We are currently recruiting prison officers across multiple prisons in Victoria. 

Prison officers make a positive impact on others’ lives and help make the community safer for everyone. 

We are looking for people with a wide range of skills and life experiences for roles that offer opportunity for development and growth. 

New $8,000 sign-on bonus 

New prison officers who apply after Thursday 1 May 2025 are now eligible for a bonus of up to $8,000.  

Six months after you start, you will receive a payment of $4,000.  

Then, after one year’s full-time employment, you will receive an additional payment of $4,000.  

This incentive is designed to attract the best new prison officers and encourage you to explore all aspects of the role. 

Conditions apply. (External link)

Explore prison officer roles 

Dame Phyllis Frost Centre 

Help women in custody develop the skills they need to make better choices for their future.  

Melbourne Assessment Prison  

Discover a diverse and fast-paced role across various CBD locations. 

Hopkins Correctional Centre 

Find a great job, with good pay at Hopkins Correctional Centre. 

More information 

Find out more about what it takes to be a prison officer and the benefits you can expect.