New Zealand Police is working with the community to make New Zealanders be safe and feel safe. With over 13,000 staff, we provide policing services 24 hours a day, every day.
We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.
We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver Our Business and achieve long-term change.
Custody Officer Make 2024 the year of change! Multiple positions available in Counties Manukau Hub, Auckland City, and Waitemata. 12 month fixed term and permanent positions. About the role As a New Zealand Police Custody Officer, you will join our highly skilled and professional team to manage the health and safety of detainees whilst they are in our custody and during transit.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Custody Units based in Counties Manukau, Auckland City, and Waitemata. As a Custody Officer, you will manage and maintain the welfare of people detained in our care.
Through an empathetic approach, you treat everyone in a dignified manner regardless of their circumstances. This is a pool recruitment process to fill ongoing intakes throughout the year.
Key Accountabilities: You will be able to uncover and collect information using your active listening and communication skills. You will be resilient when faced with adverse situations, maintaining composure, and working alongside team members to mitigate and de-escalate potential risk. You will work collaboratively with external stakeholders to ensure appropriate care and support for vulnerable detainees is available. In a fluid operational environment, you must be adaptable to change, remain vigilant to detainee needs, and maintain high standards of professionalism that align with Our Business. Demonstrate commitment to ongoing training. What you'll bring: Outstanding communication skills. Empathy for others. Commitment. Integrity. Problem-solving abilities. A sense of humour is also pretty important. To be eligible to apply you must: Hold a full New Zealand Driver Licence. Have the right to work and live in New Zealand. Be physically fit and able to complete a fitness assessment as part of your recruitment process. Be willing to complete a pre-employment Medical Assessment (including a drug test). Be able to work a variety of shifts within a 24 hours, 7 days roster environment (including weekends and public holidays). Salary: This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $74,748.00 and $78,129.00 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
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Advert closes at 5pm, Thursday 31st October 2024.
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