The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is offering numerous Assistant Director and Section Head level positions across various regions in South Africa. These opportunities are ideal for qualified professionals seeking to advance their careers in correctional services, human resources, finance, and related fields. Competitive salaries and diverse locations are available, with applications closing on 10 April 2026.
Available Positions at the Department of Correctional Services
Assistant Director: Inspectorate (NCB3)
- Reference: EC 2026/03/103, LMN 2026/03/162, KZN 2026/03/104, WC 2026/03/207
- Salary: R506 667 per annum
- Locations: Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West, KwaZulu Natal, Western Cape Regions
- Qualifications: Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences or equivalent
- Experience: 5 years supervisory experience (NCB2) and completion of Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training
Assistant Director: Corrections (NCB3)
- Reference: FSNC 2026/03/151 to 154, LMN 2026/03/163-164, WC 2026/03/208-210
- Salary: R506 667 per annum
- Locations: Free State, Northern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga and North West, Western Cape Regions
- Qualifications: Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences plus Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training
- Experience: Minimum 5 years supervisory experience (NCB2)
Assistant Director: Facilities and Security (NCB3)
- Reference: EC 2026/03/104, FSNC 2026/03/155, GP 2026/03/214, KZN 2026/03/105-106, LMN 2026/03/165-168, WC 2026/03/211-214
- Salary: R506 667 per annum
- Locations: Eastern Cape, Free State, Northern Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Western Cape Regions
- Qualifications: Relevant Degree or National Diploma in Behavioural Sciences plus Corrections Science Learnership/Basic Training
- Experience: At least 5 years supervisory experience (NCB2)
Other Assistant Director Positions
The Department is also recruiting for various Assistant Director roles in areas such as Administrative Secretary, Employee Relations, HR Provisioning, Workstudy, PERSAL, Human Resource Development, Human Resource Support, HR Administration, Employment Equity, HR Utilization, Special Programmes, Special Categories, Financial and Management Accounting, Supply Chain Management, User Asset Management Plan, Technician: Facilities, Information Technology, Financial Accounting, and Communications.
- Salary Range: R468 459 to R506 667 per annum
- Qualifications: Relevant Degrees or National Diplomas in fields including Human Resource Management, Labour Law, Financial Management, Supply Chain Management, Communication Science, Civil Engineering, and related disciplines
- Experience: Generally 3-5 years supervisory experience in the respective fields
- Locations: Various South African provinces including Gauteng, Eastern Cape, Free State, Northern Cape, KwaZulu Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, and Western Cape Regions
Application Requirements
Essential Documents
Applicants must submit a fully completed Z83 Application Form along with a detailed CV and certified copies of qualifications and identity documents.
Qualifications and Experience
Each position requires specific qualifications and relevant supervisory experience as outlined above. Successful completion of Corrections Science Learnership or Basic Training is mandatory for certain correctional positions.