ASSISTANT DIRECTOR: CRIMINOLOGIST

Requirements

Recognised Master’s Degree (NQF level 9) in Criminology. 6-10 years relevant or related experience. Background in working on behavioural assessment/profiling in the corrections/justice cluster will be an added advantage. Computer literate. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Communication, negotiation, analytical and report writing skills. Project and programme management. Problem solving, decision making and analysis. Change, stakeholder and people management. Confidentiality, integrity and honesty. Diplomacy, tactful and assertiveness. Ability to network. Resilient, influence and impact. Good communication, report writing, research and development skills.

Duties

Conduct risk assessment. Render induction assessment of high risk/high profile individuals to assess pattern of actions, demographics and motivation as well as other crime characteristics. Render risk management assessment to assess problematic and deficit areas and refer for professional intervention. Pre-parole assessment to assess progress of rehabilitation and risks and predictors for reoffending. Conduct behavioural assessment research. Interact with offenders to understand their criminal behaviour and determine their offending history and future risk of offending. Analyse and advise on criminality/risk behaviour occurring inside the management area. Compile data and form intact reports on crime/criminal related behaviours. Interview offenders to determine the effects of rehabilitation programmes and readiness for parole in terms of their risk for reoffending. Compilation and provision of pro file/criminologist report to Case Management Committees (CMC)/Correctional Supervision and Parole Boards (CSPB) to enhance decision making process. Identify problematic criminal behaviour and recommend referral to professionals. Apply wide range of theories and scientific academic literature to explain criminal behaviour. Assist in compilation and quality checking of profiles (G326) prior to submission to the CSPB. Contribute in the development, compilation and implementation of the criminogenic risk assessment/profiling tools for offenders. Identify shortfalls in the assessment, classification and profiling of offenders. Conduct research and assist criminologist sub directorate to improve offender risk profiling tools. Develop remedial action in addressing shortfalls identified. Provide orientation and capacity building of correctional assessment officials and other officials in the area of work to improve offender risk assessment and profiling practice. Conduct research in respect of all assessment tools. Promote criminological activities and awareness. Plan and organize awareness campaigns. Create and develop information leaflets. Research the effects of gangsterism within correctional facilities. Liaise with relevant DCS officials, professional officials and external stakeholders with regard to criminological theories, recidivism risks and patterns. Promote partnerships with communities and NGO’s to promote successful integration. Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.

Where to send your application

should be submitted online at https://careers.dcs.gov.za/ Emailed, post or hand delivered applications will not be considered.

Enquiries

Eastern Cape region: Ms Myataza Z Tel No: (043) 706 7866/Ms Mgugudo N Tel No: (043) 706 7882. Western Cape region: Ms. A Reddy Tel No: (021) 559 7920 / Ms. NC Sotyibi Tel No: (021) 558 0518/ Mr S. Sikisazane Tel No: (021) 558 0108.

Note

Candidates who previously applied need to re-apply. Appointment under the Public Service Act.

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