Do you have the enthusiasm, dedication, and the skills to become an Administration Officer within Ara Poutama Aotearoa, Department of Corrections? This could be just the opportunity you are looking for!
We are currently looking for a full-time, permanent Administration Officer, to join our team in Thames.
Mo te tunga | About the role This is an opportunity to be part of a great organisation where you will support the Community Corrections team. This role will involve communicating directly with people in our care who are serving community sentences and working with our Probation Officers.
Other key responsibilities involve a wide range of administrative services including:
Reception and phone duties are a key component of this role, including liaising with people in our care, their whanau, and other stakeholders.Liaising with organisations and services we work with.Processing files.Preparing documents for court.Purchasing materials.Record management and ensuring correspondence, reports, and other documentation meet Department timelines and standards.Providing administration support across our site by setting up meeting invites, taking minutes, and recording actions, communicating with external stakeholders, and filing.In this busy role, you will enjoy working collaboratively as one team in a challenging and fast-paced environment. You should be able to multitask, remain adaptable, follow and adhere to policies and procedures, and have sound judgment in prioritising tasks and activities to meet deadlines.
This is a full-time position, and you will be working Monday to Friday, for 40 hours a week.
The preferred candidate will be able to demonstrate: Manaaki and respect for all that we deal with on a day-to-day basis.Good experience and knowledge of office administration.Resilience when dealing with difficult situations in changing environments and a pragmatic approach to problem-solving.The ability to organise effectively, be adaptable, multi-task, and meet deadlines.Excellent customer-facing and communication skills required to participate in Reception and Phone rosters as needed.The ability to be a strong team player who can work collaboratively across a dynamic team of administrators.The ability to work with a wide range of people, from all walks of life, while maintaining a friendly and non-judgmental attitude.A high level of integrity and the ability to maintain privacy while working with sensitive and personal information.Good knowledge of computer software and database systems including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), with the ability to learn new systems quickly.If you have the skills and experience that we are looking for and can hit the ground running, then we would love to hear from you!
You will need a full New Zealand Driver Licence for this role.
Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen, or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa.
The salary range for the job is $58,367 - $62,084. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
Ara Poutama Aotearoa is committed to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi.
Our preferred candidate will share our values and be committed to our Hokai Rangi strategy. Knowledge of Te Ao Maori, or a willingness to learn, is essential to ensure the delivery of the most appropriate services for those who come through our doors.
To apply, please submit a tailored CV and a detailed Cover Letter (PDF) describing your motivation for joining the Department, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation's values, and the skills and attributes you bring to the role.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.
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