Case Officer for the Joint National Investigation Group

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service is growing – we are building new facilities, renovating, and expanding, and we are now looking for more employees. Our primary 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, remand centers, and client transportation.

We are currently seeking case officers for the Joint National Investigation Group within the planning section for probation. The workgroup is based in the planning section for probation. Its main tasks are to support local operations within probation and prison by conducting investigations related to electronic monitoring and release, as well as providing training and mentorship.

The goal of the group's work is to support the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's efforts with specific release measures and electronic monitoring as tools in the recidivism prevention work while contributing to increasing the agency's capacity development.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

As a case officer in the Joint National Investigation Group, you will face a challenging and developing assignment. The tasks are primarily focused on electronic monitoring and release investigations, which involve significant collaboration with local operations. In addition to investigations, the group also works on developing and implementing training and mentoring colleagues. The tasks largely involve independent work requiring coordination, processing, coordination, and follow-up.

The workgroup is spread across the country in locations such as Norrköping, Vänersborg, Karlskoga, Linköping, and Umeå. Possible placement locations include Norrköping, Malmö, Gothenburg, Härnösand, Örebro, or Stockholm.

QUALIFICATIONS

We are looking for someone who works well with people and resolves conflicts constructively. To thrive in this role, you should plan, organize, and prioritize your work effectively and meet deadlines. You take responsibility for your tasks and drive processes forward. Furthermore, you take initiative, start activities, and work towards goals while focusing on achieving results.

It is important to us that you share the Swedish Prison and Probation Service's fundamental values of a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and belief in people's willingness and ability to develop. You should also be 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 candidates who have:

• Completed upper secondary education in the form of a final certificate or diploma
• Several years of experience in independent work with processing/investigation within the prison and probation service
• Experience with investigations in the prison and probation service involving electronic monitoring and/or release investigations
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in Swedish
• Good knowledge of the Office suite (Word and Excel)
• Good knowledge of KVR

It is advantageous if you have:

• Academic education deemed relevant by the prison and probation service
• Training in advanced probation, preferably with a focus on prison, release, community service, and electronic monitoring
• Experience working remotely
• Experience collaborating between different operational sites in the prison and probation service
• Experience training or mentoring others in the work
• Good ability to express yourself verbally and in writing in English

OTHER

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter and replace it with selection questions relevant to the position. The answers to the selection questions and your CV will determine if you qualify 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 standing up for democratic values and the state values that apply to the operations of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service.

Some positions are classified as security-sensitive, and a security screening with a background check will be conducted before a hiring decision is made. For certain security-sensitive positions, Swedish citizenship is required. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds and experiences. Read more about the security screening at: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/sakerhetsprovning-vid-rekrytering/ (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: https://www.kriminalvarden.se/jobba-hos-oss/rekryteringsprocessen/krigsplacering/ (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 mentioned in the advertisement.

We kindly but firmly request no direct contact with staffing and recruitment companies or sellers of recruitment ads. The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has contracted agreements.