République et Canton de Neuchâtel
La Chaux-de-Fonds
Criminal Assessment Coordinator at 90%
- 30 September 2026
- 90%
- La Chaux-de-Fonds
About the job
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Department:DSDCEntity:Penitentiary Service (SPNE) – Office for the Enforcement of Sanctions and Probation (OESP)Activities:You contribute to the overall management of the office by assuming coordination of criminal assessment activities. In this capacity, you carry out and coordinate the assignment of criminological assessments of individuals serving a criminal sanction following the commission of serious offences, particularly violence. This mission involves conducting interviews with the persons concerned. In this context, you write analytical reports aimed at assessing the risk of reoffending, highlighting risk and protective factors, and proposing recommendations for individualised care. You also lead intervision sessions focused on criminological analysis and the management of follow-up for persons involved in the assessment process. Furthermore, you work in a network with internal and external partners. Finally, you guide and support the team daily, ensuring clear work organisation and appropriate access to continuous training.Desired profile:Holder of a master’s degree in criminology or psychology, or an equivalent qualification, you have several years of experience in a criminal, socio-educational field or related to managing complex situations (difficult personalities, psychiatric disorders, addictions, etc.) enabling you to operate in a challenging environment. You have useful experience to carry out and supervise criminological assessments using risk assessment tools according to PLESORR standards. With skills in team leadership and management, you demonstrate active listening. Your writing skills are recognised, as are your abilities in analysis, synthesis and mediation. You are motivated to work in an interdisciplinary context, have good interpersonal skills and the ability to represent authority in diverse contexts.Workplace:La Chaux-de-FondsStarting date:To be agreedApplication deadline:13 October 2026Information:Ms Lorena Andreazza, Deputy Head of Office a.i., tel. 032 889 77 03All applications must be sent exclusively to the Human Resources Department and not to the recruiting departmentIf you wish to take on this challenge, please apply online by attaching your complete file (cover letter, CV, diplomas and work certificates).
