Swedish Prison and Probation Service is Growing – We Are Expanding!

We are now looking for more employees. Our main goal is to reduce recidivism – to break the vicious cycle. If we succeed, society will be safer and more secure for everyone. We are the authority responsible for prisons, probation, detention centers, and client transportation.

The section for deferred conditional release at the headquarters in Norrköping consists of about 15 employees and belongs to the legal department of the headquarters. The section is expanding with several positions due to new legislation in the area of deferred conditional release that will come into effect on January 1, 2026.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The main task of the section is to make decisions in centrally placed client cases. Currently, this involves cases of deferred conditional release and cases concerning victim information when clients have protected personal data. Relevant categories may be broadened in the near future. We provide advice and support to other operations and participate in the agency's practice-coordinating activities. The section collaborates with other functions within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service and represents the agency in court regarding the cases handled by the section.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for a person who is secure and stable, with a well-developed self-awareness. You find it easy to collaborate and are flexible in adapting to changing circumstances. You have the ability to process complex information effectively and work purposefully to achieve results. Through structured planning, prioritization, and goal-oriented action, you ensure success in your daily work.

It is important to us that you share the fundamental values of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service regarding a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and belief in the human will and ability to develop. You are also aware of and understand how background, culture, and group affiliation affect yourself and others. Furthermore, you are expected to contribute to ensuring that everyone is treated equally through your approach. We place great emphasis on personal suitability.

We are looking for someone who has:

• A law degree or legal higher education degree
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish
• Very good analytical skills

It is an advantage if you have:

• Experience in decision-making in matters of authority against individuals
• Experience working as a lawyer in private or public practice
• Experience in case management or client-facing work within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service
• Court experience through, for example, clerkship

OTHER

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter and replaced it with selection questions that are relevant to the position. The answers to the selection questions and CV will form the basis for whether you are qualified to proceed in the process.

To be considered for employment within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security, and confidentiality awareness and comply with applicable laws. This means that you uphold democratic values and the state values that apply to the operations of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.

Some positions are placed in a security class, and a security review with background checks will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. For certain security-classified positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Read more about the security review at: security review during recruitment (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/).

The position may involve military placement within the Swedish Prison and Probation Service. Read more about military placement at: military placement (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/).

Individual salary setting applies.

Probationary employment may be applied.

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for a balanced gender distribution and increased diversity.

To submit your application, click on the application link in the advertisement. Questions about how to apply and submit your CV should be directed to Visma Recruit. Questions about specific jobs will be answered by the contact person indicated in the advertisement.

We kindly but firmly decline direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies as well as sellers of recruitment ads. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has contracted agreements.