[ref. a80977701] Administration Officer - Blenheimat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) - - Blenheim
Permanent, full
-time position based in BlenheimWork for a values-led organisation that makes a differenceFriendly and supportive team environment 'Kotahi anō te kaupapa, ko te oranga o te iwi'- ‘There is only one purpose to our work: the wellness and wellbeing of our people.
Our wider Community Corrections team work with people who are serving community sentences, ensure they comply with the orders of their sentence, support rehabilitation, lead community work projects and play a key role in reducing re-offending and keeping our communities safe.Our Administration Officers are responsible for providing general administration duties which contribute to the efficient and effective running of our mahi within the office.Your day-to-day role will see you proactively providing a range of administrative services, including:Reception duties such as answering phones, taking messages, greeting visitors, coordinating meetings and other general administration tasks.Liaising with organisations and services we work with.Preparing documents for court and filing.Purchasing materials and stocktaking.Record management and ensuring correspondence, reports and other documentation meet Department timelines and standards.This is a permanent, full-time position working 40 hours week (Monday
- Friday). The position is based at our Blenheim Service Centre.
The skills and experience required for the role include:Strong experience and knowledge of office administration.Sound knowledge of computer software and database systems including Microsoft Office suite (Word, Outlook, Excel), along with the ability to learn new systems quickly.Excellent communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.The ability to organise effectively, be adaptable, multi-task, and meet deadlines.The ability to develop, foster and maintain positive working relationships with a diverse range of people.Resilience when dealing with difficult situations in changing environments and a pragmatic approach to problem solving.You will need a Full New Zealand Driver Licence for this role.Applicants must be a New Zealand citizen, New Zealand Resident Permit holder, Australian citizen or an Australian resident who holds a current Australian Resident Return Visa.
Ngā painga | The benefitsThe salary range for this role is $60, 216- $63, 789 per annum.
Mō mātou | About us Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa
- Department of Corrections, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Māori in correctional facilities.
As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whānau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hōkai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve.
We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.Tono ināianei | Apply NowTo submit an application and view the position description, click the apply link.
All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency- applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV and a cover letter describing your motivation for joining the department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.Applications close on: Sunday 9th November 2025.If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact southernrecruitment@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.