Security Assistant Detention Center St.Gallen (m/f/d)

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. With our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The St. Gallen Cantonal Police ensures peace, security, and

order in the canton of St. Gallen around the clock. It investigates crimes and monitors compliance with applicable laws. The Police Prisons Department is primarily responsible for the operation of the four police prisons in the canton. The Cantonal Prison, with 18 cells, is subordinate to the detention center, which is responsible for detention coordination and transports within the canton.

As reinforcement for our team, we are looking for a

Security Assistant Detention Center St.Gallen (m/f/d)

Workload: 100%

Workplace: St. Gallen, Klosterhof

What to expect

• You will work in the area of security in prisoner management
• You will work in shifts, including night and weekend duties, and perform all tasks related to detention coordination and prison operations
• Conducting transports of incarcerated persons and presentations to authorities
• Guarding incarcerated persons during court hearings, doctor or hospital visits
• Carrying out admissions of incarcerated persons including property and cell inspections
• Close cooperation with prison staff, social services, and health services
• Working with prison software and providing on-call services on weekdays

What distinguishes you

• You have completed vocational training and hold a category B driving license (manual transmission vehicles)
• An additional qualification as a security assistant, security and guarding specialist, or correctional officer is an advantage.
• We are looking for a reliable personality who is mentally and physically resilient
• You are a motivated, flexible, and resilient person who works independently, responsibly, and is a team player
• Your strengths include skill and patience in dealing with people from diverse cultures
• You have good German language skills in speaking and writing; knowledge of a foreign language is an advantage

What we offer

• An exciting and challenging activity in a dynamic 7/24-hour operation
• Opportunities for further training
• State-of-the-art work equipment also for private use
• A motivated team
• A varied work area in security and correctional services

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.

Further information at:

Pascal Dössegger, Head of Cantonal Prison, 058 229 74 93