The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has opened applications for a wide range of vacancies at its National Head Office in Pretoria. These opportunities are aimed at skilled professionals who want to contribute to the safety, rehabilitation, and effective management of correctional facilities across South Africa.
Available Department of Correctional Services Vacancies
1. Security Officer: Dog Handler (CB1-1) – Ref No: HO 2025/09/107
- Salary: R212 358 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Directorate: Functional and Management Training
- Requirements:
- Grade 12 certificate.
- Completion of the Correctional Science Learnership/Basic Training.
- Skills in offender counselling, communication, firefighting, and first aid.
- Passion for dogs, with strong observation and problem-solving abilities.
- Key Competencies: Interpersonal relations, tact, crisis management, dog handling expertise.
- Duties:
- Patrol prison grounds and control access points.
- Prevent smuggling, escapes, and unauthorised contact.
- Guard offenders at work areas to ensure their safety.
- Search offenders, identify tracks, and assign dogs.
- Train, feed, and provide veterinary care for service dogs.
- Ensure daily cleaning of kennels and safe isolation of sick or new dogs.
2. Legal Administration Officer (MR1–5) – Ref No: HO 2025/09/89
- Salary: R252 855 – R1 111 323 per annum (depending on post level and years of experience)
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Directorate: Legal Contract Management
- Requirements:
- LLB or equivalent legal qualification.
- MR1 requires no experience; MR2–MR5 range from 1 to 14+ years of legal experience.
- Computer literacy and valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies: Legal research, litigation management, negotiation, financial management, project leadership, and report writing.
- Duties:
- Handle litigation for and against DCS.
- Draft and amend legal policies.
- Provide legal advice and training to staff.
- Represent DCS in legal forums and hearings.
- Manage legal resources, including libraries and records.
3. Assistant Director: Financial Management Support – Ref No: HO 2025/09/30
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Procurement Directorate
- Requirements:
- Diploma/degree in SCM, Procurement, Financial/Cost Accounting, or Accounting.
- 3–5 years of relevant financial management experience.
- Computer literacy and valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies: BAS and LOGIS systems, numeracy, budgeting, problem-solving, financial reporting.
- Duties:
- Manage procurement budgets and multi-year estimates.
- Place and monitor supplier orders.
- Lead financial meetings and oversee settlement of accounts.
- Maintain compliance with PFMA requirements.
4. Assistant Director: Financial Management Administration – Ref No: HO 2025/09/31
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Management Accounting Directorate
- Requirements:
- Diploma/degree in Financial Management with Cost & Management Accounting.
- 3–5 years of budgeting experience.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies: Government transversal systems (BAS), Treasury regulations, analytical and leadership skills.
- Duties:
- Manage budget planning and reprioritisation of funds.
- Consolidate MTEF budget inputs.
- Ensure compliance with PFMA and Treasury guidelines.
- Align budgets with operational and strategic plans.
5. Assistant Director: Budget Control Personnel and Revenue – Ref No: HO 2025/09/32
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Financial Management with Cost and Management Accounting; 3–5 years of experience; BAS knowledge.
- Competencies: Decision-making, conflict management, PFMA expertise, strong leadership.
- Duties:
- Monitor compensation budgets and departmental revenue.
- Prepare revised annual cash flow projections.
- Investigate budget variances and implement corrective measures.
- Ensure budget allocation meets departmental priorities.
6. Assistant Director: Financial Directives Policy and Training – Ref No: HO 2025/09/33
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Financial Accounting Directorate
- Requirements: Degree/diploma in Financial Management (Accounting majors preferred), 3–5 years’ experience.
- Competencies: PFMA, Treasury Regulations, financial training, HRM policies, and project management.
- Duties:
- Facilitate financial training courses.
- Develop and maintain financial policy directives.
- Evaluate training outcomes and support regions.
- Mentor junior financial officers and manage directives manuals.
7. Assistant Director: Budget Control: Development and Care – Ref No: HO 2025/09/34
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Management Accounting
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Financial Management; 3–5 years’ experience; BAS knowledge.
- Duties:
- Coordinate virement inputs and reprioritisation.
- Manage original and adjusted budgets across regions.
- Monitor expenditure and address deviations.
- Balance internal charges and ensure targets are achieved.
8. Assistant Director: Analyst Developer – Ref No: HO 2025/09/35
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Systems Development Infrastructure
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in IT, 3–5 years’ development experience in Microsoft environment. Knowledge of C++, Java, VB.Net, SQL, PHP, Oracle, etc.
- Competencies: System design, database management, project management, problem-solving.
- Duties:
- Develop, test, and maintain IT systems.
- Conduct quality assurance and end-user support.
- Code, document, and manage programmes.
- Collaborate with analysts and project managers.
9. Assistant Director: International Conferences – Ref No: HO 2025/09/36
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – International Relations
- Requirements: Degree/diploma in International Relations; 3–5 years’ relevant experience.
