Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Community Corrections
Job title Probation and Parole Officer Designation Administrative Officer 5
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $88,297 - $92,687 Location Katherine
Position number 36956 RTF Closing 12/02/2026
Contact officer Katie Murphy on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
Provide pre and post sentencing advice and offender management to enable community supervision with a focus on behaviour change
and community safety.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. As a statutory officer, supervise a caseload of offenders including high risk offenders, complying with legislation and Department
policy and procedures, using a participative case management model.
2. Undertake complex risk assessments to identify criminogenic risks and needs and formulate a structured approach to offender
supervision in order to help reduce the risk of further offending.
3. Use research, investigation, analysis and writing skills to undertake comprehensive pre-sentence and pre-release assessments to the
courts, Parole Board and Commissioner NTCS assessing suitability for supervision in the community and making recommendations as
to appropriate conditions and monitoring requirements.
1. Use a strengths-based approach and culturally appropriate tools and resources to deliver individualised case management which
motivates offenders to make pro-social choices and engender positive behaviour change.
1. Utilise contemporary tools such as electronic monitoring and COMMIT in individualised case management practice to monitor and
enforce conditions of supervision.
1. Identify and respond to non-compliance through timely investigation, gathering of evidence and preparation of breach reports to the
relevant authority, in accordance with departmental decision-making frameworks.
1. Travel to and work in regional and remote areas to attend circuit court, undertake offender supervision.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Certificate IV in Correctional Practice or recognised equivalent must be completed within the first 12 months of employment.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide accurate information, influence others, and prepare
professional written reports, sometimes within tight time constraints.
3. Working knowledge of case management and knowledge of interventions to address challenging behaviours e.g. substance abuse,
mental health problems.
4. Demonstrated prioritisation and co-ordination skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain
confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues in an appropriate and professional manner.
5. Ability to understand and apply legislation in the workplace, including the ability to follow policies and procedures.
6. Demonstrated administration skills and proficiency in the use of a variety of computer applications and databases for research, record
keeping and document production.
7. Proven initiative and self-motivation to work independently as well as part of a team.
8. Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to Aboriginal cultural issues with the ability to interact effectively with people of
diverse cultures.
Desirable
1. Completion of studies in a related field or currently studying in a related field (Criminal justice, counselling, sociology, psychology, law
or any other relevant studies).
Further information
The Department of Corrections has a Smoke Free Policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on Departmental premises, facilities
or in vehicles, nor whilst working off-site. The preferred applicant/s will be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and the
successful applicant/s will be required to undergo a criminal history check (confirmed by fingerprints and name check) prior to
commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position. All Department
of Corrections employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Approved: 04 April 2025 Louise Ogden A/Assistant Commissioner Community Corrections
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Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Community Corrections
Job title Probation and Parole Officer Designation Professional 2
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $90,204 - $107,554 Location Katherine
Position number 36956 RTF Closing 12/02/2026
Contact officer Katie Murphy on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
With a high level of autonomy, provide pre and post sentencing advice and offender management to enable community supervision with
a focus on behaviour change and community safety.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. As a statutory officer, supervise a caseload of offenders including high risk offenders, complying with legislation and Department
policy and procedures, using a participative case management model.
2. Undertake complex risk assessments to identify criminogenic risks and needs and formulate a structured approach to offender
supervision in order to help reduce the risk of further offending.
3. Use research, investigation, analysis and writing skills to undertake comprehensive pre-sentence and pre-release assessments to the
courts, Parole Board and Commissioner Department of Corrections assessing suitability for supervision in the community and making
recommendations as to appropriate conditions and monitoring requirements.
1. Use a strengths-based approach and culturally appropriate tools and resources to deliver individualised case management which
motivates offenders to make pro-social choices and engender positive behaviour change.
1. Utilise contemporary tools such as electronic monitoring and COMMIT in individualised case management practice to monitor and
enforce conditions of supervision.
1. Identify and respond to non-compliance through timely investigation, gathering of evidence and preparation of breach reports to the
relevant authority, in accordance with departmental decision-making frameworks.
1. Review assessments, reports and plans developed by other Probation and Parole Officers and provide feedback as appropriate.
2. Deliver specially designed psycho-educational offence-related programs to offenders in a group or individual setting.
3. Travel to and work in regional and remote areas to attend circuit court, undertake offender supervision.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Tertiary qualifications in one or more: Social Work, Behavioural Studies, Psychology, Criminology, Law or related field.
2. Certificate IV in Correctional Practice or recognised equivalent must be completed within the first 12 months of employment.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide accurate information, influence others, and prepare
professional written reports, often within tight time constraints.
4. Demonstrated knowledge of case management and knowledge of interventions to address challenging behaviours e.g. substance
abuse, mental health problems.
5. Demonstrated prioritisation and co-ordination skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain
confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues in an appropriate and professional manner.
