Court Security Officer at NZ Ministry of Justice, Waikato Court Security Officer – Hamilton, Waikato
Hamilton District Court– Permanent, Full Time
Te Haeata/The Opportunity
As Court Security Officers, we take pride in serving our community by ensuring a safe and secure environment so people can access Justice without fear of intimidation or violence.
Our roles offer 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.
Camaraderie 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.
This will be an overview of your role:
Engage and build relationships with a diverse range of people
Security screening, operate and maintain CCTV and electronic access control systems
Interacting with other agencies and stakeholders such as Police, Corrections, lawyers, and Judicial officers to ensure safe court proceedings
Patrol public areas, carry out building security checks, respond to duress alarm activations, identify, mitigate, respond, and report security, health, and safety threats and incidents
Customer service, Security, Defence, or Government experience is desired but not essential as full training is provided
Confident with technology
Experience of de-escalation techniques
Physical ability to engage and pass qualification requirements in full contact Officer safety training
Hold and maintain a full clean New Zealand drivers' licence and clean criminal record
Have knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, bringing an understanding and appreciation of cultural issues and concerns, particularly Tikanga Maori, and their relevance to the Court Security Role and the Ministry of Justice
Knowledge of relevant legislation and challenging experiences
Health, safety, and security qualification and fully funded training
A diverse range of study courses to grow and develop including some Leadership opportunities
Training in the use of x-ray machines, Walkthrough and Handheld metal detectors, Security qualifications, use of SRBA, RT, and Handcuffing
This is a 40-hour, Monday to Friday role with paid overtime available when extra cover is required. Rostered hours may include a minimum 4-hour shift on Saturdays.
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 where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.
We 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 leave
Access to a variety of inclusive and proactive networks
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/ Salary : The appointing salary for this role will be between $58,729 and $80,794 based on skills and experience.
To apply, click the Apply button below to be directed to our Careers Website. You can view a detailed position description here, as well as complete an online application form by attaching your CV and cover letter.
Applications close on 21 November 2024; however, we will be reviewing CVs as they come in and inviting successful candidates to interview before the close date.
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