Station Support Officer - Lower Huttat NZ Police -
We operate by land, sea and air, manage over 860,000 emergency calls a year and are always actively preventing crime and crashes.We're working towards specific goals and targets that highlight our intent to work collaboratively with iwi and communities, other government sectors and business partners to deliver and achieve long
- term change.Station Support Officer
- Lower Hutt, Wellington!
- $72,430 Permanent
- Full Time Job Reference: 5796286 E tῡ ki te kei o te waka, kia pakia koe e ngā ngaru o te wā.
Stand at the stern of the canoe and feel the spray of the future biting at your face Mō te tūnga | About the role Station Support Officers (SSOs) are the very heart and soul of a Police Station.
They are the face of the station, and they ensure that the Watchhouse is running smoothly.PST staff rely heavily on this role to assist with day-to-day functions especially around Prosecution files, found property, exhibit management and general office administration as required.
When you join our team, you will be working a roster that will require you to work one weekend out of every four.
The roster is a rotating 4-week roster where you will have largely 8-hour shifts starting at 7.00am or 11.00am and the latest ending at 7.00pm.
The Police is a 365-day operation, and the working of some public holidays as well as the rostered weekends is to be expected.
Nga kawenga matua | Key Accountabilities The ability to deal with challenging individuals in a customer services environment.
A sound knowledge of computer applications, in particular, Microsoft suites.
Outstanding customer service skills and the ability to work hard in a team environment.
Manage time effectively to complete multiple files and meet deadlines Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Professionalism- Taking pride in representing Police and making a difference in the communities we serve.
Supportive of one another
- Supporting our colleagues across every function and level of Police.
He aha taau e kawe mai | What you'll bring Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.
Whakaritenga motuhake | Special requirements This role is Individual Contributor/Emerging Leader level.You can refer to Indicators of Success for further information on the requirements.
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- Position Description
- External Mo tātou | About us New Zealand Police is the lead agency responsible for preventing crime and enhancing community safety.
It works in partnership with individuals, communities, businesses, and other public sector agencies towards the vision of making New Zealand the safest country.
Police is the government's largest front-line response agency with around 15,000 staff in large and small communities all over New Zealand and in liaison and policing development roles overseas.Your development is highly valued at New Zealand Police.
Our employees enjoy significant investment in their development not only at an individual level, but also at the team and community practice level.
We work hard to match you with work that will both play to your strengths and challenge you in new ways.
The work you'll be engaged in is real, tangible work that directly benefits our frontline and communities.
Taken all together, this means we can offer you career path opportunities to progress in your chosen profession and become a more well-rounded, experienced leader, with opportunities across the range of work we support.
To view more detailed information about our recruitment process along with further details about requirements please click below link: Applicant Information Pack (External) Tono ināianei | Apply now If this position sounds like you, click apply now and submit a tailored CV.
You will be required to submit an application form.Before confirmation of hire, pre-employment checks will be undertaken which include reference, drug and alcohol testing and police vetting prior to any written offer being made.
For further information on the application process, please copy and paste this URL: https://www.police.govt.nz/careers All applications must be submitted online and will not be accepted directly via email.
All applicants must have the right to work in New Zealand.
Utu ā-tau | Salary This position is covered by a collective agreement and salary will commence between $69,337 and $72,430 dependent on skills and experience relevant to the role.
If you are an internal applicant, you must apply internally through the police system.
You must provide an alternative contact email address and state your future commitments should you be successful in the next stage of the recruitment process.
Please note: Deadline for applications is 5.00pm on Friday 27 March 2026.
Applications may be reviewed prior to the close date as well as contact made with candidates.If you have any questions about this vacancy, please contact Sarah Payne (sarah.payne@police.govt.nz).
The heart, soul, and face of a Police Station, ensuring that the Watchhouse is running smoothly.