6. Demonstrated understanding and application of legislation and policies and procedures.
7. Demonstrated administration skills and proficiency in the use of a variety of computer applications and databases for research, record
keeping and document production.
8. Demonstrated high level of proven initiative and self-motivation to work independently as well as part of a team.
9. Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to Aboriginal cultural issues with the ability to interact effectively with people of
diverse cultures.
Further information
The Department of Department of Corrections has a Smoke Free Policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on Departmental
premises, facilities or in vehicles, nor whilst working off-site. The preferred applicant/s will be required to complete a pre-employment
questionnaire and the successful applicant/s will be required to undergo a criminal history check (confirmed by fingerprints and name
check) prior to commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position.
All Department of Corrections employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.
Approved: 04 April 2025 Louise Ogden A/Assistant Commissioner Community Corrections
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Job description
Agency Department of Corrections Work unit Community Corrections
Job title Probation and Parole Officer Designation Administrative Officer 6
Job type Full time Duration Ongoing
Salary $96,620 - $107,721 Location Katherine
Position number 36956 RTF Closing
Contact officer Katie Murphy on or
About the agency
Apply online
APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A ONE-PAGE SUMMARY ABOUT YOU, A DETAILED RESUME AND COPIES OF YOUR TERTIARY
QUALIFICATIONS.
Information for applicants – inclusion and diversity and Special Measures recruitment plans
The NTPS values diversity. The NTPS encourages people from all diversity groups to apply for vacancies and accommodates people with
disability by making reasonable workplace adjustments. If you require an adjustment for the recruitment process or job, please discuss
this with the contact officer. For more information about applying for this position and the merit process, go to the OCPE website.
Aboriginal applicants will be granted priority consideration for this vacancy. For more information on Special Measures plans, go to the
OCPE website.
Primary objective
With a high level of autonomy, provide pre and post sentencing advice and offender management to enable community supervision with
a focus on behaviour change and community safety.
Key duties and responsibilities
1. As a statutory officer, supervise a caseload of offenders including high risk offenders, complying with legislation and Department
policy and procedures, using a participative case management model.
2. Undertake complex risk assessments to identify criminogenic risks and needs and formulate a structured approach to offender
supervision in order to help reduce the risk of further offending.
3. Use research, investigation, analysis and writing skills to undertake comprehensive pre-sentence and pre-release assessments to the
courts, Parole Board and Commissioner Department of Corrections assessing suitability for supervision in the community and making
recommendations as to appropriate conditions and monitoring requirements.
1. Use a strengths-based approach and culturally appropriate tools and resources to deliver individualised case management which
motivates offenders to make pro-social choices and engender positive behaviour change.
1. Utilise contemporary tools such as electronic monitoring and COMMIT in individualised case management practice to monitor and
enforce conditions of supervision.
1. Identify and respond to non-compliance through timely investigation, gathering of evidence and preparation of breach reports to the
relevant authority, in accordance with departmental decision-making frameworks.
1. Review assessments, reports and plans developed by other Probation and Parole Officers and provide feedback as appropriate.
2. Deliver specially designed psycho-educational offence-related programs to offenders in a group or individual setting.
3. Travel to and work in regional and remote areas to attend circuit court, undertake offender supervision.
Selection criteria
Essential
1. Certificate IV in Correctional Practice or recognised equivalent must be completed within the first 12 months of employment.
2. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to provide accurate information, influence others, and prepare
professional written reports, often within tight time constraints.
3. Demonstrated experience in case management and statutory functions in a human services field and knowledge of interventions to
address challenging behaviours e.g. sexual and violent offending, substance abuse, mental health problems.
4. Demonstrated prioritisation and co-ordination skills with the ability to perform effectively under pressure, meet deadlines, maintain
confidentiality and deal with sensitive issues in an appropriate and professional manner.
5. Demonstrated understanding and application of legislation and policies and procedures.
6. Demonstrated administration skills and proficiency in the use of a variety of computer applications and databases for research, record
keeping and document production.
7. Demonstrated high level of proven initiative and self-motivation to work independently as well as part of a team.
8. Demonstrated understanding of and sensitivity to Aboriginal cultural issues with the ability to interact effectively with people of
diverse cultures.
Desirable
1. Completion of studies in a related field or currently studying in a related field (Criminal justice, counselling, sociology, psychology, law
or any other relevant studies).
Further information
The Department of Corrections has a Smoke Free Policy. Staff are not permitted to smoke anywhere on Departmental premises, facilities
or in vehicles, nor whilst working off-site. The preferred applicant/s will be required to complete a pre-employment questionnaire and the
successful applicant/s will be required to undergo a criminal history check (confirmed by fingerprints and name check) prior to
commencement of employment. An adverse criminal history will not necessarily exclude an applicant from this position. All Department
of Corrections employees are subject to random drug and alcohol testing.