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Commander Court Escort Security Unit Based in Sydney. Other NSW locations may be considered by negotiation Ongoing position available Total Remuneration Package Range starting from $247,865 $272,811 Your roleThe Commander, Court Escort Security Unit (CESU) leads a highstakes operational environment spanning court cell complexes and correctional centres, driving safe, secure and efficient custody services that meet legislative and community expectations. In this role, you will shape statewide operational direction, provide expert custodial advice, and influence critical decisionmaking across Corrective Services NSW.In this role you will also drive modern best practice, build workforce capability, lift performance and culture, and ensure strong financial and operational stewardship across a diverse, geographically dispersed team, delivering meaningful impact on the safety and integrity of NSWs correctional system.What youll doAs the Commander, CESU you will: Lead the delivery of highquality security and custody services across court complexes and correctional centres, ensuring resources are used efficiently to meet operational outcomes. Provide strategic, tactical, and operational advice to senior stakeholders on emerging issues, risks, industrial matters and operational performance. Drive and contribute to the development and implementation of statewide strategies and action plans for the Security, Custody & Community Branch. Oversee CESUs budget performance, manage financial risks Mentor, support and performancemanage senior managers across CESU Lead continuous improvement, cultural development and evidencebased approaches that enhance inmate, staff and community safety, and support reintegration and reduced reoffending. Identify opportunities to strengthen operational consistency, intelligence and operations systems, and governance across sites. Oversee compliance and governance systems including ethical practice, operational reviews, business continuity planning. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Click here to read more about the role.What were looking for A senior operational leader with extensive experience managing complex correctional, custodial, detention or security environments, including court cell operations. Demonstrated capability in leading large, diverse and geographically dispersed teams, with a strong commitment to mentoring and developing senior leaders. Proven experience navigating highrisk, legally regulated operational settings. Ability to manage competing priorities, sensitive issues and significant stakeholder expectations. Strong strategic thinking skills, with a track record of contributing to operational strategies, reforms and continuous improvement initiatives. Highly developed communication, negotiation and influence skills. Strong financial acumen with experience managing substantial budgets. A commitment to ethical practice, collaborative problemsolving, and building trust and transparency across diverse stakeholder groups. We do work that really mattersCorrective Services NSW delivers professional correctional services and programs to reduce reoffending and create safer communities. We manage inmates in custody and supervise offenders in the community, working closely with courts, releasing authorities and partner agencies to support rehabilitation, reintegration and community safety.Are you ready to join us?Click Apply, attach a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining how you meet the requirements of the role and an uptodate rsum (maximum 5 pages).Applications close: Thursday 19 March 2026 at 11:59pm AEST.Got a question?If you would benefit from an adjustment during the recruitment process or wish to discuss alternate application methods, please contact: DCJ Senior Executive Recruitment Team onInclusion and DiversityWe are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve, including people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, women, LGBTIQ+ people and carers.Other InformationA talent pool may be created for future ongoing and temporary roles and is valid for a period of up to 18 months.For more information visit Your recruitment journey on the DCJ website.Please note that interviews are anticipated to take place between the 8th and 17th April 2026Thank you for your interest in this role. We look forward to receiving your application.