JOB
DESCRIPTION: 1. Support for the Inspector of Custodial Services
• Provides assistance and support for the Inspector of Custodial Services in relation to the performance of relevant functions arising under the Inspector of Custodial Services Act 2003.
• Undertakes research for special project topics as determined by the Director of Operations.
2. Plans and coordinates inspections
• Draft inspection reports under tight timeframes
3. Participation in the Inspection Team
• Contributes to the establishment and maintenance of custodial service inspection standards, methods and procedures.
• Participates in the planning, inspections and reviews of custodial places and services.
• Undertakes research in relation to inspection reports to ensure findings are consistent with best practice.
4. Policy and Planning
• Undertakes environmental scanning to identify future issues, trends and best practice in custodial services.
• Participates in the development, evaluation and communication of strategic direction and policy and ensures that all plans are integrated and consistent with the objectives of the Office.
5. Liaison officer responsibilities for a portfolio of custodial facilities
• Undertakes regular formal, structured liaison visits to each of the officer’s allocated facility
• Liaises with allocated facilities to maintain up to date knowledge about its operating environment
• Contributes to the development of the framework for and participates in stakeholder consultant and support.
• Liaises with relevant external agency personnel associated with custodial services inspections.
• Liaises with the Independent Visitor Scheme to facilitate referrals and responses.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with custodial service agencies.
6. Dynamic Resourcing
• The incumbent of the position may be required to perform any other role within the incumbent’s level of skill, competence and responsibility to support the organisation’s achievements and the incumbent’s development.
Policies & Regulatory Framework: All duties shall be performed in accordance with the policy and regulatory framework in which the Office of the Inspector of Custodial Services operates.