annum
Employment type:
Fixed-term, full-time
Region:
North
Within this context the Safety and Security Officer will support the ongoing safety and security improvements at Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC) through maintaining the safety and security of AYDC by controlling access to the centre, screening for contraband, monitoring surveillance cameras and managing personal security equipment.
The Team
Our Custodial Youth Justice team supports young people in a safe and secure custodial environment at Ashley Youth Detention Centre (AYDC) in Deloraine, Northern Tasmania. A safe environment is critical for the healthy development and rehabilitation of young people in a youth justice detention centre. All young people and workers (including AYDC staff, teachers, nurses, service providers and contractors) need to feel safe at all times while on the site. A critical component of that safety is security.
About the Role
As a Safety and Security Officer you will support and maintain the safety and security of AYDC by controlling access to the centre, screening for contraband, monitoring surveillance cameras and managing personal security equipment.
We are offering
12 months with an ASAP start date
Full-time, 76 hours per fortnight
* Leave Loading and an additional 6.5% Corrections Allowance
To be part of a child-safe organisation
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Applicants should be aware that for twelve (12) months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill any subsequent full-time or part-time vacancies in accordance with Employment Direction 1.
We are looking for
* Current Tasmanian Registration to Work with Vulnerable People (RWVP) with a registration Status – Employment
The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:
1 Conviction checks in the following areas:
a) crimes of violence
b) sex related offences
c) serious drug offences
d) crimes involving dishonesty
e) serious traffic offences
2 Identification check
3 Disciplinary actions in previous employment check
* Experience working in a Control Room or a security-critical environment
Please note: The cost associated with obtaining a RWVP is the responsibility of the individual.
Statement of Duties and a reference guide to assist with applying online
* a 1–2 page written response demonstrating your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the Statement of Duties, and
* a resume that contains relevant personal details and work history.
* a valid email address for the purposes of email communication.
* The contact details of two referees (one must be your current or previous manager) who can confirm your work performance and ability to perform the duties.
Please note that we do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
Applications should be submitted online by 11.55pm AEDT on the advertised closing date.
Should you have any difficulties regarding applying for this vacancy online, please contact Department for Education, Children and Young People, HR Recruitment and Employment via phone +61 3 6165 6285 or email .
Applicants needing more information are encouraged to request specific details of the vacancy from the Contact Person.
Name: Kirby Triffett
Title:Fire, Safety and Security Coordinator
Phone: 0417 182 658
Email:
About DECYP
Our goal is to work together to ensure that every child and young person in Tasmania is known, safe, well and learning.
The child is at the centre of everything we do and the way we do it.
Our values ofConnection, Courage, Growth, Respect, Responsibilityrepresent the foundation of our department's culture and guide us in all that we do to ensurebright lives positive futuresfor every child and young person in Tasmania.
We bring our values to life through our everyday behaviours and actions. We want to attract, recruit and retain people who uphold these values and are committed to building a strong values based culture.
* Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
* Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
* Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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