- Varied & dynamic administration role, back office & front facing
- Be part of a team making a difference in your community now
- Fulltime, Mon - Fri Hours
Mo te tunga | About the role
This role will be based in our Queenstown Community Service Centre where community based programmes are run to support a person's reintegration into society along with the management of individuals on community based sentences.
This position supports our frontline staff and is often the first point of contact for those on probation, completing a rehabilitation type programme or doing community service. It is a front facing reception type role that includes general office administration and support to the wider team.
This role will be fulltime 8.30am - 5.00pm Mon - Fri.
Mou | About you
Your strengths and key skills will include:
- A great team player, at the ready to pitch in and support a colleague when needed.
- An organised individual with well-developed time management skill.
- Detail oriented with data information accuracy.
- Resilient, easily adapting to changing situations while handling changing priorities like a pro.
- Interpersonally savvy, able to adapt your style to suit your audience and a diverse mix of people.
- Alignment to our organisational values while also understanding the need for cultural awareness and inclusiveness.
Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience
We are seeking an individual with the following:
- Ideally, you will have some experience interfacing with the public or in a customer service or similar environment.
- Sound computer skills including Intermediate level skills across the MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook & PowerPoint).
- A full NZ Drivers Licence.
- Prior office administration experience or a team support/coordination type background.
- An open and inclusive approach that is non-judgemental, accepting everyone from all walks of life.
Nga painga | The benefits
The salary range is $58,367 - $62,084 per annum across 2 steps. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
- Eye exam & eyewear reimbursement for eligible staff (conditions apply)
- Access to EAP & Staff Support Networks
- Subsidised medical insurance
- Staff Work Wear
Mo matou | About us
Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa - Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.
We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.
Tono inaianei | Apply Now
To submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency - applications received via email will not be considered.
When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.
Applications close on: Sunday, 24th August 2025
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.