Clerk for Leisure Activities in Correctional Services 80 - 100%
Kanton Zürich
Zürich
Key information
- Publication date:13 January 2026
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Zürich
Job summary
Join the JVA Pöschwies team, a top correctional facility in Switzerland. This role offers a chance to make a difference in rehabilitation and community safety.
Tasks
- Coordinate and manage diverse leisure activities for inmates.
- Oversee sports facilities and ensure smooth operations.
- Plan and execute events, enhancing inmate engagement.
Skills
- Commercial training and at least 5 years of relevant experience required.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to work independently.
- Excellent communication skills in German; other languages are a plus.
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Correctional Services and Reintegration (JuWe) is part of the Directorate of Justice and the Interior of the Canton of Zurich and is responsible for penal and measure enforcement as well as the implementation of various types of detention. For our 1,400 employees from around 40 professions, the successful social reintegration of offenders and the prevention of recidivism are of particular importance.
The Pöschwies Correctional Facility (JVA) is one of seven main departments of JuWe. The JVA Pöschwies, with 399 places, is the largest closed correctional facility in Switzerland for male offenders. It fulfills a central state function and, according to legal mandate, takes into account the resocialization of prisoners and the protection of the public.
We are looking for an independent, committed, and highly organized personality for the Education & Leisure area, starting immediately or by arrangement, who enjoys contributing to different areas of responsibility.
This is your area of responsibility
- Organization and coordination of leisure activities as well as central contact person for course instructors
- Responsibility for the equipment of sports fields, gyms, and fitness rooms and ensuring smooth operation
- Planning and execution of events (e.g., concerts, theater) as well as seasonal offers (e.g., Christmas events)
- Planning, coordination, and execution of tours within the facility
- Procurement and management of books, teaching and leisure materials, as well as newspaper and magazine subscriptions
- Leading and supervising two assigned persons in the library and media library and ensuring ongoing operations
- Participation in the further development of the Education & Leisure area
- Deputizing for the Head of Education & Leisure during her absence
What you bring
- Completed commercial basic training and at least 5 years of professional experience
- Strong organizational talent and an independent, structured, and precise way of working
- High social competence, confident demeanor, and resilience even in demanding situations
- Enjoyment of interconnected thinking as well as coordination and interface tasks
- High digital affinity and motivation to actively participate in projects and help shape new developments
- Confident, clear written and oral communication in German; additional language skills are an advantage
- Impeccable reputation (no entries in the criminal or debt enforcement register)
What to expect
- A versatile and responsible hub function in an interdisciplinary organization, in the middle of an extraordinary environment
- Meaningful work combined with diverse training opportunities
- Careful onboarding as well as a supportive, appreciative, and reliable team at your side
- The workplace is conveniently accessible by public transport as well as by car, parking spaces are available
- Attractive employment conditions according to cantonal guidelines
How to become part of JVA Pöschwies
1. Submit your application – conveniently via our online tool
2. Online assessment – show what you can do
3. Interview – personal introduction
4. Trial day – authentic insights into your future workday
5. Final decision – we will get back to you promptly
Your application
Shape the future with us in the Education & Leisure area and take the next step in your professional career.
We look forward to receiving your application via our online tool!
Do you have questions? Angela Blum, Head of Education & Leisure, will be happy to provide information about the position at 043 257 16 76.
For questions about the application process, the Recruitment & Assessment team is available at 043 258 35 83.
JuWe uses an online assessment as part of the application process. More information about our recruitment process and employment at JuWe can be found at Working at JuWe | Canton of Zurich (zh.ch).
