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Unit Group

4521 Correctional Officers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

4521 Correctional Officers

Supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.

Community Corrections Officers are excluded from this unit group. Community Corrections Officers are included in Occupation 411631 Community Corrections Officer.

OSCA skill level

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

  • Skill Level 4: AQF Certificate II, AQF Certificate III, or at least one year of relevant experience
Occupation

452131 Correctional Officer

Supervises and controls the activities of inmates in a prison or other correctional institution.

Community Corrections Officers are excluded from this occupation. Community Corrections Officers are included in Occupation 411631 Community Corrections Officer.

Alternative titles

  • Corrections Officer
  • Prison Officer

Specialisation

  • Custodial Officer

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Maintains security and order within a prison or other correctional institution
  • Inspects cells, common areas and facilities for weapons, drugs and other contraband items, and ensures compliance with institutional rules and regulations
  • Monitors inmate activities and behaviour, intervenes in situations that may pose a risk to safety or security, and prevents disturbances and escapes
  • Escorts inmates to and from various locations, such as medical facilities in the community, and the correctional institution
  • Provides support and guidance to inmates, including conflict resolution