Payroll Officersat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections)57,824 - 81,586
Seeking expressions of interest for upcoming permanent and fixed
-term Payroll Officer positions in our fast-growing Payroll teamBased at our National Office in Wellington, enjoy our modern offices on the Terrace.An environment where you can develop as a professional '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.
Mō te tūnga | About the roleWe are seeking expressions of interest for Payroll Officers to join our friendly payroll team.
We are a high performing team that provides accurate and timely pay outcomes with excellence in customer service to our 11,000 whānau.This is an environment where you will learn and develop as a professional, gaining key experience in a large organisation.
You'll manage variety of payroll processing activities, which include managing a portfolio for rostered, casual and salaried staff.A typical day would see you processing complex payroll transactions, peer-reviewing, handling queries and investigations, and of course- the morning quiz.This is a professional and collaborative environment with the opportunity to work alongside motivated leaders and colleagues who are inclusive and engaging with a focus on training and development.
Daily stand-ups, Fortnightly training sessions, team catch ups and social events are key support and collaboration activities.Mōu | About you You will have some payroll experience, or are a recent Graduate in a field like HR or Commerce who is looking for a supportive environment to develop in.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceSubmit your application online and include evidence and examples within your written application as to how you meet the following essential requirements:A customer service focus to all you doPayroll experience, an eagerness to learn quickly and own your own learningThe ability to manage relationships wellProblem solves effectivelySound experience with MS Office, especially Excel and Word Ngā painga | The benefitsThe midpoint of the salary range is $67,988 and the full range (85%-120%) is $57,824
- $81,586. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.
- 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: Tuesday the 22nd of July 2025.
If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact Sarah.Newbold@corrections.govt.nz, or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.