About the role
Prison inspectors work within the Correctional Services and play an important role in supervising and developing the operations at institutions and remand centers. They often have a college education in law, behavioral science, or another relevant discipline. Their work contributes to ensuring a safe and legally secure correctional care.Responsibilities
Prison inspectors are responsible for the supervision, evaluation, and quality assurance of the correctional units. They conduct inspections, handle complaints, and ensure that laws and regulations are followed. They also work on developing methods and procedures to improve operations.Skills and tools
Prison inspectors need good knowledge of law and an understanding of the legislation of correctional care. They must have strong analytical skills and be good at communicating and reporting. Computer proficiency and knowledge of administrative systems are also important in their work. Common competencies demanded by employers are budgetansvar, utvecklingsarbete and personalansvar.