As a Probation Services Officer, you’ll play a vital role in encouraging pro-social behaviours, promoting rehabilitation, and contributing to safer communities across Queensland.

Job details

- Position status: Fixed Term Temporary
- Position type: Flexible full-time
- Occupational group: Community Care
- Classification: AO4
- Workplace Location: North West Qld,Wide Bay,Darling Downs - Maranoa,Far North Qld,Mackay region,Rockhampton region,Central West Qld,South West Qld
- Job ad reference: QLD/ CAP/26
- Closing date: 23-Jul-2027
- Yearly salary: $90868 - $99582
- Fortnightly salary: $ - $
- Job duration: 6 months with possible extension
- Contact person: Talent Acquisition Group
- Contact details: Phone: Access the National Relay Service

Community Corrections supervises adult offenders across Queensland, aiming to reduce reoffending and improve public safety. Operating from offices in seven regions, including metropolitan, rural, and remote areas, the teams support individuals in fulfilling community-based orders and making positive life changes.

As a Probation Services Officer, you'll play a vital role in encouraging pro-social behaviours, promoting rehabilitation, and contributing to safer communities across Queensland.

To succeed in this role, you'll demonstrate:

- Effective task management, meeting deadlines while working independently and in a team
- Proven experience engaging diverse internal and external stakeholders to support service delivery
- Strong awareness of sensitive issues, with a commitment to privacy and legislative compliance
- Well-developed communication skills, including the ability to conduct difficult conversations, resolve issues, and negotiate positive outcomes

Why join us?

- Meaningful, purpose-driven work supporting rehabilitation and community safety
- Structured,



role-specific training to build capability and confidence
- Fully supported Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community)
- AO4 salary + 12.75% employer superannuation
- Adaptable leave options and annual leave loading
- Statewide career pathways across metro, regional, rural and remote locations
- Inclusive, supportive workplace
- Roles based in rural and remote Community Corrections locations may be eligible for additional Remote Area Incentive Scheme benefits.

Additional information:

- Formal qualifications aren't mandatory, but tertiary qualifications in human services disciplines are highly regarded
- Successful applicants must complete the Certificate IV in Correctional Practice (Community) — activities/assessments within 12 months, full certification within 18 months
- A current C class driver's licence is required
- Training relevant to operational demands (e.g. urinalysis testing, court-related duties) may be required, as identified by the relevant delegate

Further information:

QCS is committed to a diverse, inclusive workforce reflecting our community, and welcomes applicants to share health conditions, disabilities, or cultural/linguistic backgrounds with the Talent Acquisition Group so we can support equitable participation

- The role may be based at any listed location; opportunities may vary in duration.
- Submitting your application and location preferences doesn't guarantee an offer or placement
- Applications remain current for 12 months and may be considered for a talent pool for similar vacancies, including at other centres

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Multiple positions available.

Continuous Applicant Pool closing Friday, 23rd July 2027

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