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 - Eastern Districts Make 2024 the year of change! Full time and part time positions available right now in Gisborne. 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 Gisborne and Hastings Police Station. 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 and we have immediate full time and part time positions available in Gisborne. 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: 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 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). New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety. It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country. Your development is highly valued at NZ Police. Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community of practice level. If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit an application form. To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link: Applicant Information Pack. Salary: This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $71,873.00 and $82,713.00 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role. If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact #J-18808-Ljbffr
