Job Description Court Security Officer – WhakataneWhakatane District, Opotiki and Maori land Courts– Permanent, Full Time Te Haeata/The OpportunityAs Court Security Officers we take pride serving our community ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence.Our roles have variety, diversity, challenges and job satisfaction.
We interact, assist and build relationships with diverse groups of people every day to provide a safe and secure Court environment.We offer first class accredited training and future opportunities to diversify, challenge and grow into Management or other Specialist roles within Justice.
Comradeship comes with the job and at times you will need to be trusted to support each other to deliver the excellent and professional services expected with our uniform.We work hard, enjoy a good laugh and have each other's backs.
A place you can be yourself!This will be an overview of your role:Engage and build relationships with a diverse range of peopleSecurity screening, operate and maintain CCTV and electronic access control systemsInteracting with other agencies and stakeholders such as Police, Corrections, lawyers, Judicial officers to ensure safe court proceedingsPatrol public areas, carry out building security checks, respond to duress alarm activations, identify, mitigate, respond and report security, health and safety threats and incidents O pukenga/Skills and ExperienceCustomer service, Security, Defence or Government experience is desired but not essential as full training will be providedConfident with technologyExperience of de-escalating conflictPhysically able to engage in full contact Officer safety trainingHold full, clean New Zealand drivers' licence and clean criminal recordBenefitsDevelop relationships and manage a diverse group of peopleA challenging and diverse working environmentFully funded Health, safety and security training and qualificationLeadership opportunities and courses to grow and developFull induction and training programme paid forThis is a 40 hour, Monday to Friday role with paid overtime available when extra cover is required.
Successful candidates will be required to be on a rotating paid standby Roster for Saturday mornings.
Mo matou/About us At Tahu o te Ture - the Ministry of Justice, we're committed to working together for a fair and safe Aotearoa.Joining the Ministry of Justice means you will become part of an inclusive organisation that values you and the communities we serve.
It's our promise to ensure our workplace is one where our people feel healthy and safe, supported and able to be themselves at work.
We value respect as the foundation for building a positive workplace culture and one where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.
Our Security teams are dynamic and professional, they deliver a premium Health, Safety and Security services to our stakeholders and users of their courts.
Nga painga o tenei wahi mahi/What's great about working hereWe offer you a range of benefits to support your wellbeing and help make the Ministry a great place to be.
These include:4.4 weeks holiday leavean online professional development portalaccess to a variety of inclusive and proactive networksSee our full range of benefits here.With a wide range of jobs, you also get the chance to gain a variety of skills and experience while developing your career.
Utu a-tau/SalaryThe appointing salary for this role will be between $58,729 and $80,794 based on skills and experience.
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