At the Swedish Migration Agency, we work with one of our time's major societal issues – migration. In total, we are approximately 6,000 people here, and we have an unusually important job!
We are seeking detention officers for the detention facility in Flen
At a detention unit, people who have received a rejection or deportation decision and who need to be available for enforcement are placed. A person may also be detained if the right to stay in the country or their identity needs to be investigated. The facility is a closed unit and operations run 24/7. The work is based on applicable legislation where legal security, dignity, and safety are important.
As an employee at the Swedish Migration Agency, you can expect rewarding work in a dynamic environment characterized by a focus on continuous improvement, collaboration, and respect for people. At the Swedish Migration Agency, you make a difference and contribute to society, while also receiving secure and stable employment.
What does a detention officer do?
The role includes work with care, surveillance, inspections, and security. You conduct conversations at, for example, admission and discharge as well as to inform about decisions. You identify and address any special needs of the detained individuals and organize activities for them. Furthermore, you ensure a calm, safe, and secure environment at the facility through carrying out security checks and inspections. Participation in transports, responsibility for food handling, and certain administrative tasks are also part of the position. The work can be somewhat physically demanding.
In summary, the role of detention officer is multifaceted, varied, and developmental and suits you if you want to work at the intersection of care and security where no two days are the same. You can read more about the role here.
Who are you?
We are looking for someone who enjoys working in a team and has good collaboration skills, is attentive, and resolves conflicts in a constructive manner. You have good self-awareness and can distinguish between the personal and professional.
Since operations are dynamic, you need to be calm and stable even under stress or pressured situations, maintain a realistic perspective, and focus on the right things. You thrive with variety and find it easy to adapt and adjust your perspective and approach when circumstances change.
In our work as civil servants, there are also high demands for sound judgment and strong security and confidentiality awareness.
You have
Upper secondary education or equivalent knowledge acquired in another way
Experience working in roles requiring good service and professional conduct
Very good Swedish language skills, both spoken and written
English language skills
It is meritorious if you have
Experience working with people in vulnerable situations
Experience in social work, such as care work, mental health, substance abuse, or similar
Experience working in a closed environment, such as detention, correctional services, forensic psychiatry, or similar operations
Class B driving license
Information
Employment type: Permanent employment with 6-month probationary period
Working hours: Scheduled working hours
Location: Flen
Start date: By agreement
Employment benefits: Read about our employment benefits here.
The Swedish Migration Agency may conduct checks in the police's suspicion and criminal records register prior to making an employment decision.
Application
Welcome to submit your application documents by September 29. We receive your application through our recruitment system.
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About the recruitment process
For us, it is important that all expertise in the labor market is utilized. We therefore welcome all applicants and strive for equal gender distribution and diversity. As a government agency, we recruit based on merit and competence. You can read more about what this means at arbetsgivarverket.se.
You do not need to include a personal letter with your application, but we ask that you answer the selection questions as clearly and thoroughly as possible so we can make a fair assessment of your experience and whether you are qualified to proceed in the recruitment or not. In certain recruitments, we also use tests to assess how well your competence aligns with the position you are applying for. In a possible interview, you may also be asked questions related to security.
If you want to contact union representatives, contact information for Saco-S, Seko, and ST can be found at the bottom of the