
Assistant Director: Physical Security
Salary or stipendR487 197 per annum
The Department of Correctional Services is looking for a Assistant Director: Physical Security. This is a permanent role based in Gauteng.
Source: DPSA Circular 38 of 2026Post 38/47, page 32
- Reference number
- HO 2026/11/43
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Province
- Gauteng
- Closing date
- 6 November 2026
- Centre
- National Head Office
- Directorate
- Security Standards and Management
What you will need
- Computer literacy.
- Valid driver’s licence.
- Competencies And Attributes: Financial management, facilitation, plan, organise, lead and control, project management, presentation, conflict management, report-writing, time management and negotiation skills.
- Confidentiality, coaching and mentoring.
- Understanding of Public Service policy, Correctional Service Act and legislative framework.
- Service delivery and client orientation, integrity and honesty, assertiveness, willingness to travel, influence and impact, decision making, problem-solving skills, networking / liaison with stakeholders.
Experience
Recognised three (3) year Degree in Criminal Justice field or relevant qualification. 3-5 years relevant experience in a similar environment.
Driver's licence
Valid driver’s licence.
Skills and competencies
- Competencies And Attributes: Financial management, facilitation, plan, organise, lead and control, project management, presentation, conflict management, report-writing, time management and negotiation skills.
- Service delivery and client orientation, integrity and honesty, assertiveness, willingness to travel, influence and impact, decision making, problem-solving skills, networking / liaison with stakeholders.
Key responsibilities
- Development and implementation of security policy and procedures.
- Conduct security threat and risk assessments for DCS.
- Analyse the risk assessment documents/ reports.
- Co-ordinate and ensure existence of reliable security systems.
- Conduct security breach investigations.
- Evaluate and improve the effectiveness of security measures and procedures.
- Management of performance information, finances, human resources and assets.
Additional details
- Grade: National
How to apply
- Enquiries: National Head Office: Ms NS Khumalo
- Telephone: (012) 307 2174, (012) 305 8589
Please note
- Appointment under the Public Service Act.
Applications for this vacancy have closed.

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