Dog Handler/Security Officer (CB1-1) Apply Now

Citation Number: HO 2025/09/107
Training Center for Management and Functional Skills: National Head Office, Pretoria
Pay: R212 358 annually
Note: Correctional Services Act appointment

Requirements:

  • Grade 12
  • Successful completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/Basic Training

Competencies & Attributes:

  • Strong interpersonal skills (handling requests and troublesome offenders)
  • Ability to counsel agitated or suicidal offenders
  • Firefighting and first aid skills
  • Passion for working with dogs
  • Listening and communication skills
  • Tactful and reliable
  • Problem-solving and analytical ability
  • Control access and patrol prison grounds
  • Prevent entry/removal of unauthorized items
  • Prevent unauthorized contact with offenders
  • Activate emergency measures when needed to prevent escapes, assaults, and injuries
  • Prevent theft of government property
  • Patrol accommodation areas, kitchens, and work sections (day and night shifts) to prevent escapes and smuggling
  • Guard offenders at work areas and ensure their safety
  • Conduct searches of offenders and assign dogs to tracks when needed
  • Provide further training of service dogs and ensure safety of helpers at training venues
  • Evaluate dogs (hands-on approach) and provide physical care
  • Identify, isolate, and ensure prompt treatment for sick/injured dogs (including veterinary transport)
  • Ensure dogs are properly fed according to rations and have regular access to clean water
  • Maintain daily cleaning of kennels

Ms. N Khumalo

  • Tel: (012) 305 8589
  • Tel: (012) 307 2174

Send your complete application to:

COMPLETE JOB APPLICATION

important Notes:

  • Contact persons: Ms N Khumalo (012) 305 8589 / (012) 307 2174
  • Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements
  • CVs should clearly reflect compliance with the requirements and duties listed
  • Applicants are responsible for ensuring applications reach Department of Correctional Services before the closing date

Vacancies – Department of Correctional Services

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