Kriminalvården is growing – we are looking for more employees!

Kriminalvården is expanding – we are building new facilities, renovating, and adding on, and we are now looking for more employees. Our most important 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 transport.

Read more about the operations at Västervik Prison on our website: Västervik Prison (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/kontakt/hitta-och-kontakta/verksamhet/anstalt/vastervik-norra/#verksamhet)

JOB DESCRIPTION

The role of the security officer involves planning and leading security work together with correctional officers, coordinating dog operations, and mentoring staff on security issues. In this position, you will work practically with security matters in close collaboration with other security functions. You will, among other things, work on the implementation and revision of security plans, instructions, and procedures.

As a security officer, you will participate in training activities regarding needs, planning, and follow-up. You will also be responsible for the introduction and continuing education of employees. The work also involves planning and follow-up of search operations as well as developing strategies, documentation, and statistical reporting. The security officer is involved in the handling, control, and supplementation of security-related equipment. You will also assist the duty officer in daily operations such as transport planning, staff ranking, and mail review.

There is no opportunity for remote work in the role of security officer.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who works well with others and relates to them in a responsive manner. The position will involve some independent work, so it is important that you take responsibility for your tasks by planning, organizing, and prioritizing effectively. Furthermore, you should enjoy working with complex issues while being adaptable to changing circumstances.

For us, it is important that you share Kriminalvården's fundamental values of a humane view of people, 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:

• The ability to express yourself well in spoken and written Swedish
• Complete upper secondary education
• Knowledge of and experience in case management
• Experience in security work
• Good computer skills

It is an advantage if you have:

• Completed leadership training
• University or college education in the field of security
• Worked in a coordinating role
• Good knowledge of applicable legislation and regulations
• Experience in authority exercise, preferably within the justice chain
• Knowledge of and/or experience working with ISAP, placements, the security handbook, and drug work

OTHER

To be considered for employment within Kriminalvården, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security, and confidentiality awareness, and comply with applicable laws. This means standing up for democratic values and the state values that apply to Kriminalvården's operations.

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

Kriminalvården strives for a balanced gender and age distribution as well as 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 at 0771-693 693. Questions about specific jobs will be answered by the contact person mentioned in the advertisement. We do not accept applications in paper form or via email.

We kindly but firmly request no direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies or salespeople of recruitment ads. Kriminalvården has contracted agreements.