Swedish Prison and Probation Service is Growing – We Are Looking for More Employees!

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service 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 Mariefred Prison on our website: Mariefred Prison (https://www.kriminalvarden.se/kontakt/hitta-och-kontakta/verksamhet/anstalt/mariefred/#verksamhet)

Mariefred Prison is located in Strängnäs municipality, about 2 km outside of Mariefred. There is no public transport to the prison, so if you rely on public transport, the nearest bus station is about 2 km away, which is approximately a 30-minute walk. If you commute by train, you can bring your bicycle and use the bike path to the prison. If you drive, there is staff parking available adjacent to the prison.

We are looking for you who already know that you want to make a difference in the summer of 2026. With us, you will be part of something bigger – our shared mission for a safer society. Apply to us for a valuable summer job that you will carry with you for the rest of your life!

JOB DESCRIPTION

Secure a summer substitute position at Mariefred Prison now.

Do you want to contribute to a safer society? As a correctional officer in a prison, you are the foundation of the security work. You work in a team with other professionals to maintain a safe and secure environment and to motivate clients towards a life without crime. Daily tasks include locking and unlocking residential rooms, searching premises, and supervision, as well as providing counseling and preparing for release, among other things. The role of a correctional officer involves a structured and routine-based approach with a focus on risk assessment and security awareness.

Working as a correctional officer means you can make a difference for other people and contribute to a better society. To thrive and succeed in your role, it is important that you share the fundamental values of the Swedish Prison and Probation Service regarding a humane view of humanity, respect for the individual, and the belief that people can develop. You will become part of a safe and engaged work community where collaboration, responsibility, and respect are central values.

QUALIFICATIONS

We place great emphasis on your personal suitability. You are secure, stable, have good self-awareness, sound judgment, and integrity. You enjoy working together with others and communicate clearly. You share our belief that people can develop and change. Furthermore, you should have good physical fitness and be able to act physically when required.

We are looking for candidates who have:

• Work experience, including seasonal work, part-time employment, or self-employment. Internships and volunteer work are not equivalent to employment.
• Complete upper secondary education or other education combined with work experience that the Swedish Prison and Probation Service deems relevant.
• The ability to express yourself well in spoken and written Swedish.

It is an advantage if you have:

• Work experience from corrections, security work, service work, psychiatry, or healthcare and social care.
• Knowledge in relevant areas, such as behavioral science, criminology, psychiatry, law, and conflict management.
• A valid driver's license (B).
• Relevant language skills.

OTHER INFORMATION

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service has chosen to remove the personal letter requirement and replaced it with selection questions relevant to the position. The answers to the selection questions and your CV will determine if you are qualified to proceed in the process.

To be considered for employment with the Swedish Prison and Probation Service, you must meet high standards regarding suitability, judgment, security, and confidentiality awareness, and you must 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 classified for security purposes, and a security check with a background check 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 check at: Security Check (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.

The Swedish Prison and Probation Service strives for gender balance and increased diversity.

We conduct ongoing selection.

To submit your application, click on the application link in the ad. 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 ad.

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.