In this role you will contribute to the day‑to‑day operations of Sentence Management Services performing sentence management functions either in a correctional centre or within a hub workplace at designated locations. The role is responsible for:

- engaging with and assessing prisoners, report preparation and writing; and completing necessary administrative tasks associated with lawful detention, court attendance and parole processes.
- providing supervision and service delivery coordination for small work units to ensure compliance with timeframes, legislation and departmental policies, procedures and practice directives.

Requirements

- An understanding of the criminal justice system or similar legislated work environment or alternatively demonstrated workplace experience that would evidence your ability to rapidly acquire this knowledge is highly desirable.




- Demonstrated ability to meet the challenges of a demanding work environment including high level planning and organisational skills that ensure multiple tasks are completed within identified timeframes.
- Interpersonal and negotiation skills to support service delivery in an environment where engagement with a range of internal and external stakeholders is critical.
- Highly developed problem‑solving skills to ensure issues are identified and resolved including a demonstrated ability to identify and respond appropriately to identified risks related to prisoner management.
- Strong written and oral communication skills and an attention to detail in this regard including in the preparation of and completion of complex reports, for both internal and external stakeholders; and
- Demonstrated ability to supervise staff, set priorities, monitor workflow and develop local strategies or work practices.

Applications remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/ /26

Closing Date: Thursday, 30th July 2026

Occupational group Administration

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📌 Sentence Planning Coordinator (Cairns Regional)
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