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Prison Officers

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Prison Officers supervise and control the activities of inmates in prisons and other correctional institutions.
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People employed in SAExplore by region
8%
1-Year changeGrowth in previous years
-40%
5-Year changeGrowth in previous years
SA Future Demand:Strong

The skills that Prison Officers need

Learning new skills can certainly get you into a job quicker — but it’s not always about securing a job today. Each skill you build can be a stepping stone towards great opportunities in the future. Here are some skills needed for this occupation
  • Digital engagement
  • Teamwork
  • Writing
  • Reading
  • Learning
  • Problem solving
  • Oral communication
  • Planning and organising
  • Initiative and innovation

Course and Training for this occupation

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Where are people currently employed?

Region

South Australia - South East

Employed

259

1 Year Change

6%

5 Year Change

-24%

Region

South Australia - Outback

Employed

255

1 Year Change

-2%

5 Year Change

-38%

Region

Barossa - Yorke - Mid North

Employed

23

1 Year Change

-4%

5 Year Change

-26%

Region

Adelaide - West

Employed

59

1 Year Change

0%

5 Year Change

-31%

Region

Adelaide - South

Employed

226

1 Year Change

10%

5 Year Change

-36%

Region

Adelaide - North

Employed

243

1 Year Change

17%

5 Year Change

-59%

Region

Adelaide - Central and Hills

Employed

226

1 Year Change

21%

5 Year Change

-32%

Data from Skills SA, and Jobs and Skills Australia