Court Security Officer - Training, Growth & Impact

Justice; Northland; On-site; NZD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks holiday leave

Online professional development portal

Inclusive networks

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice in Whangārei seeks a Court Security Officer to provide a safe, respectful environment for court users. Based at Whangārei, you will engage with diverse people, operate CCTV and access control, and support court security across proceedings.

The role offers accredited training, career progression within Justice, and a structured 40-hour week with potential overtime; travel to nearby courts if required.

Qualifications

• Customer service, Security or Government experience is desirable but training is provided.
• Confident with technology and able to operate security systems.
• Experience with de-escalation techniques is preferred.
• Hold and maintain a full clean New Zealand drivers' licence and clean criminal record.
• Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and tikanga Maori is valued.

Responsibilities

• Engage and build relationships with a diverse range of people.
• Operate CCTV and electronic access control systems; conduct security screenings.
• Coordinate with Police, Corrections, lawyers and judicial officers to support safe court proceedings.
• Patrol public areas, perform building security checks, respond to alarm activations, assess threats and report incidents.

Skills

Customer service

Security

Gov’t experience

Tech confident

De-escalation

NZ Driver's license

Clean criminal record

Te Tiriti knowledge

Job description

The Ministry of Justice in Whangārei seeks a Court Security Officer to provide a safe, respectful environment for court users. Based at Whangārei, you will engage with diverse people, operate CCTV and access control, and support court security across proceedings.

The role offers accredited training, career progression within Justice, and a structured 40-hour week with potential overtime; travel to nearby courts if required.