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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.
Prosecutor, it starts with you! Based at Hamilton
Office of Constable / Police Employee
Permanent Full Time
JR 4971858
About the role:
NZ Police are offering an exciting opportunity to join the Police Prosecution Service (PPS) as a Prosecutor in Hamilton, within their Waikato PPS team.
We are looking at Prosecutors of all levels; previous litigation experience will be taken into account regarding remuneration and Prosecutor Grade.
With PPS you will gain a sound knowledge of prosecution processes including advocacy, knowledge of the Law and court practices.
You will move into an area of fast-paced and interesting criminal courtroom advocacy where you will grow and gain a large amount of experience in a short period of time.
You will have the opportunity and autonomy to make decisions in the knowledge that you are making a difference in the community in which you live.
You will be part of a diverse group of Constabulary prosecutors, Police Employee lawyers, support, and managerial staff.
Here you will find that camaraderie and peer support are second to none and the feeling of belonging to a close-knit team is a real and tangible experience.
You will experience on your feet prosecuting in courts ranging from first appearance through to Judge alone trials and sentencing hearings.
In addition, you will be involved in various out-of-court case management processes, such as file analysis, writing submissions, and liaising with police investigators and defence counsel.
Your knowledge and understanding of key New Zealand statutes and legislation, combined with your desire and motivation to present well-constructed and compelling prosecution cases, will enable you to undertake a vital role in the Criminal Justice Sector and in the operationalisation of New Zealand Police's strategy.
Key Accountabilities: Communication: Having the skills to effectively communicate with our people, partners and community.
Decision Making: Having the critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make sound decisions and responses under pressure in a face-to-face setting.
Law and Policy: Having a sound understanding of prosecution and court processes, and the ability to analyse complex information accurately.
Individually Responsible and Accountable: Being accountable for your performance and taking responsibility for your contribution and development.
Clear: Show an understanding of a Prosecutor's purpose within Police and the outcomes we are striving to deliver.
Enabling through self-leadership: Ability to seek opportunities to develop your own skills, knowledge and experience.
What you'll bring:
If you are a Police Employee applicant, you must have an LLB degree and have the ability to get a practicing certificate and provide a copy of qualification eligibility.
If you are a previous sworn employee who can prove the skills, knowledge and experience (with examples) of Prosecuting within a Court environment, then you can apply as a non-sworn employee.
Current CPK at the rank of the vacancy you are applying for (Constabulary only).
For both Constabulary & Police Employees:
Agree to enrol in a leadership programme at the advertised level, at a future date or have qualified under CEP or a previous Career Progression Framework at the level you are applying for.
The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full reference and vetting check prior to any offer of employment being made.
Successful applicant must reside within commutable distance to Hamilton.
This role is set at Individual Contributor level, this means your key purpose is to deliver or enable others to deliver Our Business.
To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link: Applicant Information Pack (External).
If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV.
You will be required to submit an application form. Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.
For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers
All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email.
All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
Salary: This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary starts from $91,844. Previous litigation experience will be taken into account regarding remuneration and Prosecutor Grade.
Deadline for applications is 5:00 pm on Wednesday 16th October 2024. Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.
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