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Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) Te Kuiti
Corrections Officers
- ARWCF - Waikato HubHelp to shape futures & make a difference in people's lives!Embark on a challenging & rewarding careerFree onsite parkingMō te tūnga | About the roleWith the women's prison population rising at a higher rate than forecast and we are approaching our current maximum capacity across the women's network.ARWCF General Manager Tayla Yandall would be responsible for custodial operations at ARWCF
- Waikato Hub, with some support provided by Waikeria Prison.
- Waikato Hub.The preferred women for the unit will be low security prisoners or remand prisoners, assessed using our remand management tool as low supervision, who are connected with the Central District Courts.
- Waikato Hub will mean they are closer to whānau and other support networks.We remain committed to our Women's Strategy, Wāhine: E Rere Ana Ki te Pae Hou, and will be taking steps to ensure continuity of gender-responsive and trauma-informed approaches for the women accommodated at ARWCF
- Waikato Hub.This role is based at ARWCF
- Waikato Hub based at Waikeria Prison.
We have a short YouTube video outlining the role which you can watch by copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://youtu.be/ACKg2RWNFwI?si=CFT1dIgw-66JteSDMōu | 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 clearlyCan operate with high levels of integrityHave excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think criticallyCan operate effectively in a culturally diverse setting and have an understanding of Te Tiriti o WaitangiBe able to work rostered shifts across a 24/7 pattern including weekends and public holidays Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experienceTo be eligible you need:The legal right to work in New Zealand or a Work Visa with at least 24 months remaining*A full New Zealand Driver Licence (or be eligible to obtain one)To declare any conflicts of interest and previous convictions** The ability to pass a drug testTo be medically fit for employment and complete a Medical Assessment and Physical Readiness AssessmentOur prisons operate 24/7- applicants must be able to work shifts on a rotating roster.
Please highlight any relevant experience and/or language skills in your application.
Our standards are high so should you apply to join us you will undergo a comprehensive selection process that will assess you against our core requirements.
- Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.
In line with Immigration New Zealand requirements, we are required to give priority to candidates who already hold this right.**Note: The criminal history check is exempt from The Clean Slate Act.
In other words, The Clean Slate Act does not apply to this position.Please declare all offences in your application.Ngā painga | The benefitsThe starting salary for this position is $70,019 per annum.
Once in the role there are opportunities to increase your salary as you achieve national qualifications (Level 3 at $74,697, Level 3+ at $76,697, Level 4 at $80,213 and Level 4+ at $82,213).We are also able to offer:5 weeks annual leave$4000 shift allowance per annum, in addition to your salary10 week fully paid training programmeClear pathway for career progression and continuous learning and developmentFree parking and on-site gym facilitiesA supportive team-environmentRosters provided 12 months in advance so you can plan your leaveHealth and well-being benefits including access to EAP, eye-care benefits, health checks and moreMō mātou | About usJoin 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.Only one application per candidate required to apply for a Corrections Officer role
- Please do not create additional profiles to apply for more than one Corrections Officer position.
We will call you to have a chat with you about your preferred location.Applications close on: Monday 1st October, 2025.If you have any questions or want to learn more about a career with us, contact mahiwaikeria@corrections.govt.nz or visit careers.corrections.govt.nz.
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a great Corrections Officer:
• A positive mindset
• Ability to engage with whanau, iwi and hapu
• Motivated to make a positive impact in your community
• Inspired by having the opportunity to change someone's life
• Be able to work rostered shifts across...
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