Adminstration Officerat Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) - - Christchurch
Varied & fast
- paced team environmentHelp manage administration to better support our frontline staffFixed Term Parental Leave Cover until March 2026Mō te tūnga | About the roleIn the role of Administration Officer, you will ensure the smooth operation of the Canterbury District and the broader Southern Region Corrections Services by providing a responsive administrative support service.
You will enjoy working collaboratively as one team in a challenging and fast paced environment, be able to multitask, follow and adhere to strict policies and procedures, and have sound judgement in prioritising tasks and activities to meet deadlines.Mōu | About you The successful candidate will ideally have:Competency in the MS suite of applicationsAdministrative and accounts experienceStrong accuracy and attention to detailA high level of written and communication skillsExcellent time managementA collaborative and team focussed attitudeExperience with SAP would be an advantageA full NZ Drivers LicenceEligibility to work in New ZealandThis role is based on the outskirts of Christchurch Men's Prison in Templeton in our Regional Administration Building and does require someone to work onsite.
Ngā painga | The benefitsThe salary range is split across 2 levels from $58,367- $62,084 per annum pro rata.
- 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: Thursday, 21st August 2025If 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.