Corrections Officer
4 weeks ago
Kotahi ano te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi. There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.
Nga kawenga About the roleCorrections Officers work inside our prisons and are responsible for ensuring the security and wellbeing of people serving sentences or on remand.
They induct people into their unit, help them to navigate life in prison, and supervise daily routines. By being prosocial role models, our Corrections Officers also play a significant part in creating change and making our communities safer.
The role of a Corrections Officer varies, including tasks across specialised units, security levels and site-specific activities.
All new officers attend an intensive, fully paid training programme to equip them with necessary skills required for the job. This involves an initial week-long induction at your allocated prison site, five weeks at our National Learning Centre in Upper Hutt, then a further five weeks back on site before graduating. From there the learning journey will be ongoing. Our Corrections Officers are all part of a wider custodial team, and there is plenty of support and guidance available.
We currently have opportunities available at Otago Corrections Facility.
He korero mou About youWe are looking for a diverse range of candidates, from different cultures with varied backgrounds and experience.
We are interested to hear from people who:
Possess solid interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate clearly
Can operate with high levels of integrity
Have excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically
Can operate effectively in a culturally diverse setting and have an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Be able to work rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays
Have a full, clean New Zealand driver licence (or be eligible to obtain one)
If successful, you will be required to complete a full disclosure criminal history check (clean slate does not apply), pre-employment medical, physical and drug testing as a part of the recruitment process.
Utu a-tau SalaryThe starting salary for this position is $65,019 per annum. Once in the role there are opportunities to increase your salary as you achieve national qualifications (Level 3 at $69,697, and Level 4 at $75,213). We are also able to offer:
5 weeks annual leave
$4000 shift allowance per annum, in addition to your salary
11 week fully paid training programme
Clear pathway for career progression and continuous learning and development
Free parking and on-site gym facilities
A supportive team-environment
Rosters provided 12 months in advance so you can plan your leave
Health and well-being benefits including access to EAP, eye care benefits, health checks and more
Ko wai matou About usAra Poutama Aotearoa is a name that has been gifted to us and is our commitment to improving the oranga and safety of the people, whanau, and that of the communities we serve across the motu.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship) and whanau (relationships) to shape how we work and deliver the outcomes in our strategy - Hokai Rangi.
It is an exciting time to join us, and we continue to seek out talented individuals who are committed to an inclusive, vibrant workplace.
We look forward to discovering more about you and exploring potential opportunities that align with your interests and skills.
Tono inaianei Apply NowTo apply, please submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience. Alignment to our kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples which reflect and demonstrate our organisation values.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered. If you want to find out more about a career with us, visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.
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