Job Opportunity At the Prison

The Government of Montserrat is inviting applications from suitably qualified persons who have been resident on Montserrat for at least one (1) year to fill the post of Prison Officer, Her Majesty’s Prison. 

 The successful applicant will be required to work on a Shift Rota system including weekends and public holidays.

Job Purpose

 To ensure the security and control of all Prisoners in accordance with the Prison Ordinance and supporting Regulations.

 KEY RESPONSIBLITIES

 In addition to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of a Prison Officer as provided for under the Prison Ordinance, supporting regulations, General Orders and the Superintendent’s Standing Orders the successful applicant will:

·       Maintain safe custody of prisoners;

·       Carry out security checks and searching procedures as instructed by the Superintendent of Prisons;

·       Supervising prisoners on work assignments, meal times and recreation;

·       Keeping account of prisoners in your charge and maintain order; 

SALARY

Basic Salary is in the scale R39-R28, that is EC$27,396.00 to EC$41,760.00 per annum (Taxable).

Appointment will be made on a permanent basis, with a probationary period of two (2) years.

Successful applicants would be expected to undergo the Prison Officer Entry Level Training, physical fitness test and other entry requirements. Uniform and other appropriate training will be provided.

 HOW TO APPLY

 Application forms can be obtained from our website at www.gov.ms or by contacting the Human Resource Management Unit, Office of the Deputy Governor, Brades, Montserrat by e-mail at hrmu@gov.ms, by telephone at (+664) 491 2365/2444 or by fax at (+664) 491 6234. 

To apply, send your completed application form, curriculum vitae with a covering letter, two reference letters and character certificates from your country of origin and Montserrat to the Human Resources Management Unit at hrmu@gov.ms by Wednesday November 25, 2020.