Screening Officer REF NO: 3/3/1/99/2026

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**Overview** This is an explanation of the role of a Screening Officer (REF NO: 3/3/1/99/2026) within the Department of Agriculture (DOA). The position is based in Gauteng Pretoria and offers a salary of R338,106 per annum at Level 07, in addition to 37% in lieu of benefits. **What you will do** The Screening Officer is responsible for various security screening and administrative tasks, which include: * Rendering security screening services for new employees by receiving requests from Human Resource Administration and registering them in screening databases. * Receiving screening requests from various branches and conducting security screening for special events. * Taking fingerprints of candidates. * Retrieving security screening information from internal and external databases to conduct credit check verification, criminal check verification, qualification verification, identity verification, and employment check verification. * Liaising with the State Security Agency and Police for screening matters, including conducting integrity checks. * Conducting the administration of security and background processes, which involves opening screening files, compiling security screening request letters to SSA and SAPS, and distributing security reports to Human Resource Administration. **Requirements (from the original advert)** * Applicants must be in possession of grade 12 certificate and Degree / National Diploma in Security Risk Management / Policing / Police Science. * Minimum of one 1 year experience in relevant environment. * Job Related Knowledge: Knowledge on security administration. Extensive knowledge of security systems. **Who should apply** Candidates should possess a Grade 12 certificate and either a Degree or National Diploma in Security Risk Management, Policing, or Police Science. A minimum of one year of experience in a relevant environment is required, along with knowledge of security administration and extensive knowledge of security systems. The role involves conducting various background checks and liaising with state security agencies. **Deadline** Not specified **Reference** Original posting: https://www.myjobmag.co.za/job/screening-officer-ref-no-3-3-1-99-2026-department-of-agriculture-land-reform-and-rural-development Source: myjobmag

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