Stage One - Screen Application
Our recruitment team will review your application to see if you meet the minimum requirements of the role.
Stage Two - Psychometric Assessment
After the recruitment team has assessed your application, you may be invited to complete a Cognitive, IQ and personality profile assessment online.
Stage Three - Interview
After evaluation of your testing, you may be invited to attend an interview. This interview is your opportunity to demonstrate the qualities needed to succeed in the role of Correctional Officer, such as:
- Integrity
- Respect
- Self-confidence
- Communication
- Conflict Management
- Resilience
- Critical thinking
- Emotional Stability
- Cultural Awareness
To prepare for a Correctional Officer interview, you should familiarise yourself with the Job Description.
We will ask questions about your education, work history, social interactions, community involvement, and overall life experience – be prepared to talk about examples.
Stage Four - Medical Examination & Physical Requirements
To be a Correctional Officer you need to meet the required medical standards.
Our medical provider will conduct a comprehensive service designed to ensure you meet the demands of the role.
Stage Five - Background & Referee Checks
The recruitment team will conduct a criminal history check and any conflicts of interest.
The team will contact your previous employers or professional references to confirm your work history and character.
Stage Six – Review & Decision
If your application is successful, you will be contacted with an offer of employment and details of when your training will begin.
Please note:
- Completing all stages does not guarantee an offer of employment
- Feedback on unsuccessful applications will not be provided
- The stages of the selection process may occur simultaneously and may take some time to occur
Prison Placement
Applicants can select their preferred prison in their application form. We will try to accommodate your first choice; however, your placement will be dependent on operational requirements and/ or job vacancies
Further information
Contact our recruitment consultants on (08) 8226 9150 or (08) 8226 9048
Email: DCSTCORecruitment@sa.gov.au