Probation Officer

1 week ago

Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

**Probation Officer - Wellington Region**
- We need positive role models with a passion for empowering others
- This is a challenging role that can have a positive impact on your community.
- We have full-time, permanent positions available around the Wellington Region.

Being a Probation Officer is an incredibly exciting opportunity to make a real difference in your community. You'll have the chance to connect with people, build strong relationships, and do something which really makes a difference and improves public safety.

**About the role | Mo te tunga**

As a Probation Officer for Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections), you will work with people we manage in the community and their whanau to address criminogenic behaviours and reduce reoffending. Using principles of manaaki, kaitiaki, wairua, rangatira, and whanau, you will manage community-based sentences and orders, whilst also preparing reports for the Courts and New Zealand Parole Board.

You will contribute to public safety, viewing this through the lens of manaaki, positive relationships, and the uplifting of wellbeing of people we manage in the community. By focusing on the wellbeing of the person who has come into our management, you will help reduce the chances of them returning to the justice system. You will treat those under our management with respect, upholding their mana and dignity.

**About you | Mou**

We are looking for people who:

- Are able to relate to people from a range of cultures and backgrounds
- Have excellent spoken and written communication skills
- Can work in a team and motivate others
- Can remain positive and resilient in difficult situations
- Are able to think critically and assess information

**You'll also need Full New Zealand Driver Licence and a legal right to work in New Zealand without restriction for a minimum of 12 months**.

**Utu a-tau | Salary**

The full salary range (Level 1 - 5) is $64,359 to $81,909. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

**Mo matou | About us**

Ara 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.

To 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.

**Applications close Sunday 9**th** March, 2025.

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