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Detention OfficerJob DescriptionAs a detention officer in one of our 6 establishments in the canton, you will work in a demanding but meaningful and action-oriented environment with a strong team spirit. Your work contributes to the implementation of the two missions assigned to the penitentiary service: ensuring the supervision and monitoring of detainees and promoting their reintegration, while acting in all circumstances in compliance with our values: Loyalty, Solidarity, Credibility.Through your commitment, you contribute to the protection of the public. You will develop your skills, notably through training provided on the job in order to obtain the federal certificate for detention officers.Responsibilities- Supervision, day and night, of detainees- Accompanying detainees in their daily activities- Listening, supporting, and providing information to detainees- Ensuring the security of the premises and people- Enforcing discipline, regulations, and hygiene standards while ensuring respect for human dignityFor further information, please consult the job description by clicking here or contact our recruitment sector.Requirements- Minimum 24 years of age- Hold a 3-year vocational training certificate (CFC) or equivalent- Federal certificate for detention officers or commitment to obtain it by following the training provided on the job- Proficiency in standard computer tools- Proficiency in the French language, both oral and written. Knowledge of foreign languages is an asset- Ease in human contact, sense of responsibility, and diplomacy- Mental and physical aptitude allowing you to adapt to irregular hours and to manage sometimes difficult situations or conflicts while maintaining a distance appropriate to your role- Ability to manage stress. Analytical and synthesis skills- Employment conditions require that you be Swiss or a holder of a C permit, free of debt collection certificates, and your criminal record must be clean. There is a right to check the criminal record in accordance with the Federal Act on the Criminal Record by the hiring authority for this position.- Fixed-term contract of 12 months, renewable or possibility of permanent employment upon completion of internal training.Recruitment Process:Please prepare your file carefully by including all documents:- Cover letter with photo- Copy of work certificates- Judicial background form to be downloaded hereAfter an initial selection based on the file, those selected will be invited to a recruitment day. The next date is Saturday, August 29. You will find all the details of our recruitment process as well as the next dates of our information sessions and recruitment here.WHO ARE WE?The Penitentiary Service is composed of numerous professions whose meaning is essential for the public service. We ensure the care of persons placed under the authority of criminal justice, whether before or after sentencing. Our mission is twofold: to protect the public and to accompany the reintegration of individuals into society. The SPEN manages and supervises the Office for the Execution of Sentences and 6 penitentiary establishments placed under its authority.Do you want to know more? Watch the videos of our professions here:Why join the State of Vaud?The State of Vaud offers a great diversity of jobs and evolution opportunities. Working conditions have as a priority the principles of equality, inclusion, sustainability, and professional ethics in an environment conducive to the balance between professional and private life. To learn more about our benefits, visit our page.Jura-Nord Vaudois, SwitzerlandLonay, Morges, SwitzerlandLausanne, SwitzerlandPalezieux, Lavaux-Oron, SwitzerlandApplyStart date: To be agreedSalary class: 8Type of contract: Public lawActivity rate: 100%AddressPenitentiary ServiceHR UnitChemin de l IslettazBuilding APenthalaz jid2f46afdaen jit0626aen jpiy26aen