SECURITY MANAGER: DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT [CB4]

Department of Correctional Services

Reference number: HO 2026/11/15
Salary: R511 470 per annum
Centre: Kroonstad Training College
Province: Free State
Closing date: 9 November 2026
Circular: No 38 of 2026

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Requirements

Relevant Degree / National Diploma (NQF level 6) in Behavioural Sciences. Successful completion of the Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training. At least seven (7) years relevant experience in a supervisory post (CB3). Registered and accredited as an Assessor and Moderator will be an added advantage. Computer literacy. Valid driver’s licence. Competencies And Attributes: Firearm skills and the use of relevant security technology. Communication, project and programme management. Transformation, change and stakeholder management. Problem solving, analysis, service delivery innovation, decision making, people management and empowerment. In depth understanding of safety and security in a correctional environment. Integrity and honesty, confidentiality, good interpersonal relations and knowledge of the Correctional Services Act, Act 111 of 1998, as amended. Assertiveness, ability to network and diplomacy. Understanding the Public Service Policies and Legislative Framework. service delivery and client orientation, assertiveness and ability to network, influence and impact, ability to apply strategic thinking, willingness to travel.

Duties

Procure and allocate training resources. Manage sub-inventory registers. Ensure availability of stationery and training material. Manage the resource centre. Manage training-related administration and training facilities. Ensure availability of keys and registers. Ensure hygienic condition of training facilities in compliance with OHS-standards. Registration of learners with SASSETA. Check learner qualification and identification. Coordinate and manage the submission of Portfolio of Evidence (POE) files after moderation. Assist with preparation and finalisation of related administration for internal and external verification. Manage record-keeping of training related activities. Ensure confidentiality of records. Registration of Assessors and Moderators with SASSETA. Provide support, guidance and advice on a continuous basis. Render learner support. Duplicating of assessment tools. Supervise custodial duties. Ensure signing for and receiving of security equipment. Conduct counting and confirming of offender totals. Record, report incidents and facilitate rehabilitation programmes. Register, handle/refer inmates’ complaints and requests. Ensure conducting of internal and external custodial duties in a humane and secure correctional/remand detention environment. Ensure conducting of administrative duties when performing internal and external custodial duties. Handle and deal with various emergency situations when performing custodial duties. Attend OHS-meetings. Compile monthly progress reports. Management of performance information. Manage human resources, finance 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

National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo Tel No: (012) 307 2174 or Ms TP Ngobeni Tel No: (012) 305 8589.

Note

Appointment under the Correctional Services Act.

Taken from Public Service Vacancy Circular 38 of 2026, published by the Department of Public Service and Administration on 23 October 2026. Open the PDF to check this post against the original. Last checked 24 October 2026.