- Duties:
- Coordinate international visits and conferences.
- Manage DCS participation in global correctional forums.
- Liaise with DIRCO and embassies on foreign offender matters.
- Handle logistics, budgeting, and consular services.
10. Assistant Director: Bilateral and Multilateral Relations – Ref No: HO 2025/09/37
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – International Relations
- Requirements: Degree/diploma in International Relations; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Represent DCS in meetings with Angola, Lesotho, Nigeria, and Zimbabwe.
- Handle UN questionnaires and compliance reports.
- Prepare departmental input for annual UN forums.
- Monitor and distribute UN resolutions to relevant functionaries.
11. Assistant Director: Offender Information Management – Ref No: HO 2025/09/38
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Policy, Research & Information Management
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Information/Knowledge Management; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Implement information governance framework.
- Maintain offender statistics databases.
- Conduct regional audits.
- Provide technical support for offender data systems.
12. Assistant Director: Injury on Duty – Ref No: HO 2025/09/39
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Employee Wellness & OHS
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Occupational Health, Safety Management, or Hygiene; 3–5 years’ OHS experience.
- Duties:
- Administer COIDA processes.
- Ensure timely reporting and claims for occupational injuries.
- Conduct research and monitor incidents.
- Support compliance with OHS regulations.
13. Assistant Director: Gymnasiums and Biokinetics – Ref No: HO 2025/09/40
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Employee Wellness & OHS
- Requirements: Degree in Biokinetics or Sports Management; 3–5 years’ wellness/fitness experience.
- Duties:
- Promote staff wellness campaigns.
- Manage gym and biokinetic programmes.
- Conduct fitness assessments and track statistics.
- Run national wellness challenges.
14. Assistant Director: Information Technology Audit – Ref No: HO 2025/09/41
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Specialised Audit
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Internal Auditing; 3–5 years’ audit experience.
- Duties:
- Conduct IT risk-based audits.
- Develop annual and three-year audit plans.
- Analyse processes, compile reports, and monitor corrective action.
- Supervise audit teams.
15. Assistant Director: Procurement Policy Implementation and Control – Ref No: HO 2025/09/42
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Procurement Administration
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in Procurement or SCM; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Implement procurement policies and delegated powers.
- Monitor and correct deficiencies.
- Facilitate staff training.
- Maintain irregular expenditure records.
16. Assistant Director: Persal Manager – Ref No: HO 2025/09/43
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – HR Administration & Utilisation
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in HR/Industrial Psychology; 3–5 years’ HR experience; advanced PERSAL training.
- Duties:
- Manage user access and permissions.
- Maintain personnel records and data accuracy.
- Provide support, training, and troubleshooting.
- Analyse PERSAL data and trends.
17. Assistant Director: Centralised Functional Training – Ref No: HO 2025/09/44
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Functional Management & Training
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in HR Development/Education; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Manage training databases and catalogues.
- Align interventions to legislative requirements.
- Review training policies.
- Compile monthly training reports.
18. Assistant Director: Course Development – Ref No: HO 2025/09/45
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Functional Management & Training
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in HR Development; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Develop and review training course materials.
- Set development guidelines and monitor implementation.
- Ensure departmental training aligns with regulations.
19. Assistant Director: Senior Management Training – Ref No: HO 2025/09/46
- Salary: R468 459 per annum
- Centre: National Head Office, Pretoria – Functional Management & Training
- Requirements: Diploma/degree in HR Development/HR Management; 3–5 years’ experience.
- Duties:
- Oversee training for senior managers.
- Align training with organisational strategy.
- Measure training impact and performance improvement.
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How to Apply
- Closing Date: 14 October 2025 at 15h45
- Applications must be submitted to:
- Post: Department of Correctional Services, Post Advertisement Section, Private Bag X136, Pretoria, 0001
- Hand Deliver: 124 WF Nkomo Street, Poyntons Building, Cnr WF Nkomo and Sophie De Bruyn Street, Pretoria
- Email: Send application with reference number on subject line to NationalOfficeHRM@dcs.gov.za
- Required Documents:
- Z83 application form (available at any Public Service Department).
- Detailed CV.
- Shortlisted candidates will be asked to submit certified copies of qualifications and documents (not older than 6 months).
- A separate application must be submitted for each post with the correct reference number.
Enquiries: Ms N. Khumalo – Tel: (012) 305 8589 / (012) 307 2174
Important Notes
- The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer.
- Applications from women, persons with disabilities, and previously disadvantaged groups are encouraged.
- All applicants will undergo vetting, qualification checks, and criminal record verification.
- Appointment is subject to obtaining security clearance.
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The Department of Correctional Services is offering a diverse range of career opportunities across finance, law, information management, human resources, auditing, international relations, and wellness. These roles are essential in building a safe, efficient, and rehabilitative correctional system in South Africa.